1 Day Osaka to Nara: escape to find peace with temple & deer

Scale Osaka Castle’s historic heights, meet Nara’s serene deer, marvel at Todaiji’s majesty, then wander through Shinsaibashi’s shopping whispers to Dotonbori’s culinary symphony.
In the morning, our professional driver will meet you at the door of your hotel to start your journey.

Osaka is known for its unique culture, food and shopping experience. We will take you to explore this vibrant and charming city.

First we will head to Osaka's iconic attraction, Osaka Castle Park. Here you can climb to the towering Tenshukaku and feel the changes of history. The Sakura blossoms in the park are also one of the most beautiful sights of Osaka Castle in spring.

If it is Sakura blossom season, we will go to the Sakura Blossom Avenue of the General Bureau of Japan Minting Bureau and participate in the flower viewing activities.

If you can't catch the Sakura blossom season, don’t worry, we will head to Umeda Sky Building, which has an exquisite Kuchu Teien Observatory, from which you can have a wonderful view of the entire city of Osaka.

After lunch, we will leave for Nara.

Nara, an ancient capital full of historical charm and natural beauty, is one of the three ancient capitals of Japan and an important birthplace of Japanese history and culture. During the Nara period, it was the political and cultural center of Japan, leaving a rich historical heritage.

We will head to Todaiji Temple, the largest wooden building in the world, which houses a magnificent bronze Buddha statue. Incredibly, it took almost all of Japan's bronze reserves at the time to create this 15-meter-high bronze Buddha.

Next to Todaiji Temple, is Nara's iconic attraction, Nara Park, which is a paradise of nature and the home of Nara deer. Walking in the park, you can see herds of deer leisurely walking in the grass, they are docile and cute, close to people. Buy a packet of deer cakes, interact with these lovely creatures, and feel in harmony with nature.

Finally, we will return to Osaka for the end of the journey, the exciting time, shopping and food. Shinsaibashi is the busiest shopping district in Osaka, with many large department stores, specialty stores and cosmeceuticals. Whether you're looking for fashion trends or traditional handicrafts, there's something for you here. Shinsaibashi is within walking distance of Dotonbori, the culinary paradise of Osaka, Osaka was known as the "kitchen of Japan" and home to many restaurants and food stalls. Here you can taste the famous Takoyaki, Osaka Yaki and Sushi. At night, the neon lights on the both side of Dotonbori street are fascinating.

Our trip will also end here, and we hope you will have a good memory.

Osaka and Nara also have many wonderful attractions, if you want to explore other places, we will be in touch after the booking.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.