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Popular places to visit
Nijō Castle
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Nijō Castle. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kitano Tenmangū
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Kitano Tenmangū. Visit the shops and temples in this family-friendly area.
Seimei-Jinja Shrine
Seimei-Jinja Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Shokoku-ji Temple
After visiting Shokoku-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this family-friendly area.
Central Kyoto Hotel Deals
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Though it was further away from the train station, but hotel offers free shuttle every 20 minutes which was great.
Reviewed on 27 November 2025
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Room was clean and staff was very nice. Helped us with our luggage transfer.
Reviewed on 23 November 2025
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Hotel is amazing. Architecture is 🔥
Reviewed on 14 November 2025
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
If we had known about this hotel earlier, we would have made it our main base in Kyoto. The location is extremely convenient, with easy access to both bus and train lines, and plenty of dining options in the surrounding area. The hotel itself is excellent and clearly very popular. The onsen is superb—spanning ...
Reviewed on 27 November 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Great hotel that’s close to Kyoto station. Close to the subway stations making it easy to get around the city. Restaurant in the hotel is amazing. Room is good. Definitely on the smaller side but pretty standard for Japan
Reviewed on 21 November 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Very clean and comfortable rooms with amenities. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Location is quite central and close to a nearby train station.
Reviewed on 22 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Central Kyoto
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Uhoin are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travelers like for its coffeehouses, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Teramachi Street and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Travelers love Nakagyo Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamo River and Funaoka Thermal Bath are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
Central Kyoto
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- Nijō Castle
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Funaoka Thermal Bath
- Kitano Tenmangū
- Doshisha University
- Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
- Nishijin Textile Center
- Seimei-Jinja Shrine
- Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
- Uhoin
- Shokoku-ji Temple
- Sento Imperial Palace
- Kyoto State Guest House
- Kamishichiken Kabukai
- Raku Art Museum
- Senbon Shakado
- Daihonzan Myoren-ji Temple
- Shusuitei Tea House
- Rozan-ji Temple
- Kamishichiken Saihoni Temple
- Hokyo-ji Temple
- Saionji Temple
- Myokenji Temple
- Kawai Shrine
- Goo Shrine
- Orinasu-kan
- Ryuhonji Temple
- Ichiidani-Nanano Shrine
- Jotenkaku Museum
- Nashinoki Shrine
- Soushunan
- Zuiunin Temple
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