What to do in Nara Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

Yumedono (Hall of Dreams) at Horyu-ji Buddhist temple, Nara Prefecture, Japan
Yumedono (Hall of Dreams) at Horyu-ji Buddhist temple, Nara Prefecture, Japan
A gate at Kōriyama Castle in the city of Yamatokōriyama, Nara Prefecture, Japan
A gate at Kōriyama Castle in the city of Yamatokōriyama, Nara Prefecture, Japan
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What to do in Nara Prefecture

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Nara Park which includes a park and heritage elements

Nara Park

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

Nara Park
Todaiji Temple which includes a lake or waterhole, a temple or place of worship and heritage elements

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.

Todaiji Temple
Horyu-ji temple Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area are located in Nara Prefecture, Japan. UNESCO Site; Shutterstock ID 673285708; Purchase Order: -

Horyu-ji Temple

After visiting Horyu-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Horyu-ji Temple
Cherry blossoms at Mount Yoshino

Mount Yoshino

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Yoshino during your travels in Yoshino. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.

Mount Yoshino
玉姫神社

Tamaki Shrine

Tamaki Shrine is just one of the places to see in Totsukawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.

Tamaki Shrine
Kasuga Shrine which includes heritage elements and a temple or place of worship as well as an individual male

Kasuga Shrine

You can learn about the history of Nara with a trip to Kasuga Shrine. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Kasuga Shrine
Nara National Museum which includes interior views and signage

Nara National Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Nara National Museum during your travels in Nara. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Nara National Museum
Kofuku-ji Shrine which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a temple or place of worship

Kofuku-ji Temple

You can learn about the history of Noboriōji with a trip to Kofuku-ji Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Kofuku-ji Temple
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Soni Highlands

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Soni Highlands during your travels in Soni-mura. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Soni Highlands

Explore areas of Nara Prefecture

Naramachi showing night scenes and signage

Naramachi

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

Naramachi
郡山城

Kōriyama

If you're spending some time in Kōriyama, Koriyama Castle and Hakomotokan Konya Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Kōriyama
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Imaicho

Travellers like the historical sites in Imaicho, and Takagi Residence is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Imaicho
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Hashimoto

While Hashimoto isn't home to many top sights, Kashihara Insectarium and Asuka Historical Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hashimoto
Tatsuta Shrine which includes a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and a temple or place of worship

Tatsuta

Though Tatsuta may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nara Kenko Land and Koriyama Castle.

Tatsuta
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Shimobuchi

Though Shimobuchi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kamokimi no Yu and Kinpusenji Temple.

Shimobuchi

Day trip destinations from Nara Prefecture

大阪風景 東大阪ジャンクション　トワイライト

Higashi-osaka

玉串川　(大阪府八尾市)
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Yao

Tsutenkaku Tower which includes markets, a city and street scenes

Osaka

Heijo Palace which includes heritage elements and tranquil scenes

Nara

Japanese Ninja concept.

Iga

My hometown

Matsusaka

Akame Creek in Nabari, Mie, Japan

Nabari

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Yoshino