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 neighborhood. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Yasaka Shrine and Hanamikoji Street. There's plenty more to see, including Maruyama Park and Gion Corner.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Gion?
We have 259 accommodations in the neighborhood. Listed below are our travelers' top places to stay in Gion:
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
Hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Cafe • 24-hour front desk
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Fitness center • Cafe • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Hotel Gion Misen
Family-friendly hotel- Free WiFi • Central location
Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan
City-center hotel with restaurant- Free parking • Free WiFi • Cafe • Garden
How to Get to Gion
Flying to:
- Itami Airport (ITM), 24.2 mi (38.9 km) from Gion
Things to See and Do in and around Gion
What to See in Gion
- Yasaka Shrine
- Maruyama Park
- Hanamikoji Street
- Gion Tatsumi Bridge
- Chion-in Temple
Things to Do in Gion
- Gion Corner
- Gion Shirakawa Area
- Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre
- Shijo Street
- Kyoto Gion Lamp Museum
Other Popular Gion Attractions
- Yasui Konpiragu
- Kenninji Temple
- Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple
- Kamo River
- Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art