Nara
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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
Location is ideal for us, not too close to the busy Dotonbori area but within walking distance. It is beside the OCAT (Osaka City Air Terminal?), which is connected to the underground train stations. On a rainy day, it is convenient to use the underground that leads to Namba Station and also to Dotonbori ...
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great location, shopping mall below the hotel and nearby, a block away from airport limousine bus. Hotel room and amenities is great for our needs.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
The hotel location is perfect for tourisim. Main attractions are close and also transport. The rooms are big and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
It was good.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho
Great stay at Eslead Namba Daikokucho. The room was a bit snug for our group of six, but it worked well overall. We especially appreciated having an in-room laundry machine (after our day trip to Nara) it was super convenient. We didn’t end up using the kitchen, but it was nice to have the option ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
I love this place!
Reviewed on May 1, 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.

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.

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.

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 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)

E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine
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