Private Full-day Nagoya City Tour

Discover Nagoya, Japan's fourth-largest city, on this engaging full-day private tour! Journey through centuries of architectural and cultural treasures while learning about local history and traditions. With its unique balance between the old and the new, you can reveal hidden gems often missed by the regular tourist at one of the country’s most interesting urban centers.

From incredible monuments to cutting-edge technology, get exposed to the best of Japan on a guided walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide in Nagoya. Explore the Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train line, shop around downtown areas, immerse yourself in hundreds of years of history at well-preserved castles, ancient temples and shrines – everything that has earned Nagoya a strong reputation as one of Japan's top travel destinations! 

This unforgettable private full-day city tour is sure to leave you with memories that last for a lifetime. For those wanting to experience Japanese culture at its fullest – this private day tour is not to be missed!

On this tour, our experienced guide will give you an introduction to the highlights of the Nagoya Castle, showcasing its stunning architecture and cultural heritage. From there, you'll journey through Sakae downtown area, where you'll get to experience some of Japan's best shopping, food, art and culture. To top it all off, take a walk around the Osu district and explore its narrow alleyways. 

The combination of these attractions will ensure that by the end of this private tour you have seen the very best that Nagoya has to offer and gained a better understanding into Japanese culture. 

Itinerary

8:50 AM - Meet at  the Nagoya Station's Tourism Information Center. Duration: 10 minutes

9:00 AM - Take the subway to Nagoya Castle. Duration: 45 minutes

9:45 AM - See Nagoya Castle, a wonderful masterpiece of Japanese medieval architecture, that is famous for its golden roof ornaments and unique scroll paintings inside the recently renovated main palace. After strolling around the spacious castle complex, you will take the subway to Nagoya's heart, the Sakae district. Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes

11:00 AM - Explore Sakae's downtown area and visit the futuristic-looking landmark Oasis 21 where you will find plenty of restaurants and shops. Have lunch and taste delicious local specialties. See Nagoya TV Tower before taking the subway to your next destination. Duration: 2 hours

13:00 PM - Go to Osu Shopping District and enter various local shops along the roof-covered arcade, including green tea shops, pachinko parlors, maid cafes, and pop-culture shops. You will also visit the splendid Osu Kannon Temple that stands at the end of the arcade. Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

‍15:30 PM- End of the tour.

Key Takeaways

The tour is a full-day private tour that covers some of the city's top attractions.

The tour is led by an experienced guide who provides insight into the local history and culture.

The tour includes visits to Nagoya Castle, Sakae downtown area, Oasis 21, Nagoya TV Tower, and the Osu Shopping District, including the Osu Kannon Temple.

The tour starts at Nagoya Station's Tourism Information Center and ends at the Osu Shopping District.

The tour includes transportation to and from the attractions.

Gratuities and tips are not included in the tour price and are at the discretion of the guest.

The tour cancellation policy involves a 50% cancellation fee if canceled between 6 and 3 days before the tour date and a 100% cancellation fee if canceled within 2 days of the tour date or for no-shows.

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