Kami-toba
Kyoto
Visit Kami-toba
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Things to do
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation
Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Kami-toba
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Staff were the nicest staff ever. Very clean, so many free perk as well
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
My best friend and I had a beautiful stay at your hotel. It had a great location and amazing service. The hotel restaurant was incredible, as well as the bakery.Highly recommend and can't wait to come back and stay again.
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Amazing stay near Gion. Good service and the onsen was very nice
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Clean room - love the segregated shower and tub -
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Good location. 1 stop to Kyoto station with many bus options as well.
Reviewed on 27 Mar, 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Centrally located and within easy walking distance of some of Kyoto’s most popular spots, including Nishiki Market and Pontocho Street, plus plenty of restaurants and bars. We stayed for four nights and had a great time. It’s also just a few minutes from the subway, which made it easy to get around ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kami-toba
Minami Ward
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 Kawaramachi Street.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Tofuku-ji Temple is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Ukyo Ward
Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Art Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
