Nara Half Day Trip Walking Tour
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Nara Half Day Trip Walking Tour
By Magical Trip - Osaka
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Ages 0-100, max of 7 per group
Duration: 5h
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Live guide: English
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- Entrance fee for all of the temples and shrines we are visiting.
- One packet of cracker to feed a deer
- Lunch (Vegan menu available)
- Entry/Admission - Todai-ji Temple
- Entry/Admission - Kasuga Grand Shrine
- Entry/Admission - Naramachi
What's not included- Extra food & drinks on the street (Available for purchase)
- Start:
- 行基菩薩像, 27 Higashimuki Nakamachi, Nara, 630-8215, JapanIn front of the Gyoki Bosatsu statue near Exit 2 or East Exist of Kintetsu Nara Station. Please don’t go JR Nara station, you need to be at Kintetsu Nara Station. It takes 10 minutes to get to Kintetsu Nara station from JR Nara station.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 63670P36- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- We are unable to accommodate gluten-free requests for this tour.
- Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
- For any dietary request, please request in advance (by the day before). We are unable to accept any request on the day of the tour.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 63670P36
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- 27 Higashimuki Nakamachi, Nara, 630-8215, JapanIn front of the Gyoki Bosatsu statue near Exit 2 or East Exist of Kintetsu Nara Station. Please don’t go JR Nara station, you need to be at Kintetsu Nara Station. It takes 10 minutes to get to Kintetsu Nara station from JR Nara station.
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- Amy H0 contributionsPerfect host, perfect tourYusuke was wonderful! He was charming and fun, we learned so much and had a fantastic time with him. Would recommend to anyone!!Written 15 March 2025
- 614franzh0 contributionsNice TourIt was a great tour with lots of delicious food and very interesting impressions Thank you so much ……………………………………………….Written 14 March 2025
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- FWC780 contributionsDefinitely worth doing.What a beautiful way to explore Osaka. Duncan was very friendly and informative. Definitely would love to join any other tours that Duncan runs.Written 13 March 2025
- Cruiser491047363670 contributionsMust do tour!Tour was great lots of detail. Appreciated all the spots and it was fun all around. Noz did a really great job managing our larger group.Written 13 March 2025
- Nirav-P60 contributionsOsaka food tour Kuromon MarketYusuke was a wonderful tour guide and very accommodating. Was flexible for my vegetarian daughter and with food options for everyone. Highly recommended!Written 13 March 2025
- 674parkerc0 contributionsFun walking tourFantastic walking tour with Noz!! We visited many fun places and learned much about Osaka and the rich cultural history behind the fish market and shopping areasWritten 13 March 2025
- natalienQ3661YR0 contributionsGreat experience!Noz was a great guide around Osaka, we got to try many interesting foods and see many points of interest. She was accommodating as people saw things they wanted to learn more about and always willing to share more information.Written 13 March 2025
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- rochelled3370 contributionsLocal reccos for Osaka Foodie SpotdHad the best time wandering in and out of foodie spots with Aika. She went above and beyond to give us local recommendations and ensure we didn't miss out on anything. She was incredibly chill and personable. We were lucky to have her guide us through temples, shrines, dinner, drinks, and dessert!Written 12 March 2025
- 394priscillan0 contributionsAmazing experience with Meg!Absolutely amazing experience with Meg! We visited places we shouldn’t have visited on our own and enjoyed it so much! Meg is really kind and told a lot about the food and Japanese culture. Thank you!!Written 12 March 2025
- Connector3687510 contributionsIzakaya tourHad a drink tour in osaka with Megumi. So much fun. Tried various drinks - from Japanese beer, sake, to whiskey. Good food and drinks. Fun.Written 12 March 2025
- Stephanie S0 contributionsGreat food, excellent guideNaru was very friendly and knowledgeable. I had a lot of fun exploring with him and hope to see him again on my future tours!Written 12 March 2025
- Maciej P0 contributionsA very personal and complete experienceWe had a great experience with our host Chia. She helped us choose some grocery-souvenirs and then took us to the studio which was a really nice place. The cooking class itself was great, Chia was warm and great to talk to both on a personal level and as a teacher of all things Japanese. We had lots of interesting drink options to choose from during the class too, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The dishes turned out great and we had a nice meal. Chia herself was definitely the highlight of the whole thingWritten 11 March 2025
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BMK
Arlington, VA21 contributions
Sept 2024 • Solo
Absolutely fantastic walking tour with our guide Nobu. The group only had three people, which was lovely and Nobu is the prefect guide. I felt like family by the end of the tour.
