NARA Visitor Center & Inn: Your Gateway to Nara's Wonders
Explore Nara's ancient temples, serene gardens, and friendly deer from this centrally located visitor center and inn.
The NARA Visitor Center & Inn is located in the heart of Nara, a short walk from major attractions like Kofuku-ji Temple, Naramachi, and Nara Park. It serves as a central hub for tourists, offering travel resources, information in multiple languages, and cultural experiences. The Inn provides comfortable accommodations and a convenient base for exploring the city.
A brief summary to NARA Visitor Center & Inn
- 3 Ikenocho, Nara, Ikenocho, Nara, 630-8361, JP
- +81742-81-8585
- Visit website
Local tips
- Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and comfortable lounge area to plan your Nara itinerary.
- Check the visitor center's schedule for cultural activities like tea ceremonies and calligraphy lessons.
- Store your luggage at the center to explore Nara hands-free.
- Purchase a Nara Bus Pass at the center for cost-effective travel around the city.
- Ask the multilingual staff for recommendations on local restaurants and hidden gems.
Getting There
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Walking
From Kintetsu Nara Station, exit and walk east towards Sarusawa Pond. The NARA Visitor Center & Inn is located right next to the pond, a 5-6 minute walk. From JR Nara Station, walk east for about 15-20 minutes towards Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Park; the Visitor Center & Inn will be near Sarusawa Pond. Walking is free.
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Public Transport
From JR Nara Station, take a Nara Kotsu bus to Kintetsu Nara Station area. Alight near Sarusawa Pond. The NARA Visitor Center & Inn is a short walk from there. A single bus fare is approximately ¥250. Alternatively, from Nara-shi, Japan, one can take the Nara Gurutto Bus from 奈良市庁前 B3 to 県庁前・奈良公園バスターミナル B6. Tickets cost ¥100 and the journey takes 11 min.
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Taxi
Taxis are available at both JR Nara Station and Kintetsu Nara Station. A short taxi ride from either station to the NARA Visitor Center & Inn will cost approximately ¥700-¥900. Taxis can be hailed from the street, look for the red sign in the window (空車）which means the taxi is vacant for hire.
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