Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Sakurai February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Sakurai](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakurai-Hotels.d6347482.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Sakurai Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sakurai.d6347482.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sakurai Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakurai.d6347482.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Sakurai ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sakurai Types of activities Where to stay [Sakurai travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakurai.dx6347482) ![Sunset view of Miwa town, Sakurai, Nara, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/a01cdaa6-40e8-4c66-9457-79a7f90cc3d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset view of Miwa town, Sakurai, Nara, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/a01cdaa6-40e8-4c66-9457-79a7f90cc3d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ Omiwa Shrine in Kyoto.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/af1a1956-0902-4cc8-8219-5c4f04c27891.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Prayer Hall of Oomiwa Shrine, Nara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/07c49d77-0a60-4113-aef8-db12d2cd205d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![等彌神社 上ツ尾社](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/11ae513c-1dcb-4b77-b147-4a25b84db851.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347482/11ae513c-1dcb-4b77-b147-4a25b84db851.jpg) by [Yanajin33](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Yanajin33) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Sakurai Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Sakurai has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Sakurai, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Sakurai with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Sakurai Sakurai is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Sakurai, and make it a breeze to explore Sakurai and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Sakurai to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Sakurai, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Sakurai. #### Sakurai attractions Sakurai has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Sakurai to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Sakurai. Looking for things to do in Sakurai can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha 9h 7.4/10 11 verified reviews Free cancellation available ~~£54~~£47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-daytour-in-osaka-nara-todaiji-temple-and-uji-matcha.a49278566.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50487169/2a7d0c13-0240-4242-adc4-d3fb4828119d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour 1d 10/10 1 verified review £41 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/japan-kansai-nara-kyoto-day-tour.a50487169.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49817188/c404143b-9bfe-4174-982f-c4afc6b36d02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto 9h 9.6/10 18 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nara-uji-full-day-sightseeing-tour-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49817188.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![From Kyoto: Nara Guided Half Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46038947/db5c9eea-d0d4-448a-9fa1-654aaf91119d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Kyoto: Nara Guided Half Day Bus Tour 6h 9.8/10 26 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-kyoto-nara-guided-half-day-bus-tour.a46038947.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48649428/b01c8695-10e1-4de8-9fb9-c2a832a88116.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour 8h 30m 10/10 6 verified reviews Free cancellation available £90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50193059/88394649-4244-4078-ae55-8a3346e1980d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7\~9 spots) 10h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-highlights-day-tour-from-osaka.a50193059.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47654135/5fbf260e-b6d0-42c4-b129-69fed0843382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available) 4h 30m 10/10 296 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~£59~~£47 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-early-bird-tour-kyoto-departure-option-available.a47654135.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Kyoto: Table-Style Tea Ceremony at a Kyo-Machiya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47764233/42e660b2-701d-4a47-97dd-8126381e353b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto: Table-Style Tea Ceremony at a Kyo-Machiya 1h 30m 10/10 171 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-table-style-tea-ceremony-and-machiya-townhouse-tour.a47764233.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46530873/d8d04fb9-fefb-4db1-956f-450de8d113a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour 10h 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £359 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-tokyo-to-kyoto-and-nara-a-captivating-full-day-private-tour.a46530873.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 70 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46530873/d8d04fb9-fefb-4db1-956f-450de8d113a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour 10h 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £359 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-tokyo-to-kyoto-and-nara-a-captivating-full-day-private-tour.a46530873.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Osaka & Nara in 1-Day by Private Van with Local Expert Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45724451/936cdded-cd50-4d3d-9b66-dcd0e9f1dc91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka & Nara in 1-Day by Private Van with Local Expert Guide 7h 30m 10/10 35 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £216 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-car-daytrip-from-kyoto.a45724451.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Kyoto & Nara Private Tour from Osaka Kyoto Hotel Pick-up](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49223711/d6205ff1-baf8-4faf-b3ee-c425052d8cc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto & Nara Private Tour from Osaka Kyoto Hotel Pick-up 10h 9.2/10 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~£214~~£192 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nara-private-tour-from-osaka-kyoto-hotel-pick-up.a49223711.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Fermented Bento Workshop on the Yamanobe-no-michi Trail (private)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50655111/47b94e50-61e9-4853-bd74-3a9c797ced57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fermented Bento Workshop on the Yamanobe-no-michi Trail (private) 3h 30m Free cancellation available £28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fermented-bento-workshop-on-the-yamanobe-no-michi-trail-private.a50655111.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2425793/6edf2011-c628-421d-b09d-52b50976d149.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure 8h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £359 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arashiyama-nara-highlights-one-day-private-tour-adventure.a2425793.