What's Sakyo Ward like?
In Sakyo Ward, you may want to appreciate the temples and gardens. Enjoy the neighbourhood's rich culture and mountain views. While you're here, you can spend a relaxing day at Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Gardens and Philosopher's Path. There's plenty more to see, including Shimogamo Shrine and Kyoto University Museum.
How to get to Sakyo Ward
Flying to:
- Osaka (ITM-Itami), 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from Sakyo Ward
Travelling to Sakyo Ward by train
You'll find the following train stations in the neighbourhood:
- Chayama Station
- Mototanaka Station
- Ichijoji Station
Getting to Sakyo Ward on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Matsugasaki Station
- Kokusaikaikan Station
Things to see and do in and around Sakyo Ward
What to see in Sakyo Ward
- Shimogamo Shrine
- Kyoto Institute of Technology
- Kyoto University
- Ginkaku-ji Temple
- Honen-in Temple
Things to do in Sakyo Ward
- Kyoto University Museum
- Kyoto Concert Hall
- Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Gardens
- Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art
- Kyoto Municipal Zoo
Other popular Sakyo Ward attractions
- Philosopher's Path
- Takaragaike Park
- Heian Shrine
- Okazaki Shrine
- Shugakuin Imperial Villa