What to do in Nagoya

Activities, attractions and tours

Nagoya Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Nagoya has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Nagoya is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Nagoya to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Nagoya Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Nagoya.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Nagoya attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Top places to visit

1. Narita Omotesando

Narita Omotesando is a quaint and rustic street bordered by traditional Japanese buildings and charming stores. Floral displays, lanterns and market stalls paint a picture of old-world Narita. Wander along the street with your family and sample some of the local specialties from food vendors.
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Narita Omotesando

2. Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple is a large Buddhist temple complex, a place where prayers and rituals are performed daily. The sacred site dates back to the 10th century and is home to several buildings including a three-story pagoda, prayer halls and elaborately carved gates.
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Naritasan Shinshoji Temple showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and a square or plaza

3. Narita Wholesale Market

The Narita Wholesale Market is the beating heart of the town, where you’ll find a range of fresh produce and souvenirs. Its stalls are packed with exotic fish and locally grown fruits and vegetables. Get a sense of the local customs and culinary tastes by spending the afternoon in this lively complex.
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Narita Wholesale Market

4. Naritasan Park

Relax and enjoy nature in the attractive surrounds of Naritasan Park. The large garden covers more than 40 acres (16 hectares) and encompasses three lakes, a temple, cherry blossoms and plum trees.
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Naritasan Park featuring a temple or place of worship, a garden and heritage architecture

5. Taiheiyo Club Narita Course

The Taiheiyo Club Narita Course is a golf complex on a picturesque expanse of undulating grounds and water features. Devised by the grand slam winner Gary Player, the course and its 18 holes run through a varied landscape of marshes, groves and plains. Enjoy the absolute serenity between the swaying trees and sand bunkers of this unspoiled setting.
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What to do in Nagoya

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Narita featuring markets and street scenes

Narita Omotesando

5/5(1 review)

Winding through the city, this street offers a glimpse and taste of old Japan, from temples and gardens to zodiac sculptures and freshwater eel dishes.

Narita Omotesando
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple featuring religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Explore a 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple complex and attend a fire ritual performed in honor of an important Buddhist deity.

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple
Narita Wholesale Market

Narita Wholesale Market

Watch the tuna auction and cutting before the sun comes up and explore the selection of rare and unusual fish available from the stalls.

Narita Wholesale Market
Naritasan Park showing a park

Naritasan Park

5/5(6 reviews)

Delight in the bright colors of cherry blossom trees that surround the lakes, shrines and paths of this picturesque park.

Naritasan Park
Taiheiyo Club Narita Course featuring landscape views and golf

Taiheiyo Club Narita Course

With a majestic clubhouse and stunning topography of ponds, forests and leafy hills, this golf center has an exclusive and glamorous atmosphere.

Taiheiyo Club Narita Course
Sakura-no-Yama Hill showing views and aircraft as well as a small group of people

Sakura-no-Yama Hill

Learn about the local history of Narita when you take a trip to Sakura-no-Yama Hill. Add the area's temples or shops to your travel plans.

Sakura-no-Yama Hill
Narita Tourist Pavilion

Narita Tourist Pavilion

As the epicenter of activity on the iconic Narita Omotesando street, this elegant museum serves a tea ceremony and teaches visitors about the area.

Narita Tourist Pavilion
Narita Yokan Museum

Narita Yokan Museum

Have a fun and informative visit in this two-story museum, exploring the origins of NAGOMI-YONEYA, one of Japan’s most iconic dessert brands.

Narita Yokan Museum
Naritasan Calligraphy Museum

Naritasan Calligraphy Museum

Find out how Japanese handwriting has evolved over the centuries via the many works of calligraphy and rubbings and short films on the art form.

Naritasan Calligraphy Museum

 

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Narita Tourist Pavilion showing heritage elements

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Frequently asked questions

Is Nagoya worth visiting?
Nagoya offers an interesting mix of attractions, culture and local charm. Whether you're into history, nature or local cuisine, there are many things you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Nagoya?
After you've visited major attractions like Narita Dream Dairy Farm, spend some time discovering the food and retail options in Nagoya.
What is the top tourist attraction in Nagoya?
Plan a day at Narita Dream Dairy Farm and discover why it's ranked as the top tourist attraction near Nagoya.
Is three days enough to stay in Nagoya?
Three days in Nagoya is enough time to experience the nearby highlights. Many travellers love Narita Dream Dairy Farm and Ryoshoin Namekawa Kannon Temple, so why not visit them when you're in the area?
Is Nagoya a walkable neighbourhood?
It all comes down to what you're planning to see in and around Nagoya. Several sights, including Narita Dream Dairy Farm, are reachable on foot. Up for a stroll through other neighbourhoods nearby? Namekawa is 2 kilometres from the centre of Nagoya.
What are some activities to do in Nagoya with kids?
Planning what to do in Nagoya with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're vacationing with little ones or teenagers, there are lots of family-friendly sights and activities to keep them busy here.

What to do in Nagoya for adults?
From local cuisine and cultural highlights to thrilling excursions and one-of-a-kind experiences, there's no shortage of exciting things to do in Nagoya for adults.
Are there free things to do in Nagoya?
You won't have to look far to find free things to do in Nagoya. Just ask a local tour guide and they'll have great suggestions for attractions and places you can experience at zero cost. One free option for your list is Friendly Park Shimofusa.