Nara City Museum of Photography Tours

Whether you're a bit of a beatnik or just someone who likes fine art, a visit to Nara City Museum of Photography will not let you down. Take a notebook along with you and feel inspired by the numerous pieces on display.

This collection of precious artworks is often on the itineraries of travelers to Naramachi. But Nara City Museum of Photography isn't the only drawcard in the area. Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Shrine are some other worthwhile sights close by.

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WAYFARER Shinsaibashi

WAYFARER Shinsaibashi

2.5 out of 5
Minami
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Price was $1,078, price is now $561 per person
$561
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Nov 3 - Nov 9
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Roundtrip flight included
Manila (MNL) to Osaka (KIX)
8.2/10 Very Good! (60 reviews)
The lobby is nice, that staff were friendly, but the room/services were poor.

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station

4 out of 5
Shimogyo Ward
Price was $3,046, price is now $1,366 per person
$1,366
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Dec 10 - Dec 15
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (483 reviews)
We stayed here for 6 days for our trip in Kyoto. Great staff, peaceful and nice rooms. Also walking distance to Kyoto station.

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

3 out of 5
Shimogyo Ward
Price was $2,715, price is now $1,218 per person
$1,218
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Dec 11 - Dec 15
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)
8.6/10 Excellent! (137 reviews)
Very clean and large room compared to small rooms generally in Japan. Clean and next to train station.

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Popular places to visit

Shinyakushiji Temple showing heritage elements

Shinyakushiji Temple

Shinyakushiji 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.

Shinyakushiji Temple
Manyo Botanical Garden showing a pond

Manyo Botanical Garden

Within the grounds of the sacred Kasuga Taisha Shrine is a pretty garden inspired by the plants mentioned in a classic Japanese poetry anthology.

Manyo Botanical Garden
Kasuga Shrine which includes heritage elements and a temple or place of worship as well as an individual male

Kasuga Shrine

Inside a primeval forest is a red-hued shrine with a dozen revered gods and thousands of elegant stone lanterns.

Kasuga Shrine
Nara National Museum which includes interior views and signage

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.

Nara National Museum
4 days ago at this tiny shrine near to Todaiji which is the first in Nara to bloom. A world of differences in 3 days as Osaka & Kyoto are now in full bloom! This picture was taken on Mar 3.

Himuro Shrine

Himuro Shrine 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 walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Himuro Shrine
Gango-ji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage elements

Gango-ji Temple

See ancient Buddha statues, stone lanterns and an ornate pagoda at this peaceful UNESCO-listed temple, which is among the oldest surviving temples in Japan.

Gango-ji Temple

Best Lodging Options Near Nara City Museum of Photography

Hotel New Otani Osaka

Hotel New Otani Osaka

5 out of 5
1-4-1 Shiromi Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Hotel New Otani Osaka
Patina Osaka

Patina Osaka

5 out of 5
3-91, Banba-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka(27)
Patina Osaka
DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle

DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle

4 out of 5
1-1-1 Otemae Chuo-Ku, Osaka
DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi

Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi

3 out of 5
2-4-10, Minami-Senba, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Imperial Hotel Osaka

Imperial Hotel Osaka

5 out of 5
1-8-50 Temmabashi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Imperial Hotel Osaka
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

3.5 out of 5
1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

3.5 out of 5
1-9-8 Kitahama, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

5 out of 5
1-1-43 Abeno-suji, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel
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