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Nijō Castle
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Nijō Castle. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kitano Tenmangū
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Kitano Tenmangū. Visit the temples and shops in this family-friendly area.
Seimei-Jinja Shrine
You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Seimei-Jinja Shrine. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Sento Imperial Palace
After visiting Sento Imperial Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Other neighborhoods around Central Kyoto
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center 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 travelers like for its coffeehouses, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine.
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi 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 Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamigamo Shrine and Daitokuji Temple 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.
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- Nijō Castle
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Doshisha University
- Kitano Tenmangū
- Funaoka Thermal Bath
- Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
- Nishijin Textile Center
- Seimei-Jinja Shrine
- Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
- Sento Imperial Palace
- Kamishichiken Kabukai
- Raku Art Museum
- Kyoto State Guest House
- Shusuitei Tea House
- Shokoku-ji Temple
- Uhoin
- Nashinoki Shrine
- Senbon Shakado
- Rozan-ji Temple
- Goo Shrine
- Myokenji Temple
- Daihonzan Myoren-ji Temple
- Kamishichiken Saihoni Temple
- Saionji Temple
- Kitamura Museum
- Orinasu-kan
- Hokyo-ji Temple
- Ryuhonji Temple
- Kawai Shrine
- Sainokaminoyashiro
- Kami-goryo Shrine
- Jotenkaku Museum
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