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Nara National Museum

630-8213
Rating
4.4(5,392)
Typical visit
2h · incl. ~10min queue
With kids
Suitable
Admission
< €10/pers

About

Museum specializing in Japanese Buddhist art, open since 1889.

Established in 1889, this national museum gathers a significant collection of sculptures, paintings, and objects related to Japanese Buddhism. The works span different historical periods. The building itself is worth noting for its architecture. Opt for a visit if you have an interest in religious art.

What we love

Architectural / AestheticIndoorLight (easy walking)Budget (<€10/pers)No booking neededHistoric / HeritageYear-roundSelf-guided visitWorldwide must-seeRegional must-seeMedium (1-2h)Peaceful / QuietEducational / EnrichingSpiritual / Meditative

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
09:30 – 17:00
Wednesday
09:30 – 17:00
Thursday
09:30 – 17:00
Friday
09:30 – 17:00
Saturday
09:30 – 17:00
Sunday
09:30 – 17:00

Location

50 Noboriōjichō, Nara, 630-8213, JaponDirections

Reviews

4.4
5,392 reviews

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Day trip

In Nara — visited as a day trip from Kyoto or Osaka.