Private Tour

Relax in Nara: Deer Park, Todai-ji Temple and Merchants' Town

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Nara city is rapidly gaining popularity as a tourist destination. As the capital of Japan in the 8th century, it can offer a variety of old temples and shrines, but also the charm of its former merchants’ quarter with quaint old houses serving as shops or restaurants. In this tour we will visit the biggest and most famous temple and shrine dating back to the 8th century as well as the old townscape.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Kasuga Grand Shrine

The large and peaceful forest around Kasuga Grand Shrine is very relaxing, and it is fun observing the deer peeking from behind the many stone lanterns. The vermillion of the shrine pillars and the green of the surrounding forest make a great combination. The numerous lanterns hanging from the shrine eaves are a great spot to take a picture.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Nara Park

Although they can be seen anywhere in Nara, the area around Todaiji Temple is where you can definitely meet with the famous Nara deer. They can be fed with special deer crackers, but don't forget that these are semi-wild animals. Your guide can also tell you why there are so many free-roaming deer in Nara.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Bus fares in Nara city, entrance fee to Todaiji Temple, Shaved Ice Dessert or Sake Tasting

Lunch

Options

Starting from JR Nara station

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun Family Activity
NFca,,Jan 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Enjoyed Nara deer park in the early morning before all the visitors arrived. Around 10am on our visit there were a lot of visitors arriving. Easy to walk amongst and feed the many roaming deer. Some get rather aggressive if they see you have food. I recommend discreetly feeding to smaller sized groups. Other than small monetary fee for deer food, the park and walking around the deer is free. The Buddha statue was on the edge of the park and worth the moderate admission fee. Very large Buddha on the well maintained site.
Great Day
Alyssa H,,Feb 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide was very informative and we loved the deer park and all the temples. The whole experience was well worth the time and money.
Love Nara Deer Park
TravelBlogAR,,Jul 16, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nara Deer Park is a must do experience in Japan. Simply lovely to see the beautiful deer roaming around freely in the park and streets.
Nara
lydhanus,,May 20, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour of Nara was as promised. Relaxing pace with beautiful sights to see. Our guide was great. She was very engaging and provided a lot of information at each location. Of course, feeding the deer was fun.
Beautiful Nara !!
Debbie P,,Apr 14, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Had a fabulous day at the Deer Park and walk around Nara. Lovely guide Noriko was very friendly and informative Recommend.