Visit Nara Park with over 1,000 deers
Nara, Japan • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Apr, Jul, Aug
9°C – 19°C, mild and comfortable, high crowds, peak season
9°C – 19°C, mild and comfortable, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Open park, mostly flat and paved, benches and ramps available.
Open park, mostly flat and paved, benches and ramps available.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry, but costs for crackers and temples.
Free entry, but costs for crackers and temples.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Magical Moments
Couples found the park a perfect romantic getaway. Deer encounters were delightful and memorable.
Scenic Strolls
Visitors loved the peaceful atmosphere, especially when exploring beyond the main entrance.
Charming Deer
Couples enjoyed feeding the deer and the unique experience. It was a highlight of the trip!
Aggressive Deer
Some couples found the deer too pushy and persistent, which disrupted the tranquil atmosphere.
Overcrowded Weekends
Travelers felt weekends were too crowded. It took away from the intimate experience.
Food Costs
Couples felt the cost of deer crackers added up, making the experience less budget-friendly.
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:00 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
December
MEDIUM
2-11°C
Early winter brings cool, dry weather and clear skies; occasional frost, but rarely snow.
Early winter brings cool, dry weather and clear skies; occasional frost, but rarely snow.
Open
No major restrictions; park remains open, though daylight hours are shorter.
No major restrictions; park remains open, though daylight hours are shorter.
Recommended
December is quieter and colder, offering a relaxed atmosphere to see the famous deer, with fewer tourists.
December is quieter and colder, offering a relaxed atmosphere to see the famous deer, with fewer tourists.
January
LOW
0-8°C
Cold and generally dry, occasional light rain or snow. Clear skies are common.
Cold and generally dry, occasional light rain or snow. Clear skies are common.
Open
No major restrictions. Park is open year-round.
No major restrictions. Park is open year-round.
Recommended
Nara Park is open and the deer are active. The cold weather means you should dress warmly, but the lower crowds make for a peaceful visit.
Nara Park is open and the deer are active. The cold weather means you should dress warmly, but the lower crowds make for a peaceful visit.
February
LOW
1-9°C
Still cold, with slightly increasing rainfall. Occasional light snow possible.
Still cold, with slightly increasing rainfall. Occasional light snow possible.
Open
No major restrictions. Park is open year-round.
No major restrictions. Park is open year-round.
Recommended
Winter conditions persist, but the park and deer are accessible. Good for avoiding crowds.
Winter conditions persist, but the park and deer are accessible. Good for avoiding crowds.
March
MEDIUM
4-13°C
Cool and gradually warming. Early signs of spring. Rain is more frequent.
Cool and gradually warming. Early signs of spring. Rain is more frequent.
Open
No major restrictions. Park is open year-round.
No major restrictions. Park is open year-round.
Recommended
A pleasant time as the park starts to bloom. More visitors arrive toward the end of the month.
A pleasant time as the park starts to bloom. More visitors arrive toward the end of the month.
How to get there
Train
Recommended
Bike
Bus
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
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