10 TOP Things to Do in Nara Prefecture (2026 Activity Guide)

A traditional Japanese bridge over a calm lake, surrounded by autumn foliage.

A traditional Japanese building with a large, multi-tiered roof and wooden architecture, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a small pond.

A traditional building with a tiled roof and a central entrance, surrounded by a paved area with people walking and trees.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by a wooden fence and blue traffic cones.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden pillars, and a stone lantern in front.

Things to do

Kyoto/Osaka: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkakuji Day Tour

P2,959

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

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

P3,354

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

P4,553

per adult

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From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch

P4,553

per adult

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

P3,556

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto

P3,556

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Osaka Kyoto Kinkaku-ji Kiyomizu-dera Temple Sannenzaka and Uji

Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji

P3,009

per adult

Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto

P3,556

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

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

P3,119

per adult

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What to do in Nara Prefecture

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A traditional Japanese torii gate with a red frame, surrounded by lush greenery and stone lanterns.

Nara Park

9.0/10 (4,050 reviews)

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

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Where to stay in Nara Prefecture

Find the best Nara Prefecture areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Nara Prefecture

A wooden building with a sign in Japanese.

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.

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A large stone monument with a metal railing on top, surrounded by a paved walkway and grassy areas.

Kōriyama

While visiting Kōriyama, you might make a stop by sights like Koriyama Castle and Hakomotokan Konya Museum.

Hashimoto

While there might not be top attractions in Hashimoto, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Asuka Historical Museum and Nara Prefecture Complex of Man'yo Culture.