Arashiyama
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Popular places to visit
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
Arashiyama Onsen
You can take time to visit Arashiyama Onsen during your travels to Kyoto. Wander the riverfront in this culturally rich area.
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.
Togetsukyo Bridge
After visiting Togetsukyo Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Bamboo Forest Street
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Street during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Tenryu-ji Temple
After visiting Tenryu-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto Full-Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems
Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Top hotels in Arashiyama
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
The amenities are amazing, free ramen, free water, coffee and matcha. The onsen is great to have, they have luggage storage and it’s close to Kyoto Station
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
This was by far the best property we stayed at on our trip around Japan. It was beyond what was expected. The staff down to the rooms were 5 stars. I really recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Lot of restaurants, shopping,temples all within walking distances very convenient I will definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Friendly staff that spoke fluent English and were very helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Spa facility is exceptional
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel is a great location in the heart of great shopping, restaurants and subways/buses/trains. 10+ for location.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arashiyama
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.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kamishichiken Kabukai are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
Nakagyo Ward
Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
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