Nagoya: Best & Hidden Gems Private Guided Tour

5.0 (13 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Feel its sacred atmosphere — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Step back in time 400 years with a visit to Nagoya Castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Nagoya’s highlights in just 6 hours with a knowledgeable and friendly local guide.

This tour is the most efficient way for first-time visitors to cover many of the city’s major highlights. Travel like a local using Japan’s famously clean and punctual public transportation!

Cruise ship guests are welcome — our guides will ensure you return to the port strictly on time.

The itinerary is just a model — we’ll always tailor it to suit your pace and interests.

-Just come ready to have once in a lifetime adventure !

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: NihonCrafties

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pick up and drop off
Included: English-speaking local guide

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Admission fees for the facilities
Not included: Transportation fees

Itinerary

Atsutajingu

one hour

Stroll through the lush forested area and experience the tranquil atmosphere of one of Japan’s most important Shinto shrines. Also you can learn the proper way how to pray at Shinto Shrines from your guide. If you wish, you can enter Kusanagi-kan and hold real Japanese sword in your hands! (Extra JYP500 needed)
Nagoya Castle

1 h 30 min Admission included

In Nagoya Castle, you can experience a variety of attractions and historical sites that highlight the rich Samurai cultural heritage of Japan. Honmaru Palace: showcasing Japanese architecture and exquisite interior decorations.
Oasis 21

Passing by

Located in the heart of Nagoya, Oasis 21 is a futuristic multi-purpose complex that combines shopping, dining, and entertainment with stunning architectural design.　

the "Spaceship-Aqua," is a large glass roof filled with water, offering beautiful reflections during the day and an enchanting illuminated view at night. Visitors can walk along the rooftop pathway for panoramic views of Nagoya, including the nearby Nagoya TV Tower.
Hisaya-odori Park

30 min

Breathe in the charm of Nagoya as you walk through sleek Hisaya Odori Park, with the city’s iconic Chubu Mirai Tower watching over.
Osu Shopping Street

1 h 30 min

Take a walk through Osu, a vibrant local shopping district with more than 1,200 stores—full of energy, flavor, and surprises.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Prizm
Hotel Forza Nagoya Sakae
TIAD, Autograph Collection
Nikko Style Nagoya
Red Planet Nishiki Nagoya
Hotel Crystal Gate Nagoya - Adult Only
Kuretake Inn Premium Meieki Minami
Compass Hotel Nagoya
Grand Base Nagoya Ekinishi
APA Hotel Nagoya Ekimae Kita
APA Hotel Nagoya Sakae Kita

and 202 more pickup points

The Guide is holding the name board with your name on it.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.