Nara

A curated guide to Nara, Japan: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Nara Park 4.6★ (74,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Nigatsu-do 4.6★ (3,400 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Kasugataisha Shrine 4.5★ (15,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Nara National Museum 4.4★ (5,300 reviews) · National museum
  5. Ukimido Pavilion 4.4★ (1,600 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Isuien Garden and Neiraku Museum 4.5★ (1,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Kofukuji Temple National Treasure Museum 4.5★ (1,100 reviews) · Museum
  8. Todai-ji Museum 4.3★ (861 reviews) · Museum

Where to eat

  1. Gyumabushi Miyama 4.8★ (2,000 reviews) · Japanese
  2. ROKUMEI COFFEE CO. NARA 4.5★ (2,800 reviews) · Coffee shop
  3. CHAMI - Specialty Coffee Roaster - Nara, JAPAN 4.7★ (1,700 reviews) · Coffee store
  4. Conce 4.8★ (1,300 reviews) · Cafe
  5. Maguro Koya 4.5★ (1,400 reviews) · Japanese
  6. Mizuya Chaya 4.6★ (1,200 reviews) · Japanese
  7. aka tombo coffee 4.9★ (543 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. NORR coffee roasters 4.9★ (442 reviews) · Cafe

Where to drink

  1. Infinity 5.0★ (351 reviews) · Bar
  2. Cafe&Bar Garage 4.9★ (351 reviews) · Bar
  3. LAMP BAR 4.6★ (601 reviews) · Bar
  4. Ripple 5.0★ (124 reviews) · Bar
  5. Cocktail Good History 5.0★ (120 reviews) · Cocktail bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Nara?

With 17 notable sights and 15 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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