Shimogyo Ward

Kyoto

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Shimogyo Ward
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Stay near popular Shimogyo Ward attractions

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Kawaramachi Street

8.8/5 (5,318 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

S$126
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales & the Bamboo Forest at Night

Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Legends, Bamboo Forest Night

S$56
per adult
Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Legends, Bamboo Forest Night
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour

10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour

S$451
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

S$65
per adult
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Open

Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Open

S$32
per adult
Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Open
Kyoto 1 Day Trip-Golden Pavilion & Kiyomizu temple from Osaka

Kyoto 1 Day Tour from Osaka

S$225
per adult
Kyoto 1 Day Tour from Osaka
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Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is S$122 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
S$122
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,076 reviews)
"Love everything about the property. Especially the breakfast buffet was amazing…!!!!!! Also, very nice hot spring and near the kyoto station. I strongly recommend to anyone want to enjoy Kyoto. Entire building is shoeless which is very new to me but the condition of the entire building is so ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

4 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
The price is S$84 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$84
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,187 reviews)
"Rooms and hotel amenities were great."

Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is S$136 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$136
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,746 reviews)
"The rooms were smaller but very cozy if you plan to stay here for part of your trip with someone. The amenities are wonderful and the onsen is absolutely amazing and so relaxing. The property was clean and staff was very welcoming and friendly! The breakfast buffet every morning was fresh and much ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.5 out of 5
Shijo-Dori, Fuya, Nishihairu, Tachiuri Kyoto Kyoto
The price is S$78 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
S$78
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,604 reviews)
"Great hotel and close proximity to every major point of interest."

Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2026

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

4 out of 5
848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is S$115 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
S$115
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

4 out of 5
620 Teianmaenocho Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$132 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
S$132
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Terrific breakfast with lots of western and Japanese choices."

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
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Where to stay in Shimogyo Ward

Find the best Shimogyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Central Kyoto

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.

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Gion

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

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Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

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Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

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Karasuma

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

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