Local Attractions

Hotel Granvia Kyoto is located in the heart of the world renowned international tourist destination of Kyoto and is within walking distance to many popular sites and facilities and a short bus, train or taxi ride to many others:



Banboo bush Hotel Granvia Kyoto Original Sightseeing Map

Kyoto 1 Day Tour
Morning - Saga, Arashiyama Area

( A stroll through history and the glories of nature )
Afternoon - Teramachi-dori & Nishiki Market Area
( The fascinating merchant quarters of old Kyoto)








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Gion, Pontocho and Shijo Kawara-machi area

a mere 5 minute subway ride will bring you to this major shopping and nightlife district

JR Kyoto Station Complex

The hotel is located within this unique architectural structure. The extensive selection of commercial and cultural outlets include:

  • Museum Eki Kyoto - let the exquisite art inspire you
  • Kyoto Theater - for a perfect entertaining and cultural experience

Nishi and Higashi Hongan-ji Temples

Only a 5 minute walk away, these two major temples in the center of Kyoto are definitely worth visiting

Shoseien Garden

One of the spectacular gardens of the Heian aristocracy featuring a large pond and beautiful landscapes located a mere 5 minute walk away, adjacent to the Higashi Hongan-ji Temple

Nijo Castle

A short 5 minute drive will take you to this grand castle built by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu where he took residence

Toji Temple

Take a 7 minute bus ride to see the tallest pagoda in Japan standing 57 meters

Kiyomizudera Temple

This famous temple offers a full view of the city that is just a 15 minute bus ride away

Kyoto Tower

Venture just a few steps from the hotel to take in a bird’s eye view of the breathtaking sights of Kyoto

Shopping

The hotel has retail boutiques offering a selection of souvenir and luxury items. Other facilities nearby include:

Isetan Department Store (JR Kyoto Station Complex)

Famous Japanese department store

The Cube and Porta Shopping Malls

Rain or shine, one can spend all day at these underground shopping malls

Conference

Access to the major meeting and conference halls

ICC Kyoto ( Kyoto International Conference Center)
20 minutes by metro from Kyoto Station to Kokusai Kokusai Kaikan Subway Station or approx. 30 minutes by taxi

See ICC Kyoto Area Map [PDF]

KRP ( Kyoto Research Park )
5 minutes by rail from Kyoto station to Tanbaguchi station (JR Sagano line) and then 5 minutes on foot, or 15 minutes by taxi

See KRP Access Map

Kyoto Terrsa
15 minute walk from the hotel or 5 minutes by taxi

See Kyoto Terrsa Area Map [PDF]

Mielparque Plaza

Located in the adjoining building, Mielparque Plaza