Nara National Museum
Nara, Japan • INR 21374.6 approx.• 
Must Do
Must DoNara, Japan
• INR 21374.6Must Do
Best months to visit
Apr, May, Oct
8°C – 19°C, mild and pleasant spring weather, occasional showers, high crowds, peak season
8°C – 19°C, mild and pleasant spring weather, occasional showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair and mobility scooter accessible; elevators and ramps provided.
Wheelchair and mobility scooter accessible; elevators and ramps provided.
Value for money
Medium
Admission is affordable, but special exhibits add up.
Admission is affordable, but special exhibits add up.
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Serene Atmosphere
Couples found the museum's setting in Nara Park incredibly peaceful and romantic.
Buddhist Artifacts
Travelers raved about the impressive collection of Buddhist art, perfect for couples.
Easy Access
Visitors appreciated the easy walk from Kintetsu Nara Station for a convenient visit.
Pricey Exhibitions
Some couples felt the special exhibition fees were a bit expensive for a day out.
Crowded Spaces
Travelers noted that popular exhibitions could get crowded, impacting the experience.
Limited Time
Couples felt the museum's closing time of 5 PM limited their exploration time.
Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
1-10°C
Still cold with slightly more precipitation. Occasional rain, rare snow.
Still cold with slightly more precipitation. Occasional rain, rare snow.
Open
Closed Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday). Open on public holidays.
Closed Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday). Open on public holidays.
Not recommended
February is cold and quiet. The museum is open except for regular closure days. Some free admission days may occur in early February.
February is cold and quiet. The museum is open except for regular closure days. Some free admission days may occur in early February.
March
MEDIUM
4-13°C
Becoming milder, with increased rainfall as spring approaches.
Becoming milder, with increased rainfall as spring approaches.
Open
Closed Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday).
Closed Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday).
Recommended
March sees improving weather and more visitors, especially towards the end of the month. Museum access is generally good.
March sees improving weather and more visitors, especially towards the end of the month. Museum access is generally good.
April
HIGH
8-19°C
Mild and pleasant spring weather, occasional showers. Cherry blossoms in bloom.
Mild and pleasant spring weather, occasional showers. Cherry blossoms in bloom.
Open
Closed Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday).
Closed Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday).
Recommended
April is a popular month due to cherry blossoms and mild weather. Expect high visitor numbers, but museum remains accessible.
April is a popular month due to cherry blossoms and mild weather. Expect high visitor numbers, but museum remains accessible.
May
MEDIUM
13-24°C
Mild and pleasant temperatures, moderate humidity, and relatively low chance of rain make May a comfortable month for visiting.
Mild and pleasant temperatures, moderate humidity, and relatively low chance of rain make May a comfortable month for visiting.
Open
Closed Mondays (except public holidays); open daily during Golden Week; accessible by foot or bus from major Nara stations.
Closed Mondays (except public holidays); open daily during Golden Week; accessible by foot or bus from major Nara stations.
Recommended
May is a popular and recommended month to visit due to comfortable weather and vibrant park scenery, though expect higher prices and moderate crowds during holidays.
May is a popular and recommended month to visit due to comfortable weather and vibrant park scenery, though expect higher prices and moderate crowds during holidays.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Car
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
