Sakyo Ward Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Heian Shrine
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Heian Shrine. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Nanzen-ji Temple
You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Nanzen-ji Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Kifune Shrine
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Kifune Shrine. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.
Sanzenin Temple
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Sanzenin Temple. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Philosopher's Path
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Philosopher's Path. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Ginkaku-ji Temple
You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Ginkaku-ji Temple. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
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Other neighbourhoods around Sakyo Ward
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamigamo Shrine and Kamo Shrine are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
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.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical 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.
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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine.
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 Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
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- Kyoto International Exhibition Hall
- Ginkaku-ji Temple
- Kurama Hot Spring
- Shimogamo Shrine
- Ruriko-in Temple
- Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art
- Eikan-do Temple
- Kurama-dera Temple
- Kyoto Concert Hall
- Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Gardens
- Shugakuin Imperial Villa
- Okazaki Shrine
- Kyoto Kaikan Concert Hall
- Kyoto University Museum
- Sen-oku Hakuko Kan
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