Higashiyama Ward

Kyoto

Shoren-in Temple showing signage and a temple or place of worship
Kodaiji Temple showing landscape views, a temple or place of worship and a garden
Kodaiji Temple which includes a garden and forest scenes
Kiyomizu Temple featuring a city, a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
Shoren-in Temple which includes a park, a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(157 reviews)

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.

Kiyomizu Temple
Yasaka Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Yasaka Shrine

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park.

Yasaka Shrine
Gion Corner

Gion Corner

4/5(56 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Gion Corner, a theatre with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Gion Corner
Sanjusangendo Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Sanjusangen-do Temple

4.5/5(21 reviews)

This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
Hanamikoji Street

Hanamikoji Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Hanamikoji Street
Gion Shirakawa Area

Gion Shirakawa Area

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Gion Shirakawa Area in Kyoto. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Gion Shirakawa Area

Things to do

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

S$67
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

S$36
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night

Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)

S$154
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)
Kimono 1

Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto

S$27
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour

Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour

S$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House in Kiyomizu

S$53
per adult
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House in Kiyomizu
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Top hotels in Higashiyama Ward

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$169 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
S$169
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,109 reviews)
Amazing everything
"Modern, beautiful, and great service. Comfortable bed, great shower, amazing roof deck."

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2025

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 out of 5
175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$177 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
S$177
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (173 reviews)
"Brilliant hotel in all respects. Very comfortable friendly staff."

Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2025

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
4 out of 5
1-chome-45 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$144 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
S$144
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (184 reviews)
"Nice and clean."

Reviewed on 16 Jun, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
5 out of 5
445-3 Myohoin Maekawa-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$1,116 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
S$1,116
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (358 reviews)
"This hotel was perfect. The staff was friendly, helpful and genuinely cared about the service. The room was upgraded without asking. There were birthday surprises in my room every day. The music and ambience in the hotel were top-notch. There were always offering activities. Valet in the concierge’s ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun, 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4 out of 5
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$167 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
S$167
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 25 Jun, 2025

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Minn Gion
Minn Gion
4 out of 5
342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (271 reviews)
"Good location, we got the large room which was fantastic with a separate aleeping area so the little one can sleep first while we spent time in the living / dining room Washer dryer was great but needs english instruction however Google Translate is your friend. Overall great experience"

Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Three-Year Slope.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Komatsucho

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(46 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Murin-an while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward