Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto
Visit Shimogyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kawaramachi Street. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
Kyoto Station Building
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Kyoto Station Building during your trip to Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Umekoji Park
Umekoji Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Kyoto Aquarium during your visit to Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour
Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour
Shimogyo Ward Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Unlimited ice cream after hot bath is the best. Fantastic location, friendly service, beautiful breakfast buffet!!! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Nice room staff were amazing! Good location!
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
Great service from staff and nice rooms and amenities
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Very helpful and kind staff, beautiful hotel and clean facility. I would 100% come back here again if I visit Kyoto!
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo
Very nice hotel for the rate. Lobby and rooms looked modern and clean. And the complimentary breakfast was one of the best ive ever seen at a hotel.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo Ward
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.
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 Nishiki Market and Sanjo Street.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Station Building.
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.
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Minami Ward
Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Minami Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station.
