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Top destinations in Nara Prefecture

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Tenri

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Where to stay in Nara Prefecture

Find the best Nara Prefecture areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Naramachi

Unique features of Naramachi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Nara City Museum of Photography or Nara Park while you're exploring the area.

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Kōriyama

If you're spending some time in Kōriyama, Koriyama Castle and Hakomotokan Konya Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Imaicho

Travellers like the historical sites in Imaicho, and Imai Machiya Hall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hashimoto

While Hashimoto isn't home to many top sights, Kashihara Insectarium and Asuka Historical Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Tatsuta

Though Tatsuta may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Horyuji I Center and Nara Kenko Land.

Top hotels in Nara Prefecture

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
€53
7 Aug - 8 Aug
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,569 reviews)
"They charge you 2000 yen to use the pool 😐 and 3500 to use the gym"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
€105
23 Aug - 24 Aug
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,706 reviews)
"Incredibly small room. Great photography tricks used on the website to make the room seem large enough but was very cramped. Beds and pillows were very uncomfortable. Breakfast had plenty of variety but the quality was not there. I know Japan’s coffee is different than the west but the I have seen ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

2-13 Souemoncho Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
€32
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori
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Where should I stay in Nara Prefecture?
You can't beat Nara. Popular sights, like Todaiji Temple and Nara Park, will keep you entertained in this lively city.
What are the top hotels in Nara Prefecture?
When it comes to hotels in Nara, Hotel Nikko Nara and Nara Hotel are among the favourites. If you're spending time in Yoshino, Hotel Pagoda and APA Hotel Kintetsunara-Ekimae will make you feel at home.
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Stay near popular Nara Prefecture attractions

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Nara Park

9.0/10 (4,050 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Nara Park, a lovely green space in Nara. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.
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Todaiji Temple

9.2/10 (2,261 reviews)
Todaiji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
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Tamaki Shrine

9.2/10 (11 reviews)
Tamaki Shrine is just one of the places to see in Totsukawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
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Mount Yoshino

9.0/10 (12 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Yoshino during your travels in Yoshino. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
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Soni Highlands

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Soni Highlands during your travels in Soni-mura. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
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Kasuga Shrine

9.0/10 (660 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Nara with a trip to Kasuga Shrine. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.
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What to do in Nara Prefecture

Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount

€11
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Osaka Kyoto Kinkaku-ji Kiyomizu-dera Temple Sannenzaka and Uji

Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji

€43
per adult
Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

€11
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
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