Nara
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Where to stay in Nara
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Naramachi
Unique features of Naramachi include the coffeehouses and shopping. Make a stop by Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum or Gango-ji Temple while you're exploring the area.
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Popular places to visit
Nara Park
Explore the great outdoors at Nara Park, a lovely green space in Nara. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
Todaiji Temple
You can learn about the history of Nara when you stop by Todaiji Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.
Kasuga Shrine
Inside a primeval forest is a red-hued shrine with a dozen revered gods and thousands of elegant stone lanterns.
Yakushi-ji Temple
You can learn about the history of Nara with a trip to Yakushi-ji Temple. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
Kofuku-ji Temple
One of Japan’s most famous temples is surrounded by parklands and features picturesque pagodas showcasing history that spans more than a thousand years.
Nara National Museum
A fascinating collection of Nara and Buddhist art is on display at this 130-year-old museum. Admire Japanese National Treasures and visit a historic teahouse.
Things to do
Private Nara Tour with Government Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Osaka Departure)
Nara Full-Day Private Tour - Kyoto DEP. with Licensed Guide
Private Nara Tour with Government Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Kyoto Departure)
Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Nara Temples
Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto
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Other places like Nara
- Nara Park
- Todaiji Temple
- Yakushi-ji Temple
- Kofuku-ji Temple
- Nara National Museum
- Nara Woman's University
- Saidai-ji
- Sarusawa Pond Park
- Mount Wakakusa
- Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall
- Nara Family
- Toshodai-ji Temple
- Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest
- Isui-en Garden
- Naraden Arena
- JASDF Nara Air Base
- Gango-ji Temple
- Hokke-ji Temple
- Nara Information Center
- Shosoin Temple
- Nara City Museum of Photography
- Todaiji Temple Cultural Center
- Ukimido Hall
- Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum
- Nara Prefectural Art Museum
- Daianji Temple
- Nigatsu-do Temple
- Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall
- Todai-ji
- Museum Yamato Bunkakan