Higashiyama Ward

Kyoto

Shoren-in Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and signage
Kodaiji Temple which includes landscape views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements
Kodaiji Temple showing forest scenes and a park
Kiyomizu Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, a city and religious elements
Shoren-in Temple showing a park, religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(157 reviews)

Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.

Kiyomizu Temple
Yasaka Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Yasaka Shrine

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park.

Yasaka Shrine
Gion Corner

Gion Corner

4/5(56 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Gion Corner, a theatre with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Gion Corner
Sanjusangendo Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Sanjusangen-do Temple

4.5/5(21 reviews)

This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
Hanamikoji Street

Hanamikoji Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Hanamikoji Street
Kenninji Temple which includes autumn colours, interior views and a temple or place of worship

Kenninji Temple

Visit this Zen Buddhism temple for a slice of history, art and tranquility. It is said that the temple is the oldest of its kind in Kyoto.

Kenninji Temple

Things to do

Kyoto: Kimono Experience in Gion

Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience

HK$28
per adult
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

HK$544
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa|Kimono/Yukata Rental Ladies Plan

Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa|Kimono/Yukata Rental Ladies Plan

HK$207
per adult
Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa|Kimono/Yukata Rental Ladies Plan
Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems

Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems

HK$766
per adult
Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets

HK$621
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets
Kiyomizu-dera Temple-1

Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour

HK$420
per adult
Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour
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Top hotels in Higashiyama Ward

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$1,771 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
HK$1,771
HK$1,948 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,405 reviews)
Everything was awesome

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

4.5 out of 5
175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$2,220 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
HK$2,220
HK$2,760 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (235 reviews)
Breakfast was ok, not great. Staff were accommodating, courteous and helpful. Rooms are starting to get tired. They are fine, but not the level of a 4 star hotel.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$1,733 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
HK$1,733
HK$1,906 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Internet was good. Limited staff interaction but coffee machine and lobby available 24/7 which I like. Location was very very good!

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
84 Ohashicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$1,562 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
HK$1,562
HK$1,942 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (611 reviews)
Great location, modern amenities

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

4.5 out of 5
2-204-2 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$6,363 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
HK$6,363
HK$7,000 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews)
Hotel Seiryu Kyoto completely blew me away. The staff were incredibly attentive without ever feeling overbearing, and every little detail felt intentional, from the scent in the hallways to the way the room lighting changes with the time of day. It is amazing how quiet and calm it is, considering ...

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto

5 out of 5
644-2 Sanjusangendo-mawari, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$2,644 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
HK$2,644
HK$3,287 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
spacious room in a beautiful location of Kyoto. We loved the Zen garden in the restaurant. Staff was super helfup as well and speaks good english.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka featuring a small town or village and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Three-Year Slope or Sannenzaka Museum.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Kenninji Temple which includes autumn colours, interior views and a temple or place of worship

Komatsucho

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
Gion featuring street scenes, cycling and night scenes

Gion

5/5(46 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Eikando Temple which includes religious elements, a temple or place of worship and a park

Okazaki

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Murin-an while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyōto which includes mountains and a river or creek

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward