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Home/Destinations/Nara/Nara from Kyoto
From Kyoto · Nara itinerary

Nara from Kyoto: The Best Itinerary

Nara is an easy day trip from Kyoto. Here is how to do it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1From Kyoto
  2. 2Deer park
  3. 3Todai-ji
  4. 4Kasuga

From Kyoto

An easy guided day trip.

The deer park

Meet the bowing deer.

Todai-ji

The giant Great Buddha.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Nara — prices per person.

Kyoto Private Car Tours - Optional Nara or Osaka Add-Ons
Kyoto
Kyoto Private Car Tours - Optional Nara or Osaka Add-Ons
5.0(74)·8–9 hours
from$205/ person
via Viator
Perfect Nara Park Half-Day Bus Tour with English Speaking Guide
Nara
Perfect Nara Park Half-Day Bus Tour with English Speaking Guide
5.0(78)·4 hours
from$65/ person
via Viator
Private Nara Tour and Sake Tasting (Departing from Kyoto/Nara)
Nara
Private Nara Tour and Sake Tasting (Departing from Kyoto/Nara)
5.0(61)·4–6 hours
from$162/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option
Kyoto
Kyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option
5.0(34)·8 hours
from$453/ person
via Viator
Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
−29%
Nara
Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
5.0(22)·5 hours
from$154$220/ person
via Viator
Interactive Geisha Experience in Nara
Nara
Interactive Geisha Experience in Nara
5.0(20)·2 hours
from$360/ person
via Viator
Nara Day Trip from Osaka: Customized Tour, Licensed Guide
Osaka
Nara Day Trip from Osaka: Customized Tour, Licensed Guide
5.0(14)·8 hours
from$198/ person
via Viator
Discover Ancient Nara: Private Car Tour from Kyoto or Osaka
Nara
Discover Ancient Nara: Private Car Tour from Kyoto or Osaka
5.0(65)·8 hours
from$711/ person
via Viator

Nara from Kyoto — FAQ

How far is Nara from Kyoto?
About 45 minutes by train.
What do Kyoto day tours include?
The deer park, Todai-ji and Kasuga shrine.
Can you combine Nara and Kyoto?
Yes — some tours pair both in one day.

Explore more in Nara

Deer ParkTodai-ji TempleKasuga ShrineFrom KyotoFrom Osaka