Nagoya Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Nagoya
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
Atsuta Shrine showing a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture
Nagoya
Nagoya

Admire luxury cars, explore historic sites, enjoy a massage overlooking the city or shop for some of Japan’s biggest brands in this bustling metropolis.

Japan’s fourth-largest city, Nagoya, is sophisticated and modern, yet steeped in history. Today, the city is home to almost 3 million residents and attracts visitors for its shopping, luxury hotels and fascinating historical sites.

Visit Nagoya Castle to see the historic heart of the city. Damaged by fire during World War II, the castle has been meticulously restored and is one of the city’s most popular attractions.

Visit Nagoya in spring and be met by bursts of color as cherry blossoms begin to bloom. Bring a picnic to one of Nagoya’s parks and join in the traditional Japanese pastime of hanami, where crowds gather to enjoy the day beneath the flowers. Heiwa Park is one of the most famous places for hanami.

The modern center of Nagoya resides above Nagoya Station, the city’s main train station and the largest railroad complex in the world. The JR Central Towers above the station are home to some of the best shopping in town, as well as luxury hotels and two viewing decks, complete with bars and day spa facilities.

Enjoy a day in the outskirts of Nagoya. Catch the train to the nearby Toyota Automobile Museum to see classic car models from one of the biggest manufacturers in Japan, as well as luxury European and American cars.

Pay your respects at one of the most sacred sites in Japan, the Atsuta Shrine, a 15-minute train ride from Nagoya Station. Surrounded by woodland, this is a great place to unwind after a day in the city.

Sample Nagoya’s famous cuisine and try a plate of hitsumabushi (grilled eel). Served in a wooden bowl with broth and rice, the dish is an authentic dining experience.

Nagoya is located in central Japan. Fly into Nagoya International Airport or arrive by high-speed train, which takes 35 minutes from Kyoto or 1 hour 20 minutes from Tokyo. When you step out Nagoya Station, you’ll be in the city center, right beneath JR Central Towers.

Where to stay in Nagoya

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Nagoya City Centre

4.5/5(89 area reviews)

Museums, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Nagoya City Centre. Make a stop by JTB Sunrise Center Central Japan or Nagoya City Science Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fushimi Station or Marunouchi Station to get around town.

Nagoya City Centre
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Sakae

Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Sunshine Sakae or Matsuzakaya Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.

Sakae
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Centrair

5/5(8 area reviews)

Though Centrair may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flight of Dreams and Aeon Mall Tokoname.

Centrair
Nagoya City Art Museum as well as an individual female

Naka Ward

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Naka Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Matsuzakaya Museum, and catch the metro at Yabacho Station or Sakae Station to see more of the area.

Naka Ward
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Meieki

While you're in Meieki, take in top sights like Midland Square or Winc Aichi, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Meitetsu Nagoya Station or Kokusai Center Station.

Meieki
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Nakamura

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Nakamura. If sightseeing is on the list, Midland Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Nakamura Nisseki Station or Nakamura Koen Station to see more of the area.

Nakamura
Prince Smart Inn Nagoya Sakae

Prince Smart Inn Nagoya Sakae

3.5 out of 5
2-11-32 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
The price is ₹3,218 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹3,218
₹3,540 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Osu Shopping District and Nagoya Castle ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (217 reviews)
"Great hotel, 10 mins walk from the main station!"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Prince Smart Inn Nagoya Sakae
DEL style NAGOYA-NAYABASHI by Daiwa Roynet Hotel

DEL style NAGOYA-NAYABASHI by Daiwa Roynet Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1-2-27 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice, modern hotel, family friendly."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

DEL style NAGOYA-NAYABASHI by Daiwa Roynet Hotel
Nagoya Tokyu Hotel

Nagoya Tokyu Hotel

4.5 out of 5
4-6-8 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi-ken
The price is ₹7,450 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹7,450
₹9,260 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,754 reviews)
Very please!
"This hotel is really good at a very reasonable price. The staff is very friendly and the rooms are good size and clean. Definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Nagoya Tokyu Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
GOLD STAY NAGOYA OSU

GOLD STAY NAGOYA OSU

4.5 out of 5
1-chome-4-35 Tachibana Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Osu Shopping District and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Perfect hotel, cool neighborhood"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

GOLD STAY NAGOYA OSU
GOLDSTAY SAKAE

GOLDSTAY SAKAE

4.5 out of 5
4-chome-9-22 Sakae Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Osu Shopping District and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
Staff goes above and beyond
"The staff went above and beyond in helping in all sorts of things! The front desk staff were fantastic and I would come back again!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

GOLDSTAY SAKAE
GRAND BASE Nagoya Ekinishi

GRAND BASE Nagoya Ekinishi

3 out of 5
22-10 Takebashicho Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, slippers and climate control. Popular attractions Osu Shopping District and Nagoya Castle are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (54 reviews)
"It is within walking distance from Nagoya JR station, it is closer to walk to subway station so very convenient to travel around. The place itself is spacious and very clean. The bathroom is with clothes drying function, it basically heat up the whole bathroom including the area with the laundry ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

GRAND BASE Nagoya Ekinishi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Nagoya

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Grab your money and looking for Japanese food in the city then shopping

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

A lot of tourist spots in Nagoya And there are too many road blocks

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It’s a nice city. It’s not like Tokyo, not like Osaka. it’s Nagoya way.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Many place for kids

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nagoya is quiet and peaceful in the day, perfect time to explore and see the often overlooked city and sights. At night, its much noisier and busier, but when compared to Shibuya or Dotonobori, Nagoya Nightlife is a dream.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Having only a limited time in Nagoya, after vis, the Nagoya castle, we took t, and city bus tour around all the sights visited, without getting off, just to see what they looked like. The bus also had a helpful video displaying more information.

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