09:00 - 10:50110 minAttraction
Toshodai-ji
13-46 Gojōchō, Nara, 630-8032
Buddhist temple complex known for its 8th-century Golden Hall, acknowledged as a national treasure.
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Nara — Classic City Break in 2 Days
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Starter 2-day Nara itinerary with clustered routing, paced dwell times, and realistic travel legs.
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Walk (under walking limit) · 11 min · 870 m
11:01 - 11:5655 minAttraction
Yakushi-ji
457 Nishinokyōchō, Nara, 630-8563
Originally built in 680, this Buddhist landmark was once one of the Seven Great Temples in Nara.
Drive (over walking limit) · 10 min · 2.8 km
12:06 - 14:06120 minMuseum
Heijō Palace Site Historical Park
3-chōme-5-1 Nijōōjiminami, Nara, 630-8012
Reconstruction of the 8th-century imperial palace that once stood on this site.
Walk (under walking limit) · 11 min · 830 m
14:17 - 15:1255 minAttraction
NARA KINGYO MUSEUM
〒630-8012 Nara, Nijōōjiminami, 1-chōme−3−１ ミ・ナーラ ４F
Various species of goldfish & goldfish-themed artworks in elaborate displays designed for selfies.
Drive (over walking limit) · 11 min · 3.0 km
15:23 - 16:0845 minPoint Of Interest
Tsubai Market
Tsubaicho, Nara, 630-8343, Japan
Tsubai Market is a Shopping in Nara.
Drive (over walking limit) · 11 min · 3.0 km
16:19 - 17:0950 minZoo
Nara Ikimono Museum
1-chōme-3-3-1 Nijōōjiminami, Nara, 630-8012, Japan
Nara Ikimono Museum is an Attraction in Nara.
09:00 - 10:45105 minAttraction
Tōdai-ji
406-1 Zōshichō, Nara, 630-8587
Buddhist temple originally built in the mid-700s, with one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues.
Walk (under walking limit) · 5 min · 350 m
10:50 - 11:5565 minMuseum
Todai-ji Museum
〒630-8208 Nara, Suimonchō, １００ 東大寺総合文化センター内
Storied & imposing temple with exhibits on its history, Buddha statues & extensive gardens.
Walk (under walking limit) · 3 min · 220 m
11:58 - 13:38100 minMuseum
Isuien Garden and Neiraku Museum
74 Suimonchō, Nara, 630-8208
Sizable collection of ancient Chinese bronze wares, mirrors & seals, along with Korean pottery.
Walk (under walking limit) · 4 min · 280 m
13:42 - 14:3755 minAttraction
Nandaimon Gate
406-1 Zōshichō, Nara, 630-8211
Massive wooden temple gate completed in 1203, with a double-tier roof & 2 guardian statues.
Walk (under walking limit) · 5 min · 330 m
14:42 - 15:1735 minNature
Nara Park
Nara, Japan
Landscaped, public park with ancient temples & the Nara National Museum of art, plus tame deer.
Walk (under walking limit) · 7 min · 540 m
15:24 - 16:2460 minAttraction
Nigatsu-do Todai-ji
406-1 Zōshichō, Nara, 630-8211
Hilltop hall, part of Tōdai-ji Buddhist temple, with sweeping views of Nara from its balcony.