Explore the city of Nara with a friendly guide who can share local knowledge to create an authentic experience. Get familiar with the neighborhoods and enjoy a city steeped in ancient Buddhist history.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 9 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Japanese
- Pickup included
- You will be picked up at any location in Osaka. The local partner will reach out to you beforehand to confirm your requested location. If you are staying in the centre of Osaka, the host will meet you at your hotel (please specify the name and address of the hotel).
Experience
Highlights
- Get to know Nara through the eyes of a local
- Receive tips about navigating the city and top places to eat and shop
- See the famous Nara Park with its tame deer
Full description
Go on a private city walking tour through Nara and explore the fascinating history, culture, and food scene of this city.
Meet your guide in Kyoto or Osaka and take the train to Nara, the city where Shinto Buddhism was born. See some of Japan’s most significant temples and shrines. Marvel at art and architecture dating back to the 8th-century.
Walk down quiet streets and shaded paths lined with cherry blossom trees and be amazed by Nanto Shichi Daiji, the seven great Buddhist temples. Discover the magical, wood-built architecture overhung with thousands of lanterns at the fairytale Kasuga-Taisha Shrine.
At the famous Nara Park, you can see the iconic tame deers that come close enough to greet you. If you are hungry this would be the perfect opportunity to check out the restaurants and cafes at Higashimuki Shopping Street. In this street, you will also find all sorts of souvenirs.
This tour can be fully personalized depending on your preferences. Your guide can provide you with tips and recommendations for the rest of your stay in Nara.
Includes
- Return train tickets from Osaka or Kyoto (if option selected)
- Entry tickets to 2 temples of your choice
- One tea or soft drink at a café
- Local tour guide
- Additional transportation
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Know before you go
- This activity takes place at all weathers
- The tour can be personalized to meet your preferences