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1456065/d610f3bf-3b0e-428b-b42f-dead1e10ac54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide 6h 10/10 64 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £223 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-half-day-private-tour-osaka-kyoto-departure-with-government-licensed-guide.a1456065.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara: Cultural Heritage Tour by Rickshaw](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47924746/2dbf4825-4420-441d-a87b-93cf14145fe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara: Cultural Heritage Tour by Rickshaw 1h 10m+ 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £93 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-cultural-heritage-tour-by-rickshaw.a47924746.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Yoshino, Japanese Mountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49881982/82b9547d-e1d0-4323-9b64-58780ff839ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Yoshino, Japanese Mountain 8h Free cancellation available £328 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-full-day-guided-tour-in-yoshino-japanese-mountain.a49881982.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Private Kyoto Nara Private Tour from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51088445/ba6d288d-37e7-4637-aa90-5a6e79e54df8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Kyoto Nara Private Tour from Osaka 10h Free cancellation available £190 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-kyoto-nara-private-tour-from-osaka.a51088445.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![2-Hour Nara: Discover Every Bit of Tohdaiji-Temple Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49255444/bd11ee83-987d-4c7f-b752-af38c5cb70c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2-Hour Nara: Discover Every Bit of Tohdaiji-Temple Private Tour 2h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available ~~£152~~£99 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-nara-discover-every-bit-of-tohdaiji-temple-private-tour.a49255444.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 14 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Kyoto: Table-Style Tea Ceremony at a Kyo-Machiya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47764233/42e660b2-701d-4a47-97dd-8126381e353b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto: Table-Style Tea Ceremony at a Kyo-Machiya 1h 30m 10/10 171 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-table-style-tea-ceremony-and-machiya-townhouse-tour.a47764233.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Osaka/Kyoto: Nara, Nijo Castle, Fushimi, Arashiyama Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51285939/041a4add-2baa-41cc-8777-6a9ebf61015a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka/Kyoto: Nara, Nijo Castle, Fushimi, Arashiyama Bus Tour 10h Free cancellation available £47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-kyoto-nara-nijo-castle-fushimi-arashiyama-bus-tour.a51285939.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara Private Custom Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50009468/d2709c3d-70f2-45c2-90fb-b85eaf8c9ae1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara Private Custom Walking Tour 8h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £358 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-private-custom-tour.a50009468.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara Sake Tasting Tour at Local Brewerie(tasting fee included)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49233302/b6972a63-bbfd-4b34-93aa-b9879f80b0b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara Sake Tasting Tour at Local Brewerie(tasting fee included) 3h 10/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £114 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-sake-discovery-tour.a49233302.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Osaka and Nara Day Tour with Private Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50695915/383693a5-55ed-4f0e-be61-08d75426c00c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka and Nara Day Tour with Private Transport 9h Free cancellation available £176 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-and-nara-day-tour-with-private-transport.a50695915.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara Sake Private Brewery Tour Tasting with Sake-paring Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49896855/b8bca3ab-b458-4863-b112-7bb17358a8fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara Sake Private Brewery Tour Tasting with Sake-paring Lunch 3h 30m Free cancellation available £665 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-sake-private-brewery-tour-tasting-with-lunch.a49896855.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Private 3 Hours Bar Hopping Tour in Nara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49348783/c66717c1-7dd3-4ab1-9cf6-2ef47209d4a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 3 Hours Bar Hopping Tour in Nara 2h Free cancellation available ~~£167~~£116 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-3-hours-bar-hopping-tour-in-nara.a49348783.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara: Heart of Nature Temple, Forest, & Waterfall Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44511015/e5a878cf-2677-4263-b448-fcdcc9bf23aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara: Heart of Nature Temple, Forest, & Waterfall Bike Tour 6h Free cancellation available £399 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-heart-of-nature-temple-forest-waterfall-bike-tour.a44511015.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara: Sake Tasting Tour at the Birthplace of Japanese Sake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50865807/33d88304-ec68-4c04-bf08-c15dfd6f075f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara: Sake Tasting Tour at the Birthplace of Japanese Sake 3h Free cancellation available ~~£195~~£136 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-sake-tasting-tour-at-the-birthplace-of-japanese-sake.a50865807.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara: Conquer Two Bowls on a Hardcore Ramen Pilgrimage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50676123/13b26a24-4a0f-4f2a-85a8-1922bd413ad4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara: Conquer Two Bowls on a Hardcore Ramen Pilgrimage 2h Free cancellation available £147 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-conquer-two-bowls-on-a-hardcore-ramen-pilgrimage.a50676123.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48134002/a2cc3de6-9146-4830-a0c7-9c8f197a3aa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine 3h 30m 9.6/10 43 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/e-bike-nara-highlights-todaiji-knives-deer-shrine.a48134002.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara: Heart of Nature Temple, Forest, & Waterfall Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44511015/e5a878cf-2677-4263-b448-fcdcc9bf23aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara: Heart of Nature Temple, Forest, & Waterfall Bike Tour 6h Free cancellation available £399 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-heart-of-nature-temple-forest-waterfall-bike-tour.a44511015.