We went to two main sights, where Nobu explained in detail what you were seeing and why it mattered - so much better then going on your own or reading a guide book. She knew and shared all the hidden sights at each spot too. And a few other smaller sights. Nobu was able to answer any question asked (and some were detailed), always with a smile. The absolute perfect tour guide.
The booking fee includes admission to the two temples at lunch, which was at an old Japanese house serving Japanese/French cuisine. I didn't eat any of the main dishes on the fixed menu (I am very picky eater) but the restaurant was incredibly accommodating and made a lovely special dish for me.
This tour was the absolute best way to see Nara, I highly recommend booking and going to this amazing city. And even better hope you get Nobu as your guide.
We went to two main sights, where Nobu explained in detail what you were seeing and why it mattered - so much better then going on your own or reading a guide book. She knew and shared all the hidden sights at each spot too. And a few other smaller sights. Nobu was able to answer any question asked (and some were detailed), always with a smile. The absolute perfect tour guide.
The booking fee includes admission to the two temples at lunch, which was at an old Japanese house serving Japanese/French cuisine. I didn't eat any of the main dishes on the fixed menu (I am very picky eater) but the restaurant was incredibly accommodating and made a lovely special dish for me.
This tour was the absolute best way to see Nara, I highly recommend booking and going to this amazing city. And even better hope you get Nobu as your guide.
Written 18 October 2024
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Jane H
Wakefield, UK139 contributions
Great small group tour with our guide Shin , the weather wasn't great but still enjoyed this tour it included plenty of time to feed the deer. (My husband's favourite part) and all the temples . Lunch was a traditional Japanese meal in a private room which was delicious
Shin was a great guide who gave us lots of information and took pictures all through the day he also took us to a secret spot on the roof of a government building to get a Birdseye view of where we had walked
Would defo recommend
Shin was a great guide who gave us lots of information and took pictures all through the day he also took us to a secret spot on the roof of a government building to get a Birdseye view of where we had walked
Would defo recommend
Written 14 May 2024
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weikmann bernhard
Vienna, Austria35 contributions
Aug 2023
Visiting Nara for just half a day is definitely a mistake. Enjoying the old streets alone, lingering in the shops, sitting in a restaurant, all of that takes time. Feeding the sika deer is great fun, even if these animals are extremely pushy. The price of the food for 200 yen is OK.
Be careful, the males can be quite aggressive if they don't get enough. The Buddha statue is impressive and at least when we were there in August it wasn't that crowded.
A guided tour can be quite nice, we visited Nara on our own and... that's a good thing.
Be careful, the males can be quite aggressive if they don't get enough. The Buddha statue is impressive and at least when we were there in August it wasn't that crowded.
A guided tour can be quite nice, we visited Nara on our own and... that's a good thing.
Written 19 August 2023
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UKJon73
Datchet, UK100 contributions
Had a fantastic time in the beautiful city of Nara. Peco was an excellent guide - knowledgeable, entertaining and an absolute pleasure to spend time with. The tour visited Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine and of course we spent some time with the deer! A packet of crackers to feed the deer is provided on the tour and if you want to give the deer some more treats (which I did!) you can always buy additional packets from the shops or traders on the street for only 200 Yen. Food for the humans is also provided - we had a delicious traditional Japanese meal in a restaurant. All in all, it was an excellent tour, highly recommended
Written 21 September 2024
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Audrey K
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Mar 2024 • Friends
Hiroko was the best! Meet up location instructions were crystal clear and Hiroko found us right away. She is a masterful conversationalist and infinitely knowledgeable about Nara. We felt very well taken care of and never felt rushed at any location. Lunch was at an authentic hole in the wall restaurant that we would have never been able to find on our own. It included elements that Nara is well known for and delicious sweets as well. We HIGHLY recommend this tour as Nara has rich history that may be a lot to research on your own. Hiroko is clearly passionate about this subject matter and never had issues answering follow up questions we had. Hiroko also was able to leave us with many recommendations for things to do in Nara as we stayed in the city about four additional hours after the tour was over. Thank you Magical Trip for making our trip to Nara so memorable!
