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 Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
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.
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.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount
Top hotels in Esaka
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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 Osaka Shiki Theater. 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 Osaka Shiki Theater. 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.
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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Osaka Castle
- Arima Onsen
- Intex Osaka
- Nipponbashi
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Osaka Station City
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Umeda Sky Building
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Orix Theater
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Abeno Harukas
- