Kamigyo Ward
Kyoto
Visit Kamigyo Ward
Popular places to visit
![Kyoto Imperial Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c855d08d1a3d0f7e0ab2650e0f17ca3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kyoto Imperial Palace
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Kyoto Imperial Palace. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
![Seimei-Jinja Shrine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/89c5d0b38e7002c532bcc47e786ff6f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Seimei-Jinja Shrine
You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Seimei-Jinja Shrine. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
![Kyoto Gyoen National Garden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c855d08d1a3d0f7e0ab2650e0f17ca3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
![Sento Imperial Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c9e123775c68cad881f9268f4584197c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sento Imperial Palace
You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Sento Imperial Palace. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
![Kyōto which includes a temple or place of worship and religious elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44539-Shokoku-Ji-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Shokoku-ji Temple
A major center of Zen Buddhism, this stylish, ancient relic is ranked as one of the great temples of Japan.
![Kyoto State Guest House](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e61b0baca1931bb60c0bbbd6e4c06917.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kyoto State Guest House
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto State Guest House, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
![Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1325982/6b0b38c1-2909-4f06-bde9-cda1233866d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto
![Kyoto: 140-year-old Townhouse Tour, Kimono and Tea Ceremony](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48031069/03c0350b-4aa9-483b-82f0-156a67d3ca5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kyoto: 140-year-old Townhouse Tour, Kimono and Tea Ceremony
![Picture 4 for Activity Kyoto: Learn to Make Ramen from Scratch with Souvenir](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46760464/4c4260de-5c10-49b6-9544-0de2428e4a52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir
![Tea ceremony by the tea master in Kyoto SHIUN AN](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46947770/dc51f135-cdf3-496b-8182-3191ed05e3ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Tea ceremony by the tea master in Kyoto SHIUN AN
![10 Japanese Whisky tasting include Yamazaki & Taketsuru with meal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48879374/bcb419e7-4bf6-496a-be1a-e8af213162eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
10 Japanese Whisky tasting include Yamazaki & Taketsuru with meal
Other neighbourhoods around Kamigyo Ward
![Nijo Castle showing a park and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45791-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
![Kyōto which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44543-Kitano-Tenmangu-Shrine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travelers like for its coffeehouses, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine.
![Kyōto showing a river or creek and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45909-Kyoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.
![Kyōto showing a river or creek and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45909-Kyoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
![Central Kyoto](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69748-Nijo-Castle.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 Rokakkudo Temple. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
![North Kyoto featuring heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/469000/469758-North-Kyoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamigamo Shrine and Kamo Shrine are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.