Visit Shimogyo Ward
Popular places to visit

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 shops and top-notch restaurants 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.

Higashi Honganji Temple
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Higashi Honganji Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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 shops in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do

Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)

Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima Bus Tour & Shinkansen Ticket

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English-Speaking Guide

Tea Ceremony Experience (includes Matcha grinding demonstration)

Kyoto Private Tour: 1350 Years of History, Hotspots & Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

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Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025
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 Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple.

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.

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.

Minami Ward
Consider a visit to To-ji Temple 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.