Visit Shimogyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favorite shopping spot in Kyoto. 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 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.
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 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.
Shimogyo Ward Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
From the moment we stepped in we knew this hotel was going to be a wonderful experience. The staff were very welcoming , greeted us immediately. Very smooth check in process . Our rooms were lovely, they had everything we needed . Children loved the free ice creams and the massage chairs were an ...
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Breakfast menu and food were excellent and fresh. They also gave us a complimentary light lunch, which was more than what we normally ate. It's 17 minutes easy walk to Nishiki market. Love the touchless elevator button, the tatami mat in the room, and the size of the room was perfect, not too tiny. ...
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Very clean and peaceful place to stay. Loved it!
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo
Perfect hotel
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Very clean modern hotel with helpful friendly staff
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Overall it was okay. My rooms shower door handle was broken!
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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 Kawaramachi Street 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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Art Center. 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 Kawaramachi Street 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.
