Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Nara travel guide

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You're Going to Love Nara

With a population of 367,353, Nara is the largest city in Nara Prefecture, Japan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 8 days in order to fully appreciate everything Nara has to offer.

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When to visit Nara

Nara in June
Estimated hotel price
₹ 9099
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nara in June
Estimated hotel price
₹ 9099
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Nara

Plane

Although Nara doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Osaka All airports (OSA), which is located 19 miles from Nara. The shortest flight to Nara from India departs from Chennai and takes around 15h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Nara is to pick up a car hire from Osaka, which is about 19 miles from Nara. You’ll find branches of Yesaway and HM Rent a Car, among others, in Osaka.

Plane

Although Nara doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Osaka All airports (OSA), which is located 19 miles from Nara. The shortest flight to Nara from India departs from Chennai and takes around 15h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Nara is to pick up a car hire from Osaka, which is about 19 miles from Nara. You’ll find branches of Yesaway and HM Rent a Car, among others, in Osaka.

Airports near Nara

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NGONagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Airlines serving Nara

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,456 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,387 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,784 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,044 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
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Where to stay in Nara

Average rates range from around ₹ 9,595 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 27,102 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include bnb+ Sarasa Nara - Hostel and Tenpyo Ryokan.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nara

Most booked hotels in Nara

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Centurion Hotel Classic Nara
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,796+
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Hotel Nikko Nara
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,074+
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Smile Hotel Nara
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
₹ 2,467+
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Hiring a car in Nara

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Nara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,230 and ₹ 1,640. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Nara, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Nara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,230 and ₹ 1,640. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Nara, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.