Title: Ikaruga Travel Guide: Best of Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ikaruga](https://expedia.co.uk/Ikaruga-Hotels.d6349089.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ikaruga](https://expedia.co.uk/Ikaruga-Holiday-Rentals.d6349089.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Ikaruga Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ikaruga.d6349089.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ikaruga Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ikaruga.d6349089.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ikaruga Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Ikaruga which includes a garden and wildflowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349089/3b6b3cf2-aca3-4614-b74a-f78daad0c6b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ikaruga which includes a garden and wildflowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349089/3b6b3cf2-aca3-4614-b74a-f78daad0c6b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hokiji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, heritage elements and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273106/0f63456f-4ae5-49d2-bf32-b20eafcab6be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hokiji Temple featuring a pond and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273106/a07c89e0-e8f5-423d-96d7-c0dbbba141ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hokiji Temple featuring wildflowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273106/dfec4b9e-7780-4d55-b92b-19de4d586c3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ikaruga Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6349089) ### Where to stay in Ikaruga ![Tatsuta Shrine which includes a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771666/3ebaf752-75d4-414b-af93-2bc1f918cfc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nara-Tatsuta.dx3000750523) - Top hotels in Ikaruga - Top Holiday Rentals in Ikaruga ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/0a0c6fab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £59 17 Mar - 18 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,900 reviews) Excellent Hotel! Could be a 5 star! Perfect location with a large grocery store below hotel. The staff are ALL professional and pleasantly welcoming. The breakfast buffet has everything you could imagine in a massive beautiful room on the 23rd floor. Thank You Yamanaka for your morning warm greetings! ... Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F03%2F2026&endDate=18%2F03%2F2026&selected=2492916&PinnedHotelID=2492916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6349089) ![Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35890000/35881600/35881577/cc257c81_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA 1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka £80 15 Mar - 16 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,427 reviews) Honestly great place to stay. Room was perfect for what we needed and shower was very nice. Also, since it is connected to the station, it is very easy to get around the entire area and is close to some of the best shopping and food. Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=35881577&PinnedHotelID=35881577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6349089) ![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/3d8b3e75_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka £66 8 Mar - 9 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,306 reviews) Many shops near. Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6349089) [See all 4,582 properties in Ikaruga](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6349089) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115580000/115573100/115573051/fe2e86a9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE 3-2-27 Kasugade Minami, Konohana-ku Osaka Osaka Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Universal Studios Japan and Kyocera ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews) Great stay, large clean room, spacious bathroom and nice views on balcony. Easy check in, building was super clean and tidy, close to the train station as well. Onsen is great but shared with the public too; so it does get busy and with a lot of locals. It’s a really nice facility with sauna, cold ... Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-THE-RISE-OSAKA-UNIVERSAL-BAYSIDE.h115573051.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111440000/111434200/111434118/01b05e3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi 2-13-8 Osaka Osaka Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and climate control. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews) Spaces are tight, but has everything. Love having a kitchen! The closest subway station is 10 min walk and It's roughly 15 min walk to Namba station. Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-Hotel-Residence-Unito-NAMBA-Motomachi.h111434118.Hotel-Information) ![Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93140000/93138400/93138326/08de8595_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho 2-4-19 Osaka Osaka Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-Eslead-Hotel-Namba-Daikokucho.h93138326.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Ikaruga](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6349089&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Ikaruga hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6349089&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08)[7 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6349089&startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6349089&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09)[8 Mar - 9 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6349089&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6349089&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6349089&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Horyu-ji temple Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area are located in Nara Prefecture, Japan. UNESCO Site; Shutterstock ID 673285708; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502157/ec982a30-8863-414e-8a9e-c0222e4f85f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Horyu-Ji-Temple-Nara.d502157.Attraction) ![Horyuji I Center which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273104/3d7223f8-5a17-4f1a-b2fc-8469d3711e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Horyuji I Center Enjoy an outing to Horyuji I Center during your stay in Ikaruga. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Horyuji-I-Center-Nara.d553248621562273104.Attraction) ![Chuguji Temple showing heritage elements and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771670/b8231fd4-1295-4e8a-9bb3-de6d95324264.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chuguji Temple Chuguji Temple is just one of the places to see in Ikaruga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chuguji-Temple-Ikaruga.d553248621532771670.Attraction) ![Hokiji Temple showing a temple or place of worship and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273106/f9068d16-055b-4601-b3c4-6cce7db84b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hokiji Temple After visiting Hokiji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hokiji-Temple-Nara.d553248621562273106.Attraction) ![Tatsuta Shrine featuring heritage elements and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771666/30555350-fbd5-4200-bbad-072ad8031831.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tatsuta Shrine Tatsuta Shrine is just one of the places to see in Ikaruga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and temples in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tatsuta-Shrine-Tatsuta.d553248621532771666.Attraction) ![Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771668/f5f05a9e-4797-4250-b6f5-d654acaeb202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center during your trip to Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ikaruga-Cultural-Asset-Center-Nara.d553248621532771668.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49817188/c404143b-9bfe-4174-982f-c4afc6b36d02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto £50 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nara-uji-full-day-sightseeing-tour-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49817188.activity-details) ![Kiyomizu-dera Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50193059/daab04f8-9e8d-46a7-8ed8-e1be5a3635a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7\~9 spots) £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-of-kyoto-and-nara-highlights-day-tour-from-osaka-79-spots.a50193059.activity-details) ![From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51287171/b51266c3-184b-4aff-bbe0-e3db0d74069d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with lunch £57 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-kyoto-nara-history-guided-half-day-bus-tour-with-lunch.a51287171.activity-details) ![Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48649428/b01c8695-10e1-4de8-9fb9-c2a832a88116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour £90 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) ![Goshuin Style Calligraphy Scroll Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51152301/13400296-7e37-4e82-83f5-182bbf94ddaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Goshuin Style Calligraphy Workshop £29 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/goshuin-style-calligraphy-workshop.a51152301.activity-details) ![Osaka Nara, Todaiji, Uji Matcha, and Hot Spring Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49876886/495971a8-7cc8-453d-b6d5-86e0ea1e3777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka: Nara, Todaiji, Uji Matcha, and Hot Spring Tour £60 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-nara.a49876886.activity-details) [See all activities in Ikaruga](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ikaruga.d6349089.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near Ikaruga - Places of interest [Ando](https://expedia.co.uk/Ando.dx3000374038) - [Universal Studios Japan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Attraction) - [Dotonbori ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) - [Kyocera Dome Osaka ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) - [Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Attraction) - [Osaka Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) - [Tsutenkaku Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsutenkaku-Tower-Naniwa.d6076366.Attraction) - [Spa World ](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.Attraction) - [Intex Osaka ](https://expedia.co.uk/Intex-Osaka-Suminoe.d6103942.Attraction) - [Yanmar Stadium Nagai ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yanmar-Stadium-Nagai-Higashisumiyoshi-ku.d6076324.Attraction) - [Solaniwa-Onsen Osaka Bay Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Solaniwa-Onsen-Osaka-Bay-Tower-Minato.d553248635975883442.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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