Southern Kyoto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring interior views and food
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship
Southern Kyoto
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes religious elements and a temple or place of worship
Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Where to stay in Southern Kyoto

Toji Temple featuring a pond and a park

Minami Ward

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like To-ji Temple.

Minami Ward
Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship, heritage architecture and a memorial

Fushimi Ward

You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Inari Shrine is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.

Fushimi Ward
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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Station Building.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
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Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Station Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho

Kami-toba

While Kami-toba may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jonangu Shrine and To-ji Temple.

Kami-toba
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Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho

While there might not be top attractions in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Tower.

Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$85 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$85
29 July - 30 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,693 reviews)
"Great location as it’s just steps from the main Kyoto Station, Don Quiote, and Aeon Mall. Being on the south side of the station means a bit less hussle and bussle, easier to access. It is much quieter and less foot traffic. The room was very clean and spacious for our family. Multiple floors for ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$155 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$155
22 July - 23 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,252 reviews)
"Excellent experience with Japanese style hot spring"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$145 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$145
14 July - 15 July
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,073 reviews)
"Great location and cleanliness."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
4 out of 5
1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru, Yaoyacho Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (434 reviews)
"Wonderful hospitality when my family arrived exhausted from our travels. Helpful staff to answer our questions."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
4 out of 5
137 Shinhiyoshicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and Netflix. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
"This hotel was awesome and so convenient for family travel. they thought about all the details when they designed these suites. The kitchenette, laundry and two bathrooms in unit made our stay so pleasant and perfect with kids. The staff was friendly and so helpful. I’m going to book another Monday ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa
Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa
4 out of 5
485, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, friendly staff, clean, spacious and"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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