Nara Park offers a pleasant contrast to the hectic pace of downtown. Amble around the grounds or kick off your shoes and feel the grass beneath your feet.

Nara Park is the perfect place kick off your day in Nara. This recreation and green space is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Set aside time for other sights like Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Shrine, and Yakushi-ji Temple to fully appreciate what's on offer in the area.

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WAYFARER Matsu

Minami

per person

Sep 17 - Sep 21

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Manila (MNL) to Osaka (KIX)

8.4/10 Very Good! (45 reviews)

Really nice clean and spacious many things to do around the area

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Hotel Keihan Universal Tower

Konohana

per person

Oct 16 - Oct 20

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Manila (MNL) to Osaka (KIX)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)

This hotel is a great option if you're going to universal studios. Highly recommended

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

KABIN Taka

Shimogyo Ward

per person

Sep 10 - Sep 15

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Roundtrip flight included

Manila (MNL) to Osaka (KIX)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)

Couldnt fault this hotel for value for money, location and staff were efficient and friendly.

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

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Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha

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Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure

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Half Day Nara and Matcha Farm Private Van Tour

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Popular places to visit

Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest, a lovely green space in Nara. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Mount Wakakusa

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Wakakusa during your travels in Nara. 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.

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.

Shinyakushiji Temple

You can find out about the history of Nara with a trip to Shinyakushiji Temple. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

The deer in Nara know how to bow and are everywhere. Very interesting experience!

Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine

You can learn about the history of Nara when you stop by Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.