Nara Park, A paradise where deer roam free and nature meets history

469, Zoshicho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture 630-8211, Japan, Nara Park
Both Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga-taisha Shrine are located in the park
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Introduction

Encounter a fairy tale of deer and cherry blossoms, Nara Park is famous for its approximately 1,200 free-roaming deer. On the vast land area of 660 hectares, various cherry blossom trees, mainly including Yae-zakura, are planted.

Must-go rating

Must go
67%
Worth going
33%

Transportation

100%
Self-driving
There is a parking lot
Free parking
Expensive parking fees
Address
469, Zoshicho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture 630-8211, Japan, Nara Park
Opening hours
24-hour operation
Transportation
It takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes to travel from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station via the JR Shinkansen. Taking the Kintetsu Kyoto Line express from Kyoto Station to Kintetsu Nara Station takes about 40 minutes. Taking the Kintetsu Namba-Nara Line express from Kintetsu Namba Station to Kintetsu Nara Station takes about 35 minutes.