Nara: Choose Your Start Spot Food & Bar Hopping Tour

Duration2h

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LanguagesJapanese, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable evening adventure through Nara, where history meets vibrant nightlife. This guided food and bar-hopping experience lets you choose your preferred starting area within Nara City—such as Kintetsu Nara, JR Nara, Shin-Omiya, or Yamato-Saidaiji—then explore the city’s lively night scene with a local guide.

You will visit two carefully selected venues, enjoying drinks and local bites along the way. The tour also includes food and drink expenses of up to JPY 1,500 per stop (JPY 3,000 total), so you can relax and enjoy the experience with ease. As you stroll through different neighborhoods, you’ll discover a charming mix of traditional izakayas and contemporary bars, each offering its own unique atmosphere and character.

With your friendly guide acting as a bridge between you and local bar owners, you can enjoy the night without worrying about language barriers. Every stop reveals a new side of Nara—making this the perfect way to savor the city after dark.

Options

JR Nara Start

JR Nara Start
Starting point:
Nara Station Police Box, 1-chōme-1-70 Ōmiyachō, Nara, 630-8115, Japan

Yamato-Saidaiji Start

Yamato-Saidaiji Start
Starting point:
Saidaiji Police Box, 1-25 Saidaiji Minamimachi, Nara, 631-0824, Japan

Kintetsu Nara Start

Kintetsu Nara Start
Starting point:
Statue of Gyoki-bosatsu, 27 Higashimuki Nakamachi, Nara, 630-8215, Japan

Shin-Omiya Start

What's included

Visit 2 local venues (bars/izakaya)
¥1500 of food and drinks at each bar (¥3000 total included)
Choice of starting area: Kintetsu Nara / JR Nara / Shin-Omiya / Yamato-Saidaiji
English and Japanese Guides

Private transportation
Food and drink expenses exceeding the included amount

What to expect

Nara
2h

Dive into the enchanting night scene of Nara, a city rich in history and hidden local gems. This guided bar-hopping experience lets you choose your preferred starting area within Nara City—such as Kintetsu Nara, JR Nara, Shin-Omiya, or Yamato-Saidaiji—and explore the lively evening atmosphere with a knowledgeable local guide.

Nara blends old-world charm with modern energy, where traditional izakayas sit alongside contemporary bars. As you stroll through different neighborhoods, you’ll discover a variety of local spots and enjoy drinks and bites in carefully selected venues, each with its own character.

With your guide acting as a friendly bridge between you and local bar owners, you can relax and enjoy the night without worrying about language barriers. It’s a fun way to experience the real Nara after dark—one drink, one stop, and one memorable moment at a time.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you select the Yamato-Saidaiji Station start option, the meeting point is in front of the Nara Police Station Saidaiji Police Box. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign—please check the map for details.

Meeting point

If you select the JR Nara Station start option, the meeting point is in front of the Nara Police Station Nara Ekimae Police Box. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign—please check the map for details.

Meeting point

If you select the Shin-Omiya Station start option, the meeting point is in front of the Nara Police Station Shin-Omiya Ekimae Police Box. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign—please check the map for details.

Meeting point

If you select the Kintetsu Nara Station start option, the meeting point is in front of the Gyoki Bosatsu statue at Kintetsu Nara Station. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign—please check the map for details.

End point

If you select the Yamato-Saidaiji Station start option, the meeting point is in front of the Nara Police Station Saidaiji Police Box. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign—please check the map for details.

End point

If you select the JR Nara Station start option, the meeting point is in front of the Nara Police Station Nara Ekimae Police Box. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign—please check the map for details.

End point

If you select the Shin-Omiya Station start option, the meeting point is in front of the Nara Police Station Shin-Omiya Ekimae Police Box. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign—please check the map for details.

End point

If you select the Kintetsu Nara Station start option, the meeting point is in front of the Gyoki Bosatsu statue at Kintetsu Nara Station. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign—please check the map for details.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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