Information about Nara

Information about Nara helps you turn a trip of whirlwind sightseeing into a holiday experience that you’ll never forget, with tips on how to get around, climate and culture. Nara has many annual cultural events, so you may want to time your visit for them. These include Omizutori, the water-drawing festival in early spring, and the Shōsō-in exhibition every autumn. Spring and autumn are the best times to visit, with good weather and stunning views like the cherry blossoms in April and brilliant foliage in October.

Nara has a well-developed public transport system, and you can get discounted tickets and a JR Pass for unlimited usage. You can also use a bicycle hire to get around. You can get more information about all the goings-on at any of the many tourist information centres throughout town.