Nara Park
Park · Nara, Kyoto

Nara Park

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Nara Park covers a wide area east of central Nara. Deer roam freely throughout and accept special crackers sold at stalls. Todai-ji temple inside the park houses a large bronze Buddha statue.

On day 6 of Kyoto: One Week

Good to know

Tickets
Entry to the park is free.
Time needed
Two to three hours.
Best time
Early morning to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Take the train from Kyoto Station to Nara Station, then walk 15 minutes.

Itineraries with Nara Park

Day 6 of Kyoto: One Week

Nara

How Nara Park fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Tōdai-jiNara
  2. 11:30Nara ParkNara
  3. 13:30Kasuga-taishaNara
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Nara Park questions

Can you feed the deer?

Yes. Special deer crackers are sold at stalls inside the park.

Is Nara Park near Kyoto?

Nara Park is in Nara city, about 45 minutes by train from Kyoto.

Are there temples in the park?

Todai-ji temple with its giant Buddha is located inside Nara Park.

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