Tennoji Travel Guide

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Tennoji

Popular places to visit

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Tennoji Zoo

See African big cats roam a re-created savannah, Asian monkeys in trees and elephants at play in this informative and historic zoo in the centre of Osaka.

Tennoji Zoo
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Shitennoji Temple

Find a quiet place of reflection and tranquility at this historic Buddhist temple, which has traditional pagodas and a garden filled with turtles.

Shitennoji Temple
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Tennoji Park

This park is the green heart of central Osaka, complete with expansive lawns, charming rose archways, Japanese heritage sites and peaceful ponds.

Tennoji Park
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Isshinji Temple

You can find out about the history of Osaka with a trip to Isshinji Temple. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.

Isshinji Temple
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Keitakuen Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Keitakuen Garden, a lovely green space in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Keitakuen Garden
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Shitenno-ji Temple

You can find out about the history of Osaka when you stop by Shitenno-ji Temple. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Shitenno-ji Temple

Activities

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Osaka: Private Workshop on Traditional Japanese Ceramics

NZ$132
Per adult
Osaka: Private Workshop on Traditional Japanese Ceramics
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2 Hours Private Painting of Ceramics in Osaka

NZ$110
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2 Hours Private Painting of Ceramics in Osaka
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Immerse in Judo Martial Arts Class from Japan

NZ$110
Per adult
Immerse in Judo Martial Arts Class from Japan
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2 Hours Private Guided Walking Tour in Osaka

NZ$44
Per adult
2 Hours Private Guided Walking Tour in Osaka
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3 Hours Izakaya Hopping in Ura Tennoji

NZ$330
Per adult
3 Hours Izakaya Hopping in Ura Tennoji
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Osaka: Private Ceramic Painting Workshop

NZ$121
Per adult
Osaka: Private Ceramic Painting Workshop
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Our pick of the best Tennoji Hotel Deals

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Osaka Uehonmachi
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Osaka Uehonmachi
3 out of 5
6-7-5 Uehonmachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is NZ$85 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
NZ$85
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Popular attractions Nipponbashi and Dotonbori are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent location. Excellent staff."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2024

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Osaka Uehonmachi
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
4 out of 5
6-1-55 Uehommachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is NZ$266 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$266
per night
28 May - 29 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The food and service at the buffet breakfast was excellent."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel
Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1-1-43 Abeno-suji, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is NZ$549 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
NZ$549
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"It was a very special experience in Osaka. The Miyako Hotel was a very great hotel. It gave me a very great view. If I visit Osaka again, I will definitely stay again. I would like to recommend it to everyone. In particular, I would like to thank the employees saaya and Yuina Nagata (Housekeeping ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN ABENO TENNOJI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN ABENO TENNOJI
3 out of 5
1-1-7 Asahi-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$92 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$92
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN ABENO TENNOJI
Miyako City Osaka Tennoji
Miyako City Osaka Tennoji
4 out of 5
1-2-8, Matsusaki-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is NZ$115 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$115
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the spacious rooms and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel room was clean but outdated. The items inside the room were good. It would be great if there were also English breakfast tea bags as well. The sheets looked clean and crisp. I wish there were more English language channels on TV. Not sure why during checkin the hotel got a copy of our passports? ..."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Miyako City Osaka Tennoji
Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji
Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji
3 out of 5
1 1 7 Sanno Nishinari-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is NZ$96 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$96
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (567 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay and we thought the hotel was fabulous. Reception staff were very nice to us (we ate foreigners), the amenities were very clean, and we recommend the substantial hotel breakfast as affordable and delicious. Thank you Toyoko Inn Abeno Tennoji!"

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji
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Other neighbourhoods around Tennoji

Namba featuring a city

Namba

4.5/5(291 area reviews)

Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).

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Minami

4/5(20 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.

Minami
Satsumasendai showing shopping as well as a large group of people

Nishishinsaibashi

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nishishinsaibashi
Shinsaibashi which includes street scenes

Shinsaibashi

Travellers to Shinsaibashi praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Shinsaibashi-suji and Tombori River Walk.

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Naniwa

4.5/5(89 area reviews)

Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.

Naniwa
Osaka Castle featuring a city

Chuo

4.5/5(71 area reviews)

Chuo is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Osaka Castle. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Sakaisuji-hommachi Station or Matsuyamachi Station.

Chuo

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