Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka Castle
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Intex Osaka
During your trip, find out what's happening in Intex Osaka, a top convention centre in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour
Osaka's Best and Brightest by Private Vehicle
Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)
From Osaka: Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen 1-Day Tour
From Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara Golden Route Full-Day Bus Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Esaka
Yodogawa
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Yodogawa. Spend some time visiting top spots like Juso-Ekimae Shopping Street, and catch the metro at Kanzakigawa Station or Nishinakajima-Minamigata Station to see more of the area.
Kita
Travellers love Kita for its popular shops, and you can see more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.
Kyobashi
The shopping, restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Kyobashi. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Osaka Castle or Osaka-jō Hall.
Fukushima
Fukushima is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Nodahanshin Station or Noda Station (Hanshin) to explore sights like Osaka Central Wholesale Market.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Orix Theater
- Umeda Sky Building
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Mount Rokko
- Kobe Harborland
- Meriken Park
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Kobe University
- Kobe Animal Kingdom
- Tennoji Zoo
- Osaka International Convention Center