Things to do in Ikaruga

Activities, attractions and tours

Ikaruga
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Tours & day trips

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Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour

Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
Price is HK$436 per traveller
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Private & custom tours

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Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure

Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$3,812 per traveller*
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Classes & workshops

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Kyoto: Table-Style Tea Ceremony at a Kyo-Machiya

Kyoto: Table-Style Tea Ceremony at a Kyo-Machiya

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$312 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine

E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$583 per adult
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What to do in Ikaruga

Popular places to visit

Horyu-ji Temple

Horyu-ji Temple

After visiting Horyu-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Horyu-ji Temple
Horyuji I Center

Horyuji I Center

Enjoy an outing to Horyuji I Center during your stay in Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Horyuji I Center
Chuguji Temple

Chuguji Temple

Chuguji Temple is just one of the places to see in Ikaruga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Chuguji Temple
Hokiji Temple

Hokiji Temple

After visiting Hokiji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ikaruga. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Hokiji Temple
Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center

Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center during your trip to Ikaruga. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center
Tatsuta Shrine

Tatsuta Shrine

Tatsuta Shrine is just one of the places to see in Ikaruga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

Tatsuta Shrine

Kichidenji Temple

After visiting Kichidenji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Kichidenji Temple

Areas of Ikaruga

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Tatsuta

Though Tatsuta may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nara Kenko Land and Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center.

Tatsuta
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Sango

Ikoma

Ikoma

Frequently asked questions

Is Ikaruga worth visiting?
Ikaruga offers an interesting mix of attractions, culture and local charm. Whether you're into nature, history or traditional cuisine, there's a lot here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Ikaruga?
When you've checked off leading attractions like Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore, spend some time exploring the retail and food scene in Ikaruga.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ikaruga?
Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore is ranked the top tourist attraction near Ikaruga, so don't leave without paying it a visit.
Is three days enough to stay in Ikaruga?
With a three-day break in Ikaruga, it'll be easy to visit the area's many fabulous sights, such as Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore and Matsuo-dera Temple.
Is Ikaruga a walkable neighbourhood?
You'll find Ikaruga easy to navigate on foot, with unmissable sights like Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore and Matsuo-dera Temple both within walking distance. Well-known neighbourhoods like Ikoma District and Kitakatsuragi District are also located only 3 kilometres and 5 kilometres from the centre of Ikaruga, so you can easily extend your adventure — no wheels required.
What are some activities to do in Ikaruga with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes all the difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Ikaruga with kids.

What to do in Ikaruga for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or thrill seeker, there are loads of things to do in Ikaruga for adults including Yamatoji Heguri Road Station.
Are there free things to do in Ikaruga?
It's easy to find free things to do in Ikaruga. Just ask a local tour guide and they'll tell you about places and activities you can enjoy at no charge. An excellent free option for your itinerary is Chuguji Temple.