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Nara: Choose Your Start Spot Food & Bar Hopping Tour

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Nara: Choose Your Start Spot Food & Bar Hopping Tour

About this activity

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.

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

Not included

  • ✕Private transportation
  • ✕Food and drink expenses exceeding the included amount

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Good to know

  • 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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