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
Super convenient location close to Dotonbori. The rooms are small but clean, modern, and well-designed. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Really enjoyed my stay at this hotel! The location is great and near entrances to the train station. There are underground shopping/restaurants near the hotel which can connect to Osaka station. I was confused walking through it but followed signs for "JR" and eventually found my way to Osaka station. ...
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Location is good for shopping and using the transportation
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east
Nice place. Enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

MIMARU Osaka Namba Station
Our stay here was wondeful. We enjoyed the coffee, the games and the room and bathroom was very nice. The area is centrally located and we very much enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST
Good front desk service
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
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.

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.

Yakushi-ji Temple
Yakushi-ji 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.

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

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

Nara Early Morning Tour (Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available)

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

All must-sees in 3 hours - Nara Park Classic Tour! From JR Nara!

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)
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- Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall
- Naraden Arena
- Todai-ji
- Hannyaji Temple
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