Ukyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Shijo Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Shijo Street. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 check out its top-notch restaurants.
Ryoan-ji Temple
Features such as one of the most famous rock gardens in the country and a placid pond with charming islands distinguish this temple from others in the city.
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.
Ninna-ji Temple
With picturesque blossom gardens and a golden hall considered a national treasure, this temple is a historic monument devoted to bliss and tranquility.
Things to do
Kyoto Arashiyama & Sagano Bamboo Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Kyoto Ghost Tour - Ghosts, Mysteries & Bamboo Forest at Night
Full-Day Private Guided Tour in Kyoto, Arashiyama
Private Kyoto Day Trip with English Speaking Driver
KYOTO Highlights with English Speaking Driver Max 6 pax
Ukyo Ward Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Ukyo Ward
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.
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 Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street.
Nishikyo Ward
Well-liked for its mountain views and restaurants, Nishikyo Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Katsura Imperial Villa and Saihoji Temple, and jump on the metro at Kameoka Hozukyo Station to get around the city.
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
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- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Togetsukyo Bridge
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Bamboo Forest Street
- Toei Kyoto Studio Park
- Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium
- Ninna-ji Temple
- Tenryu-ji Temple
- Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum
- Nonomiya Shrine
- Kurumazaki Shrine
- Atago Shrine
- Arashiyama Nakanoshima Park
- Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple
- Shunkoin Temple
- Katsura River
- Jojakkoji Temple
- Jingoji Temple
- Adashino Buddha Temple
- Sagano Romantic Train
- Kiyotaki River
- Kameyama-kōen
- Hokyo-in Temple
- Torin-in Temple
- Kimono Forest