Title: Things to Do in Sakurai in 2026 | Expedia.com [Sakurai Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Sakurai.dx6347482)[Hotels in Sakurai](https://expedia.com/Sakurai-Hotels.d6347482.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sakurai](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Sakurai.d6347482.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Sakurai](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sakurai.d6347482.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sakurai Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Sakurai.d6347482.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Sakurai ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sakurai Types of activities Where to stay [Sakurai Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Sakurai.dx6347482) ![Sunset view of Miwa town, Sakurai, Nara, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/a01cdaa6-40e8-4c66-9457-79a7f90cc3d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset view of Miwa town, Sakurai, Nara, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/a01cdaa6-40e8-4c66-9457-79a7f90cc3d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ Omiwa Shrine in Kyoto.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/af1a1956-0902-4cc8-8219-5c4f04c27891.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Prayer Hall of Oomiwa Shrine, Nara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/07c49d77-0a60-4113-aef8-db12d2cd205d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![等彌神社 上ツ尾社](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/11ae513c-1dcb-4b77-b147-4a25b84db851.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/11ae513c-1dcb-4b77-b147-4a25b84db851.jpg) by [Yanajin33](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Yanajin33) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Sakurai | Number of things to do | 141 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Nara: Bike Tour in Ancient Capital UNESCO World Heritage](/things-to-do/nara-heijyo-kyo-bike-tour-in-unesco-world-heritage-site.a48217519.activity-details): $23 | | Top 5 things to do | [Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour](/things-to-do/japan-kansai-nara-kyoto-day-tour.a50487169.activity-details)[From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch](/things-to-do/from-kyoto-nara-history-guided-half-day-bus-tour-with-lunch.a46038947.activity-details)[Japan: Have Fun in Kansai Pass](/things-to-do/japan-have-fun-in-kansai-pass.a50616095.activity-details)[Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka](/things-to-do/nara-deer-park-uji-matcha-hot-spring-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49278566.activity-details)[From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour](/things-to-do/from-kyoto-osaka-kyoto-must-see-spots-nara-park-one-day-tour.a49773415.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Nara: Bike Tour in Ancient Capital UNESCO World Heritage](/things-to-do/nara-heijyo-kyo-bike-tour-in-unesco-world-heritage-site.a48217519.activity-details) | | With kids | [From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch](/things-to-do/from-kyoto-nara-history-guided-half-day-bus-tour-with-lunch.a46038947.activity-details)[Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka](/things-to-do/nara-deer-park-uji-matcha-hot-spring-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49278566.activity-details)[Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7\~9 spots)](/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-highlights-day-tour-from-osaka.a50193059.activity-details)[Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details)[Nara Early Morning Tour (Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available)](/things-to-do/nara-early-morning-tour-kyoto-or-osaka-departure-available.a47654135.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sakurai --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Sakurai? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Sakurai ![The Hase Temple in Autumn Foliage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771677/5c8a9518-6bb2-4053-8148-fcefc97cba9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hase-dera Temple Find out about the history of Sakurai when you take a trip to Hase-dera Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Hase-Dera-Temple-Sakurai.d553248621532771677.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nara, Japan - November 27, 2013: Tanzan Shrine , also known as the Danzan Shrine, is a Shinto shrine in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771652/a7a66b18-b82b-40dc-87c6-3a6c0ac52f33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tanzan Shrine Tanzan Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sakurai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.com/Tanzan-Shrine-Sakurai.d553248621532771652.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ōmiwa Shrine Ōmiwa Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sakurai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Omiwa-Shrine-Sakurai.d553248621532771658.Vacation-Attraction) #### Yamanobe-no-michi Trail You can take time to visit Yamanobe-no-michi Trail during your travels to Sakurai. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Yamanobe-No-Michi-Trail-Sakurai.d553248635997949986.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mt. Miwa Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Miwa during your travels in Sakurai. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Mt-Miwa-Sakurai.d553248621532771660.Vacation-Attraction) #### Murō-ji Find out about the history of Sakurai when you spend time at Murō-ji. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Muro-Ji-Sakurai.d553248621526920848.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tanzan-Jinja Shrine Tanzan-Jinja Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sakurai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Tanzan-Jinja-Shrine-Sakurai.d553248635976770391.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hibara Shrine After visiting Hibara Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sakurai. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Hibara-Shrine-Sakurai.d553248621532771659.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shorinji You can learn about the history of Sakurai with a stop at Shorinji. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Shorinji-Sakurai.d553248621532771653.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Sakurai ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hashimoto While there might not be top attractions in Hashimoto, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kashihara Insectarium and Asuka Historical Museum. [](https://expedia.com/Nara-Hashimoto.dx553248635975863677) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Sakurai.dx6347482.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Sakurai ![Heijo Palace which includes heritage elements and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103860/88eb560c-6fd2-40e9-b2f5-d3607c4806a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nara ![0_8853b70c-e56f-4c2e-8278-4784b16bbc5d_raw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6178238/545b5758-eb48-4e48-80d7-b3763a5a6d7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yoshino ![Tenrikyo Church Headquarters (Japan - Nara pref. - Tenri city)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6253456/77c1e0b5-b655-48d7-ab2b-97244d6d9999.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tenri ![The Field With Flowers; Shutterstock ID 208100650](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336996/176ec4b2-cdb3-44e4-8cd3-2bf16a780cef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Asuka ![Hananosato-Takidani Japanese Iris Garden, Date taken(YYYY-MM-DD): 2010-06-27 Place taken: Hananosato-Takidani, Murō, Uda, Nara, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339993/c28f31db-b092-447b-8778-cac91038ef0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Hamachidori](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Hamachidori) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Uda ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sakurai worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sakurai? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sakurai? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sakurai? ### Is Sakurai a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Sakurai with kids? > - [From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-kyoto-nara-history-guided-half-day-bus-tour-with-lunch.a46038947.activity-details) > - [Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/nara-deer-park-uji-matcha-hot-spring-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49278566.activity-details) > - [Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7\~9 spots)](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-highlights-day-tour-from-osaka.a50193059.activity-details) > - [Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) > - [Nara Early Morning Tour (Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available)](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/nara-early-morning-tour-kyoto-or-osaka-departure-available.a47654135.activity-details) ### What to do in Sakurai for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sakurai? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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