Minami Ward
Kyoto
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
To-ji Temple
The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.
Rokusonno Shrine
After visiting Rokusonno Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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.
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket
Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
KIYOTO’s Kyoto Private Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems
Private car tour Let's uncover secrets of majestic Kyoto history
Top hotels in Minami Ward
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
The service and the room cleanliness were very good.
Reviewed on 28 Jan, 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Room was clean and spacious. My only complaint was that the water temp for the shower fluctuated constantly. Even with a short shower, the water temp would go from hot to cold back to hot, several times.
Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
Staff was great and the location was convenient
Reviewed on 27 Jan, 2026
Sakura Terrace
Great service.
Reviewed on 19 Jan, 2026
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
Rooms were very clean, the staffs were friendly, and most importantly the location was super convenient, only 2 mins walk from Kyoto station.
Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026
Hotel Keihan Kyotoeki Minami
Overall stay was excellent. Room was spacious and staff were very accommodating even with the language barrier. Will stay at this hotel again.
Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Nishiki Market and Kyoto Station Building.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Castle is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. 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 Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Nishiki Market and Sanjo Street are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.
