What's Gion like?
Gion is notable for its temples. You might want to seek out the monuments and shops while you’re in the neighbourhood. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Yasaka Shrine and Hanamikoji Street. There's plenty more to see, including Gion Corner and Gion Shirakawa Area.
Where are the best places to stay in Gion?
We have 259 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are our customers' favourite lodging options in Gion:
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
Hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • Cafe • 24-hour front desk
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • Fitness centre • Cafe • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Hotel Gion Misen
Family-friendly hotel- Free Wi-Fi • Central location
Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan
City centre hotel with restaurant- Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Cafe • Garden
How to get to Gion
Flying to:
- Osaka (ITM-Itami), 24.2 mi (38.9 km) from Gion
Things to see and do in and around Gion
What to see in Gion
- Yasaka Shrine
- Hanamikoji Street
- Gion Tatsumi Bridge
- Chion-in Temple
- Yasui Konpiragu
Things to do in Gion
- Gion Corner
- Gion Shirakawa Area
- Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre
- Shijo Street
- Kyoto Gion Lamp Museum
Other popular Gion attractions
- Kenninji Temple
- Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple
- Kamo River
- Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art
- Ryosokuin