Nara
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Visit Nara
Where to stay in Nara

Naramachi
Unique features of Naramachi include the coffeehouses and shopping. Make a stop by Nara City Museum of Photography or Nara Park while you're exploring the area.

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Helpful staff, one of the best hotels in Osaka. Perfect location."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Hotel seems new. Great location near train station."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Great location right next to transit and walking to shopping district! Property was clean and staff was very nice. View was amazing!!"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
"For anyone planning to visit Universal Studios this place is ideal! Close to a transit station, only 1 stop to Universal or could walk there (15-20 mins walk). Vending machines for drinks and ice cream in the lobby area. Self Check in is done through a tablet, no customer service reps there so be ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Unito Hotel Residence NAMBA Motomachi
"It was incredibly nice inside and most of the workers also could speak English!!"
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

ESLEAD HOTEL Namba South 1
"They have very clear instructions for everything from check in/out to appliances in the room. Clean and modern hotel perfect for long stay."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Popular places to visit

Nara Park
Centuries-old shrines, ancient forests and hundreds of free-roaming deer are just some of the reasons to visit this sprawling and popular park.

Todaiji Temple
Todaiji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich 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.

Sarusawa Pond Park
Sarusawa Pond Park is just one of the places to see in Noboriōji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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.

Toshodai-ji Temple
After visiting Toshodai-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.
Things to do

From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)

Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park
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- Hokke-Ji Temple
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