Guidebook for 京都市
Sightseeing
Nijo Castle, complete with walls, towers, and a moat, was built in 1603 and later served as the seat of government.
1725 locals recommend
Nijo Castle
541 NijōjōchōNijo Castle, complete with walls, towers, and a moat, was built in 1603 and later served as the seat of government.
One of Japan's most famous shrines, the Fushimi-Inari Shrine is a must-visit when in Kyoto.
1229 locals recommend
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
68 Fukakusa YabunouchichōOne of Japan's most famous shrines, the Fushimi-Inari Shrine is a must-visit when in Kyoto.
Originally built in the 14th century as a retirement villa for Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu and now a Zen Buddhist temple, the magnificent Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) is one of Kyoto's most picturesque attractions.
1389 locals recommend
Kinkaku-ji
KinkakujichōOriginally built in the 14th century as a retirement villa for Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu and now a Zen Buddhist temple, the magnificent Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) is one of Kyoto's most picturesque attractions.
In the east part of Kyoto, the Kiyomizu Temple, an important UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies in a picturesque location on Otowa Mountain overlooking the city.
1521 locals recommend
Kiyomizu-dera
In the east part of Kyoto, the Kiyomizu Temple, an important UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies in a picturesque location on Otowa Mountain overlooking the city.
Sanjūsangen-dō (Rengyoin Temple), or the Temple of the 33 Niches, takes its name from its rather unusual structure, with its façade divided into 33 (sanjusan) niches (gen) to reflect the belief that Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy, could take on 33 different personifications.
549 locals recommend
Rengeoin Sanjusangendo
657 SanjūsangendōmawariSanjūsangen-dō (Rengyoin Temple), or the Temple of the 33 Niches, takes its name from its rather unusual structure, with its façade divided into 33 (sanjusan) niches (gen) to reflect the belief that Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy, could take on 33 different personifications.
Toyokuni Shrine
530 ChayachōToyokuni Shrine
臨済宗大本山東福寺
15-chōme-778 Honmachi東福寺 Tofukuji Temple
Yasaka Shrine
625 Gionmachi KitagawaYasaka Shrine
Okazaki Iriechō, １２１
Kitano-temmangū Shrine
Bakurocho Kamigyo WardNishihongwan-ji Temple
本願寺門前町 下京区東福寺駅
Mikane-Jinja Shrine
614 OshinishitōinchōHigashi-Tenno Okazaki-Jinja Shrine (Rabbit Shrine)
Okazaki Higashitennōchō Sakyo WardKamigamo-jinja
Kamigamo MotoyamaShimogamo Jinja
下鴨泉川町-59 左京区Arashiyama
Sagatenryuji Tateishicho Ukyo WardShopping
Yojiya
565 Nakanochō It's famouse gift in Kyoto!
Daimaru Kyoto
立売西町-79 下京区Daimaru Department Store
Kyoto MARUI
真町-68 下京区Marui Shopping Mall (For women)
Kawaramachi Opa
385 KomeyachōFood Scene
It's a characteristic of sommer in Kyoto.
Kawadoko (Noryo-yuka) is a place to cool off and escape from the summer heat.
Kibunesou (Kyoto riverbed)
50 KuramakibunechōIt's a characteristic of sommer in Kyoto.
Kawadoko (Noryo-yuka) is a place to cool off and escape from the summer heat.
Ippudo Nishiki-Koji
The best ramen in Kyoto!
Sushisei is one of the best moderately priced sushi restaurants in Kyoto. They’re comfortable with foreigners and the downtown location is super convenient.
17 locals recommend
Sushi Sei
41 Higashikujō IshidachōSushisei is one of the best moderately priced sushi restaurants in Kyoto. They’re comfortable with foreigners and the downtown location is super convenient.
Kiyamachi Sakuragawa is a welcoming and superb spot to sample kaiseki cuisine.
9 locals recommend
Sakuragawa
491 KamikorikichōKiyamachi Sakuragawa is a welcoming and superb spot to sample kaiseki cuisine.
Veg Out
Inarichō Shimogyo WardThis is a vegetarian restaurant.
Cafe Amazon
Cafe Amazon
Hibi Coffee
Cozy cafe designed with warm woods
Shigoru Nanajomise Korean Restaurant
7-1 Higashikujō KamigoryōchōMcDonald's Shichijo Keihan
229 HiyoshichōSweet ＆Japanese food KAHO
234 ShimohorizumechōCurry Shop JUNAYNA KYOTO TOWER SANDO
721-1 HigashishiokōjichōEssentials
FamilyMart Sakatani Keihan Shichijo
222 HiyoshichōMataui Pharmacy
478 ZaimokuchōDrug Store
Fresco Petit Higashiyama Sanjo
584 ShinnochōFresco Petit（Supermarket）
Fresco Higashiyama Yasui
72 TamamizuchōFresco （Supermarket）
Getting Around
Shichijō Station
Shimohorizumechō Higashiyama WardKyoto Station
Higashishiokōji Kamadonochō Shimogyo WardKiyomizu-Gojō Station
Miyagawasuji-8-chōme Higashiyama WardKiyomizu Gojo Station
祇園四条駅
Miyagawasuji-1-chōme Higashiyama WardSanjo Station
Ōhashichō Higashiyama WardArts & Culture
Kyoto City Kyocera Museum of Art
124 Okazaki EnshōjichōKyoto City Archaeological Museum
Motoisachō Kamigyo WardKyoto International Manga Museum
452 KinbukichōKyoto Manga Museum
Kyōto Minami-za
198 NakanochōThe Museum of Kyoto
623-1 HigashikatamachiNon-Verbal performance Kyoto GEAR theatre
56 BenkeiishichōDrinks & Nightlife
Man in the Moon Kyoto station
31-1 Higashishiokōji KamadonochōYEBISU BAR
590-2 Higashishiokōjichō