Written 13 March 2024
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Jacqueline P
2 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
I highly recommend this tour in order to see the most important historical buildings of the old capital of Japan . The Deer Park is particularly enchanting, and the great Buddha hall is impressive. Our guide was very patient and friendly. I probably would have liked a little bit more explanation maybe via headphones. At the same time he was very knowledgable and explained things when we asked questions. it was very helpful to have somebody guide us , buy the tickets and the organized lunch was very nice. Nara historic tour represents more what I would consider to be a typical Japanese cultural experience. It is very tranquil and relaxing so certainly at this time of year. Overall, a must see part of any Japan trip.
Written 17 November 2024
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lzubat
Chicago, IL4 contributions
Yuuki and Eri were absolutely phenomenal guides! Their kindness and thoughtfulness made our experience unforgettable. They went above and beyond by taking us to secret spots we never would have found on our own, sharing fascinating historical facts and fun tidbits about the park along the way. Their passion and knowledge truly brought the tour to life, making every moment engaging and enjoyable. Yuuki and Eri's warmth and attentiveness ensured everyone in the group felt welcomed and cared for. This tour was hands down one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Highly recommend experiencing their expertise—you won’t regret it!
Written 6 January 2025
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Pioneer31780931837
6 contributions
Jan 2025 • Solo
I took this tour with Eri as the guide and had a great time. We went to all places with amazing views of Nara, learned about the history of Nara, as well as got to interact with lots of deer. Eri is very knowledgeable, friendly, and knows all the great spots for sweets, crafts unique to Nara, and more. The lunch included on the tour was delicious! Overall, I had a great time learning about Nara and exploring the town. If you're in Nara and are looking for a great way to learn about the culture and history - I highly recommend this tour! Eri also took lots of great pictures as we went through the different spots on the itinerary.
Written 7 January 2025
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Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great time with Eri in Nara. Eri is definitely passionate about sharing Nara’s unique culture, and we’re so glad she was able to show you some special spots for sweets, crafts, and more. Thank you for recommending the tour—your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
Written 8 January 2025
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Eri
Hiroshima, Japan2 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
Excellent tour around the Nara heritage sites, temples and Shurine s. It was very insightful, enjoyable and interesting. Peco was a fantastic tour guide who knew lots about the surrounding areas, history and was very passionate with her work and also very friendly. She speaks very fluently English, in addition her presentation was so great 👍 Highly recommend.
Written 5 November 2024
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Masae C
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Jul 2024 • Family
Our guide, Shin was amazing! A great tour guide really can turn a rainy day into a full day of fun. He took us to all the famous landmarks of Nara and taught us about the religion and culture. We had so much fun seeing the deers (did you know they vow before getting treats?!?!)
We stopped at a restaurant for lunch where my family tried traditional Japanese cuisine which I’d thought they’d never try if I tried to convince. Shin said to them “Try now and complain later!” Well, they all loved the meal. The tour was interactive and personal. A highly recommended for those who’s there for the first time with tight schedule. If you can request a guide then go with Shin!
We stopped at a restaurant for lunch where my family tried traditional Japanese cuisine which I’d thought they’d never try if I tried to convince. Shin said to them “Try now and complain later!” Well, they all loved the meal. The tour was interactive and personal. A highly recommended for those who’s there for the first time with tight schedule. If you can request a guide then go with Shin!
Written 18 July 2024
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Is there a similar tour to this but on the afternoon?
Written 5 October 2019
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