Title: Nara Travel Guide: Best of Nara, Nara Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Nara](https://expedia.co.uk/Nara-Hotels.d6139567.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Nara](https://expedia.co.uk/Nara-Holiday-Rentals.d6139567.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Nara](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Nara.d6139567.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Nara Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Nara.d6139567.Car-Hire-Guide)[Nara Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Nara.d6139567.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Nara Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Heijo Palace which includes heritage elements and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103860/88eb560c-6fd2-40e9-b2f5-d3607c4806a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Heijo Palace which includes heritage elements and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103860/88eb560c-6fd2-40e9-b2f5-d3607c4806a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nara featuring street scenes, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139567/70e15938-a694-4156-8d6c-d1d523e5cebb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nara which includes food and dining out](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139567/0d835d21-790f-4245-8be5-063e8324f69a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nara featuring dining out and food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139567/ac91ddfc-04bc-4592-9fb4-9bd0040fd638.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nara Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Nara ![Naramachi showing night scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757989/36000399-0a65-41ac-9ada-393cd259fafa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nara-Naramachi.dx3000757989) - Top hotels in Nara - Top Holiday Rentals in Nara ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £52 8 Feb - 9 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,572 reviews) Very clean. No problems at all. 1 tiny thing, no lotion so bring your own Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139567) ![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/4b72dd86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka £71 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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! (2,210 reviews) Yes, The room and the staff were great. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139567) ![Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12570000/12565800/12565774/e982059a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba 1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku Osaka Osaka-fu £37 9 Feb - 10 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,308 reviews) 5 star Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=12565774&PinnedHotelID=12565774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139567) [See all 7,617 properties in Nara](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6139567) 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/f679fc22_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! (159 reviews) Clean, spacious, modern room with well-equipped kitchen & laundry. Self check-in / check-out was easy. Onsen a great plus. Reviewed on 31 Jan 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) ![MIMARU Osaka Namba Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77115400/77115356/dcb4eef9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### MIMARU Osaka Namba Station Nippombashi Naniwa-ku, 3-6-24 Osaka Osaka Prefecture Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (364 reviews) Mimaru hotels are always great. The best in Japan for family rooms. This hotel is in the best location, walking distance to Namba station and so many great food options. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-MIMARU-OSAKA-NAMBA-STATION.h77115356.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Nara](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6139567&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 Nara hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6139567&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6139567&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6139567&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6139567&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6139567&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6139567&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Nara Park which includes a park and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103874/67d32ab1-782f-42f4-97c5-51d53e2b4582.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nara Park 4.5/5(178 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nara-Park-Nara.d6103874.Attraction) ![Todaiji Temple which includes a lake or waterhole, a temple or place of worship and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076306/93bf40d3-c391-4160-8b47-c09929e0bd5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Todaiji Temple 4.5/5(90 reviews) 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 walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Todaiji-Temple-Nara.d6076306.Attraction) ![Kasuga Shrine which includes heritage elements and a temple or place of worship as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103864/7cc17805-6b2f-4395-bbd2-da58ed31bc58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kasuga Shrine 4.5/5(8 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kasuga-Shrine-Nara.d6103864.Attraction) ![Nara National Museum which includes interior views and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103872/ff3b3297-d462-4c79-9996-4765b12d1722.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nara National Museum 4/5(1 review) You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Nara National Museum during your travels in Nara. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nara-National-Museum-Nara.d6103872.Attraction) ![Yakushi-ji Temple which includes heritage elements, a temple or place of worship and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103886/f14ce2d2-b81e-4073-8580-9862c9398147.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yakushi-ji Temple 4.5/5(2 reviews) Yakushi-ji 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 walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yakushi-Ji-Temple-Nara.d6103886.Attraction) ![Kofuku-ji Shrine which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103868/976f06f1-01bc-4a8b-8308-c433066ed955.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kofuku-ji Temple 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kofuku-Ji-Temple-Nara.d6103868.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) ![Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50193059/7430104f-4a85-4ffb-b317-70ae6bddd2b0.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) ![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 £89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.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) ![Nara Early Bird Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47654135/5fbf260e-b6d0-42c4-b129-69fed0843382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nara Early Morning Tour (Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available) £43 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-early-morning-tour-kyoto-or-osaka-departure-available.a47654135.activity-details) ![Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45017584/dabc9693-8bf4-43dc-8b48-2453cc4d5714.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nara Afternoon Tour from Kyoto or Osaka £73 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-afternoon-tour-from-kyoto-or-osaka.a45017584.activity-details) [See all activities in Nara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Nara.d6139567.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Nara ![Hananosato-Takidani Japanese Iris Garden, Date taken(YYYY-MM-DD): 2010-06-27 Place taken: Hananosato-Takidani, Murō, Uda, Nara, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339993/c28f31db-b092-447b-8778-cac91038ef0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Hamachidori](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Hamachidori) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Uda ### Other places like Nara - Cities near Nara - Places of interest [Uda](https://expedia.co.uk/Uda.dx6339993) - [Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kasugayama-Hill-Primeval-Forest-Nara.d6103866.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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