What to do in Nara? / Top 10 Sightseeing spots in Nara

1.  9:00 JR Nara Station

   12 minutes by train

2.  9:20 JR Horyuji Station

   5 minutes by bus

3.  9:30 Horyuji i Center

   10 minutes on foot

4.  10:00 Horyu-ji Temple
5.  Namdaemun
6.  Daiho Kuroin
7.  Yumedono

   1 minute on foot

8.  12:00 Chugu-ji Temple

   20 minutes on foot

9.  13:30 Falun Temple

   15 minutes on foot

10.  14:30 Hokiji Temple

    60 minutes by bus 《To Kasuga Taisha main shrine from the north-facing platform》

11.  16:30 JR/Kintetsu Nara Station

Hotels

Fancy Hotels to stay at in Nara.

1. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

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JW Marriott Hotel Nara, the first luxury hotel to land in Japan, opens! Please spend a relaxing time surrounded by the beauty of Japan in Nara, an ancient city rich in nature. "JW Marriott Hotel" is a special hotel named after the founder of the Marriott Group, "John Willard Marriott". A global hotel brand that is passionate about delivering true luxury, has won numerous awards and is ranked among the highest in the Marriott group. In the vicinity of "JW Marriott Hotel Nara", which is located in the center of Nara, there are some of Japan's oldest cultural properties, including historic sites registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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2. Piazza Hotel Nara

3. Hotel Nikko Nara

 4-star hotel in the city center You can look forward to shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a hair salon at Hotel Nikko Nara. Indulge in a massage and thalassotherapy at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 onsite restaurants, which feature Japanese cuisine and more. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

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Low budged Hotels in Nara

1. Hotel Pagoda

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A clean and nice Hotel central in Nara it offers a close walking distance to many sightseeing spots and an incredible low price the value of the rooms in very good. The only cheaper option is staying in Osaka and taking the train over to Nara.

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2. Hotel Fine Garden Horai

A 20-minute drive from Nara Park, the Hotel Fine Garden Horai offers cosy rooms with a flat-screen TV console. The property provides free parking, and massages and treatments can be arranged at the 24-hour front desk. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the entire hotel.Guests can enjoy a long stay, since check-in time at Fine Garden is early, and check-out time is comfortably late. Luggage can be stored at the reception, and room service is available.The air-conditioned rooms feature a stylish, modern interior. Each beautifully designed room is equipped with a sofa, a fridge and an en suite bathroom with a spa bath. A DVD player and surround-sound speakers are attached to the TV.Horai Fine Garden Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Kintetsu Gakuenmae Train Station and a 15-minute drive from Yakushi-ji Temple.

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3. Piazza Hotel Nara

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Traditional Ryokan in Nara

1. Asukasou

3.5-star ryokan in the city center Asukasou provides amenities like an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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2. Tsukihitei

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3. Ryokan Hakuhou

Enjoy your visit to Nara with a stay at Ryokan Hakuhou. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and location. For the last Ryokan I choose a more affordable one but still has a real ryokan experience.

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Details of the Itinerary / Prices (12/12/2022)