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 Park or Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum while you're exploring the area.

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Very small rooms
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Room was spotless and great staff
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Good location close to a mall. Had to change rooms from poor cleaning. New room was good though.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
The property was very beautiful, with mesmerizing views of the bay. The rooms were very clean, comfortable, very quiet area perfect for relaxing. The room was equipped with a kitchen with all the necessary tools to cook if we needed to, but we only needed the coffee and tea makers because the breakfast ...
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho
The space was very safe, clean, enough room for a family of four, close to public transportation. The staff was kind and helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east
We loved this property. The room we booked was big enough for all our luggage and a lot bigger than other rooms in the area! It’s next to a 7/11 as well and this made it perfect for late night Konbini runs! :)
Reviewed on Dec 16, 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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour

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

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

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

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Japan: Nara Park & Uji Day Tour – Deer Feeding, Matcha Tasting, Autumn View
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- Nara City Museum of Photography
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- Kōfuku-ji National Treasure Hall




