What's Sakyo Ward Like?
In Sakyo Ward, you may want to appreciate the temples and gardens. Enjoy the neighborhood'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 Concert Hall.
How to Get to Sakyo Ward
Flying to:
- Itami Airport (ITM), 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from Sakyo Ward
Traveling to Sakyo Ward by Train
You'll find the following train stations in the neighborhood:
- Chayama Station
- Mototanaka Station
- Ichijoji Station
Getting to Sakyo Ward on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood 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 Concert Hall
- Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Gardens
- Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art
- Kyoto Municipal Zoo
- National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
Other Popular Sakyo Ward Attractions
- Philosopher's Path
- Heian Shrine
- Shugakuin Imperial Villa
- Kamo River
- Eikan-do Temple