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Nara Park, Nara

4.5
#1 of 653 in Wildlife in Japan
Must see · Wildlife Area · Park
Take a stroll among verdant trees and peaceful shrines of Nara Park, established in 1880. The park shelters relatively tame herds of sika deer, free to roam the lawns and gardens at will. Wander through groves of willows and cherry trees to spot picturesque ponds and admire numerous temples sprinkled throughout the park. The deer, although friendly, occasionally exhibit aggressive behavior in the presence of food--if you wish to feed them, purchase some rice crackers and keep your snacks away from their sight. PutNara Park into our Nara trip builder tool and find out what's close by, where to stay, and where to head next.
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Tours to Nara Park

FROM $159 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Trip - Golden Pavilion and Todai-ji Temple from Kyoto
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Duration: 11 hours
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FROM $188 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Trip - Golden Pavilion and Todai-ji Temple from Osaka
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FROM $83 BOOK WITH VIATOR Nara Afternoon Tour - Todaiji Temple and Deer Park from Kyoto
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  • By Lance_Kerwin
    Nara Park is a very beautifull park with an abundance of reindeers. I've been here many times and it is a must to visit. Especially during autumn season.  more »
  • By RLTM1988
    It’s really beautiful park in Nara prefecture. In side the park you can see so many deers. And park is specious. And there is also big Buddhist temple which temple was made but biggest trees that’s...  more »
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  • By Anna Dang
    I thought it would be overrated but it was incredibly fun especially if you’re the type of person who enjoys a walk. The walk is long, scenic and filled with hungry deer. They’re everywhere ... I recommend walking all the way to the temple at the end.
  • By Stefan Vutov
    🦌 🦌 Deer everywhere! So many of them just walking around you. You can touch them and take pics with them. You can also buy food and feed them. Amazing experience! Would definitely recommend coming out here to see them.
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