The culturally rich city of Kyoto Prefecture awaits you
Come and experience Kyoto Prefecture and its temples, culture and history. This city's shopping, restaurants and local tours draw many visitors. Take in top local attractions like Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine. If you're looking for accommodations with space to entertain friends and family, Vrbo has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in and around Kyoto Prefecture
Do you want to discover things to do while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Kyoto Prefecture a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Spa World (29.3 mi / 47.2 km)
- Funaoka Thermal Bath (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Kyoto Municipal Zoo (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
- Kyoto Aquarium (2.4 mi / 3.8 km)
- Toei Kyoto Studio Park (2.7 mi / 4.4 km)
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama (4.5 mi / 7.3 km)
Exploring the gardens and other natural features in Kyoto Prefecture
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Kyoto Prefecture is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Lake Biwa (26.2 mi / 42.2 km)
- Kyoto Gyoen National Garden (0.5 mi / 0.7 km)
- Kamo River (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Kamogawa Park (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
- Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Gardens (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
- Maruyama Park (1.9 mi / 3 km)
How to get to and around Kyoto Prefecture
If you prefer to travel by train, Jingu-marutamachi Station, Nijo Station and Demachiyanagi Station are the main stations in the city. You can get around Kyoto Prefecture by catching a ride on the metro at Marutamachi Station, Imadegawa Station or Nijojo-mae Station.