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Sokoiko Cycling Through History The Beginning of Japan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50832675/8dd92093-2817-4eb1-a76d-c33333ce7e5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sokoiko Cycling Through History The Beginning of Japan 3h Free cancellation available £62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sokoiko-cycling-through-history-the-beginning-of-japan.a50832675.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara: City Highlights Shared Group or Private Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44508438/51baa743-ed54-4e3f-b671-a7fbaa780bbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara: City Highlights Shared Group or Private Bike Tour 3h+ 9.6/10 12 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nara-city-highlights-shared-group-or-private-bike-tour.a44508438.activity-details?&rid=6347482&location=Sakurai&swp=off) ![Nara: Bike Tour in Ancient 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6347482) ## Recommended things to do in Sakurai | Number of things to do | 127 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Nara: Bike Tour in Ancient Capital UNESCO World Heritage](/things-to-do/nara-heijyo-kyo-bike-tour-in-unesco-world-heritage-site.a48217519.activity-details): £17 | | Top 5 things to do | [Japan: Have Fun in Kansai Pass](/things-to-do/japan-have-fun-in-kansai-pass.a50616095.activity-details)[Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha](/things-to-do/full-daytour-in-osaka-nara-todaiji-temple-and-uji-matcha.a49278566.activity-details)[Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour](/things-to-do/japan-kansai-nara-kyoto-day-tour.a50487169.activity-details)[From Kyoto: Nara Guided Half Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-kyoto-nara-guided-half-day-bus-tour.a46038947.activity-details)[Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto](/things-to-do/kyoto-nara-uji-full-day-sightseeing-tour-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49817188.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Fermented Bento Workshop on the Yamanobe-no-michi Trail (private)](/things-to-do/fermented-bento-workshop-on-the-yamanobe-no-michi-trail-private.a50655111.activity-details)[Udon and Tempura Cooking Class in Nara](/things-to-do/udon-and-tempura-cooking-class-in-nara.a50830464.activity-details)[Nara: Bike Tour in Ancient Capital UNESCO World Heritage](/things-to-do/nara-heijyo-kyo-bike-tour-in-unesco-world-heritage-site.a48217519.activity-details)[E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine](/things-to-do/e-bike-nara-highlights-todaiji-knives-deer-shrine.a48134002.activity-details)[Nara - Craft Beer, Sake, and Food Walking Tour](/things-to-do/nara-craft-beer-and-sake-walking-tour.a44519933.activity-details) | | With kids | [Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha](/things-to-do/full-daytour-in-osaka-nara-todaiji-temple-and-uji-matcha.a49278566.activity-details)[From Kyoto: Nara Guided Half Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-kyoto-nara-guided-half-day-bus-tour.a46038947.activity-details)[Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7\~9 spots)](/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-highlights-day-tour-from-osaka.a50193059.activity-details)[Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details)[Osaka: Nara, Todaiji, Uji Matcha, and Hot Spring Tour](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-nara-todaiji-and-hot-spring-from-osaka.a49876886.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sakurai --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Hase Temple in Autumn Foliage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771677/5c8a9518-6bb2-4053-8148-fcefc97cba9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hase-dera Temple Find out about the history of Sakurai with a stop at Hase-dera Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hase-Dera-Temple-Nara.d553248621532771677.Attraction) ![Nara, Japan - November 27, 2013: Tanzan Shrine , also known as the Danzan Shrine, is a Shinto shrine in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771652/a7a66b18-b82b-40dc-87c6-3a6c0ac52f33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tanzan Shrine Tanzan Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sakurai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tanzan-Shrine-Nara.d553248621532771652.Attraction) #### Ōmiwa Shrine Ōmiwa Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sakurai, 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/Omiwa-Shrine-Nara.d553248621532771658.Attraction) #### Yamanobe-no-michi Trail You can take time to visit Yamanobe-no-michi Trail during your travels to Sakurai. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamanobe-No-Michi-Trail-Nara.d553248635997949986.Attraction) #### Mt. Miwa Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Miwa during your travels in Sakurai. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Miwa-Nara.d553248621532771660.Attraction) #### Murō-ji Find out about the history of Sakurai when you take a trip to Murō-ji. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muro-Ji-Nara.d553248621526920848.Attraction) #### Tanzan-Jinja Shrine Tanzan-Jinja Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sakurai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tanzan-Jinja-Shrine-Nara.d553248635976770391.Attraction) #### Hibara Shrine After visiting Hibara Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sakurai. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hibara-Shrine-Nara.d553248621532771659.Attraction) #### Shorinji You can learn about the history of Sakurai with a visit to Shorinji. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shorinji-Nara.d553248621532771653.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Sakurai ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hashimoto While Hashimoto isn't home to many top sights, Kashihara Insectarium and Asuka Historical Museum are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakurai-Hashimoto.dx553248635975863677) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Sakurai ![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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sakurai worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sakurai? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sakurai? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sakurai? ### Is Sakurai a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Sakurai with kids? > - [Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-daytour-in-osaka-nara-todaiji-temple-and-uji-matcha.a49278566.activity-details) > - [From Kyoto: Nara Guided Half Day Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-kyoto-nara-guided-half-day-bus-tour.a46038947.activity-details) > - [Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7\~9 spots)](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-highlights-day-tour-from-osaka.a50193059.activity-details) > - [Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](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://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-nara-todaiji-and-hot-spring-from-osaka.a49876886.activity-details) ### What to do in Sakurai for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sakurai? ![](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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