The lively area of Nara awaits your stay
Come and experience Nara and its temples, monuments and musicals. Renowned for its gardens, hiking and parks, this city welcomes all visitors. Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Nara
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that Nara has to offer. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Spa World (17.2 mi / 27.7 km)
- Nara Kenko Land (6.4 mi / 10.4 km)
- Hirakata Park (12.6 mi / 20.3 km)
- Kyoto Racecourse (15.9 mi / 25.6 km)
- Tennoji Zoo (17 mi / 27.4 km)
- Taihei-no-yu Namba Bathhouse (17.5 mi / 28.1 km)
Exploring the natural features in Nara
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Nara is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Isui-en Garden (1.8 mi / 3 km)
- Mount Wakakusa (2.8 mi / 4.5 km)
- Kasugayama Hill Primeval Forest (3.3 mi / 5.3 km)
- Nara Park (3.3 mi / 5.3 km)
- Kamikata Onsen Ikkyu (10.4 mi / 16.8 km)
- Tsurumi-Ryokuchi Park (13.3 mi / 21.4 km)
Transport to and around Nara
The nearest airport is in Osaka (ITM-Itami), located 21.9 mi (35.3 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Kobe (UKB), which is 32.7 mi (52.7 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Shin-Omiya Station, Nara Station and Kintetsu-Nara Station are the main stations in the city.