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A traditional Japanese castle surrounded by lush greenery and a pond with a pagoda. 1
A yellow boat with passengers on a canal in a busy urban area with tall buildings and advertisements. 2
A modern building with a unique geometric design, featuring a central vertical element and a patterned facade. 3
A bustling street with colorful signs and a prominent tower in the background. 4
An escalator in a modern building with a curved, glass-walled corridor. 5
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$646 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • With the flexibility to choose your departure time and itinerary, this tour is perfect for those who want to explore specific locations at a more leisurely pace, or for those who want to explore at a family-friendly pace.
    Enjoy a personalised experience on this private tour.
    Explore hidden spots and local alleyways that tourists won't find.
    Enjoy a private tour with hotel pickup and drop-off.
    Capture unforgettable memories at some of the most Instagrammable photo spots.

Activity location

  • Osaka Castle Park
    • 1 Osakajo
    • 540-0002, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Osaka Castle Park
    • 1 Osakajo
    • 540-0002, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

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Chartered Vehicle(1-9 people)

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • Japanese

Driver: The driver speaks Japanese, can communicate in basic English, and can use WhatsApp in English.
Toyota Hiace
No tour guide: The driver will not accompany you into the scenic area.
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$646.07 x 1 TravellerNZ$646.07
Total
Price is NZ$646.07
Until Tue, 22 Sept

Private Charter -English Guide

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

English-speaking tour guide: An English-speaking tour guide will accompany you throughout the trip.
Payment is required for the guide's ticket.

Toyota Alphard or Toyota Hiace: A dedicated car and driver will be available to serve you throughout the entire trip.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$946.82 x 1 TravellerNZ$946.82
Total
Price is NZ$946.82
Until Tue, 22 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Fuel surcharge
  • Inclusions
    highway toll
  • Inclusions
    Parking Fees
  • Exclusions
    Tickets for attractions must be purchased separately.
  • Exclusions
    Snacks

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Osaka Castle Park

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Admission fees are not included and must be purchased separately. Osaka Castle Park: Free Osaka Castle Museum: Adults: 1,200 yen per person, University and High School Students: 600 yen per person (proof required), Junior High School Students and younger: Free

Umeda Sky Building

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Admission fees are not included and must be purchased separately. Adults: 2,000 yen per person, Children aged 4-12: 500 yen per person The main attraction of Umeda Sky Building is the Floating Garden Observatory, which offers a 360-degree view of Osaka's cityscape from 173 metres above ground. The observation deck can be accessed by a see-through escalator that makes it seem as if you're floating in the air. From there, you can enjoy the transition from evening to night views, and especially in February and October, the view of the sun setting over the middle of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Admission fees are not included and must be purchased separately. Regular Prices: Adults: ¥2,700 per person, Children (elementary and junior high school students): ¥1,400 per person, Infants (3 years and older): ¥700 Adult prices are subject to change.

Tsutenkaku

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Admission fees are not included and must be purchased separately. Observation Deck Fees: Adults (15 years and older): 1,200 yen per person; Children (5-14 years old): 600 yen per person Tsutenkaku's highlights are the observation deck, attractions, Billiken, and the surrounding scenery. The observation deck offers a panoramic view of Osaka's cityscape, and the views from the "Golden Observatory" and "TIP THE TSUTENKAKU," where you can see through to your feet, are particularly popular. Attractions include the "TOWER SLIDER," where you can slide down the tower, and the "WALK," where you can try out some athletic activities. Another feature of the tower is that there are multiple "Billiken," beloved as the god of good fortune, inside. The vibrant shopping streets and giant hoardings of the surrounding "Shinsekai" are also highlights worth seeing along with Tsutenkaku.

Dotombori Glico Sign

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Highlights of Dotonbori include visiting the Glico neon sign and giant neon signs like Kani Doraku, taking a Dotonbori River cruise, taking photos at Ebisu Bridge, visiting cultural facilities such as the Osaka Shochikuza and the Kamigata Ukiyo-e Museum, and sampling many of the city's signature dishes, including takoyaki and okonomiyaki. The streets are especially beautiful at night with their brightly lit streets, and a boat tour of Dotonbori is also recommended (tickets required).

Location

Activity location

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    Osaka Castle Park
    • 1 Osakajo
    • 540-0002, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Osaka Castle Park
    • 1 Osakajo
    • 540-0002, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

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