Title: Visit Minami Ward: Best of Minami Ward, Kyoto Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Minami Ward

## Kyoto

![To-ji Temple which includes a pond and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501461/c6a9e5a8-88f0-47c9-beea-ffe6cad84e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![To-ji Temple which includes a pond and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501461/c6a9e5a8-88f0-47c9-beea-ffe6cad84e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Toji Temple which includes a pond, religious elements and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501461/b13b65e5-822f-45d1-ad9e-cf6782d83189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Toji Temple showing a temple or place of worship and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501461/17db32ab-f01f-4e4a-9ca4-b6de583a4969.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Toji Temple featuring religious elements, heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501461/14e460f3-6786-40e4-8aa4-95fb366db1b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Minami Ward

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Kyoto travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Kyoto.dx6131486)

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### Popular places to visit

![Toji Temple which includes street scenes, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501461/2a4e1d6f-9258-4a44-b4c8-723f0937b90b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/To-Ji-Temple-Minami-Ward.d501461.Vacation-Attraction)

![Rokusonno Shrine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621586074495/bd6416a1-8014-4be4-b6df-da533f7a4059.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Rokusonno-Shrine-Kyoto.d553248621586074495.Vacation-Attraction)

![Nishiki Market which includes street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/6c56789f-84af-40e6-9dac-970244fac989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Nishiki-Market-Downtown-Kyoto.d6258971.Vacation-Attraction)

![Kiyomizu Temple showing religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Vacation-Attraction)

![Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring interior views and a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501445/46fb6762-7a3e-4f67-967b-9e88362b9013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Vacation-Attraction)

![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
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#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kawaramachi-Kyoto.d6204513.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Gion Geisha District Maiko](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/e44b20db-cc32-41de-8ba2-966804a7a992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

CA $35

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details)

![eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752183/88240c9c-5450-49a3-a577-27eef4de52d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

CA $5

per traveller

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details)

![Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48649428/b01c8695-10e1-4de8-9fb9-c2a832a88116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

CA $167

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details)

![Kiyomizu-dera Temple-1](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50254108/7dda46db-bef2-4ba3-8af4-68c92dc68d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour

CA $75

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/osaka-kyoto-nara-top-hightlights-english-speaking-tour.a50254108.activity-details)

![Sagano Bamboo Grove Path](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45968867/fd346d8a-cf14-4ef4-8539-8dd3ed6097a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour

CA $105

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-kyoto-sagano-bamboo-grove-arashiyama-walking-tour.a45968867.activity-details)

![Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48860054/36dba831-cd39-4d34-95c6-778329473f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto

CA $53

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/concerts-played-with-traditional-instruments-in-kyoto.a48860054.activity-details)

[See all activities in Kyoto](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## Minami Ward Hotel Deals

![JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33390000/33382900/33382855/5a392657_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho Kyoto Kyoto

CA $72

CA $80 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,080 reviews)

Small clean room. We did an overnight trip from Tokyo and they provided loungewear, so anyone planning to do the same, don’t worry about packing sleepwear. A lot of other hotels nearby. It was a self- checkin process, I checked in while my friend was at the museum, so u can check in a guest at a ...

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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Rihga Gran Kyoto

1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho Kyoto Kyoto

CA $110

CA $120 total

Feb 12 - Feb 13

Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

Staff was great and the location was convenient

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

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![Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27000/26999/32148f12_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto

CA $120

CA $147 total

Feb 12 - Feb 13

Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,492 reviews)

Room much larger than most in Japan and service excellent

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

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![Sakura Terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7300000/7297800/7297785/750a5611_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sakura Terrace

1-1 Karasuma-cho, Higashi-kujo Kyoto Kyoto

CA $55

CA $61 total

Feb 11 - Feb 12

Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)

Great service.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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![Sakura Terrace The Gallery](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9800000/9795800/9795712/c1bc35d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sakura Terrace The Gallery

39 Higashikujo Kamitonoda cho Kyoto Kyoto

CA $63

CA $76 total

Feb 10 - Feb 11

Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,140 reviews)

Hands down the best hotel of my trip. Welcome drink, onsen, good coffee, massage chairs, a balcony! free laundry! Would 100% recommend I hope the TVs get updated to smart. 10/10

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

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![Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16710000/16709200/16709166/64e13080_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi

11 Higashikujo Nishisanno-cho Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto

CA $68

CA $75 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

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 Jan 26, 2026

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### Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward

![Fushimi Inari Taisha Schrein, Kyoto, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976382137/10aee195-27e2-48f9-9f9c-1ea83b32a1d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kyoto-Higashikujo-Nishisannocho.dx553248635976382137)

![Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes heritage architecture, a memorial and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501445/f9d2dc47-fd24-452c-bce9-76709917b5ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Fushimi Ward

 Fushimi Ward is a destination travelers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to explore sights like Fushimi Castle. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kyoto-Fushimi-Ward.dx179192)

![Kyoto Tower featuring a city, a high rise building and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501464/855e1214-6e24-49a8-9c7a-9551d8525b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Shimogyo Ward

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

 Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kyoto-Shimogyo-Ward.dx179160)

![Ninnaji Temple showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076282/149d255f-46b6-4aba-ae7c-2480369ba29b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kyoto-Ukyo-Ward.dx179159)

![The Gion Matsuri Festival is Japans most famous festival. Musicians sit in huge floats that are pushed/dragged around town in Kyoto while the musicians play their flutes. There are two types of floats in The Gion Matsuri Parade, Yama and Hoko. There are 23 Yama and 10 Hoko. The Hoko floats can be up to 25 meters tall and weigh up to 12 tons.
The main procession of the floats are held on the 17th of July, which is when this photo was taken. #Festival](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/b32ad9d8-181f-4e9b-b1ab-628b2a70c4ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kyoto-Karasuma.dx6204517)

![Sanjo bridge in Kamo river kyoto Japan; Shutterstock ID 551073904; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179162/edd548c3-630e-4945-b63e-caabd15e996f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Nakagyo Ward

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kyoto-Nakagyo-Ward.dx179162)

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