10 minutes away on foot, Heian is a beautiful shrine known for the Festival of the Ages in October. The entrance boasts one of the largest torii gates in Japan.
http://www.heianjingu.or.jp/index_e.html

Only 8 minutes away on foot, Chion-in is the head temple of the Jodo-Shinshu sect of Japanese Buddhism. It has a very large ceremonial bell and beautiful gardens.
http://www.chion-in.or.jp

A solemn and peaceful temple in the area.
http://www.shorenin.com/english/

Modern and contemporary art, with a variety of visiting international exhibits.
Both of these fine museums are 8 minutes away on foot, on the way to Heian Jingu Shrine
http://www.city.kyoto.jp

Both of these fine museums are 8 minutes away on foot, on the way to Heian Jingu Shrine
http://www.kyoto-u.ac.jp

The well-known Gion district is just to the south, and has amazing traditional streets and views, with many beautiful restaurants. Perfect for a leisurely walk.

12 minutes away in the direction of the Gion district, this shrine is famous for cherry blossoms in the spring, and it is the gateway to the historical walk going to Kiyomizu-dera.
http://www.yasaka-jinja.or.jp/en/

Walk the cobblestone streets from Yasaka-Jinja for a wonderful half day of photography and beautiful scenery.
http://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp

a great place to get arts and souvenirs of all types and price ranges. 12 minutes away on foot.
http://www.kyotohandicraftcenter.com

Kyoto City Zoo – fun for the whole family, 10 minutes away on foot:
http://www5.city.kyoto.jp/zoo/lang/en