Nara
TOURIST ITINERARY
Plan your visit
1 day itinerary
Morning:
Nara Park:
Start your trip by exploring Nara Park. See free-roaming sika deer, considered messengers of the gods.
Todai-ji Temple:
Continue to Todai-ji Temple, home to one of the largest Buddha statues in Japan. Explore the expansive temple complex.
Afternoon:
Kasuga Taisha:
Visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine, with its stone lantern paths leading to the temple.
Nara Deer Park:
Return to Nara Park to walk among the deer and enjoy the tranquility of the place.
Evening:
Naramachi:
End the day by exploring Naramachi, Nara's historic district. Stroll through the picturesque streets and visit the ancient houses.
2 days itinerary
Day 1:
Morning:
Nara Park:
Start your trip by exploring Nara Park. See free-roaming sika deer, considered messengers of the gods.
Todai-ji Temple:
Continue to Todai-ji Temple, home to one of the largest Buddha statues in Japan. Explore the expansive temple complex.
Afternoon:
Kasuga Taisha:
Visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine, with its stone lantern paths leading to the temple.
Nara Deer Park:
Return to Nara Park to walk among the deer and enjoy the tranquility of the place.
Evening:
Naramachi:
End the day by exploring Naramachi, Nara's historic district. Stroll through the picturesque streets and visit the ancient houses.
Day 2:
Morning:
Horyu-ji Temple:
Dedicate the morning to Horyu-ji Temple, one of the oldest temples in Japan and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Afternoon:
Yakushi-ji:
Continue with a visit to Yakushi-ji Temple, famous for its ancient wooden structures and surrounding garden.
Evening:
Night Lighting in Nara:
Return to Nara and enjoy the nighttime illumination of major sites such as Todai-ji and Kasuga Taisha.
3 days itinerary
Morning:
Nara Park:
Start your trip by exploring Nara Park. See free-roaming sika deer, considered messengers of the gods.
Todai-ji Temple:
Continue to Todai-ji Temple, home to one of the largest Buddha statues in Japan. Explore the expansive temple complex.
Afternoon:
Kasuga Taisha:
Visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine, with its stone lantern paths leading to the temple.
Nara Deer Park:
Return to Nara Park to walk among the deer and enjoy the tranquility of the place.
Evening:
Naramachi:
End the day by exploring Naramachi, Nara's historic district. Stroll through the picturesque streets and visit the ancient houses.
Day 2:
Morning:
Horyu-ji Temple:
Dedicate the morning to Horyu-ji Temple, one of the oldest temples in Japan and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Afternoon:
Yakushi-ji:
Continue with a visit to Yakushi-ji Temple, famous for its ancient wooden structures and surrounding garden.
Evening:
Night Lighting in Nara:
Return to Nara and enjoy the nighttime illumination of major sites such as Todai-ji and Kasuga Taisha.
Day 3:
Morning:
Toshodai-ji Temple:
Start your day with a visit to Toshodai-ji Temple, known for its large golden Buddha.
Afternoon:
Nara National Museum:
Continue with a visit to the Nara National Museum to delve into the history and culture of Nara through its art collections.
Evening:
Shopping in Sanjo-dori:
Conclude your trip by shopping in Sanjo-dori. You'll find shops selling souvenirs, local crafts and gastronomic delights.
This itinerary offers you a complete experience of Nara, from its thousand-year-old traditions to the beauty of its temples and gardens. Customize the itinerary based on your specific interests and preferences.