Nara

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A large tree in a grassy field with a traditional building in the background.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs, lanterns, and various shops.
A dish of sashimi on a wooden table.
A bowl of soup with noodles, green onions, and a piece of meat.
A traditional Japanese temple with wooden architecture and a stone pathway.

Where to stay in Nara

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A wooden building with a sign in Japanese.

Naramachi

Unique features of Naramachi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Nara Park or Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum while you're exploring the area.

Stay near popular Nara attractions

A group of deer in a grassy area with trees in the background.
Photo by Sara Hirner
Open Photo by Sara Hirner

Nara Park

9.0/10 (4,050 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Nara Park, a lovely green space in Nara. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
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Things to do

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

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

S$71
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

S$97
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Nara and Uji Day Trip with Deer Park from Osaka

Nara and Uji Day Trip with Deer Park from Osaka

S$65
per adult
Nara and Uji Day Trip with Deer Park from Osaka
E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine

E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine

S$68
per adult
E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine
Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka

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

S$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)
Nara: A Zen Journey into the Art of Japanese Bonseki

Nara: A Zen Journey into the Art of Japanese Bonseki

S$71
per adult
Nara: A Zen Journey into the Art of Japanese Bonseki
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A stone retaining wall alongside a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
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A serene river surrounded by dense forest and a variety of trees.
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