Katsura
Kyoto
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kiyomizu Temple
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.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
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.
Things to do
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Kintsugi Pottery Workshop with Optional Upgrade
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Matcha, Monkeys & Temple Tour
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour
Top hotels in Katsura
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Check in/check out process was very easy. There were a lot of guests staying there while we were there, but the hotel somehow managed to make it feel very manageable. Lots of instructions available!! Loved the morning breakfast & relaxing in the evening onsen. Fabulous stay for a family of four!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Loved the onsen! Unfortunately the room was small and pillows weren’t comfortable. Located on major street.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
The property was very visually appealing and clean! The staff were friendly and very helpful! Breakfast buffet was quite impressive and food was excellent!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Breakfast outstanding
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Okay
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Clean room, friendly staff, good customer service
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Katsura
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.
Nakagyo Ward
Kawaramachi Street and Sanjo Street 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.
Arashiyama
You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building.
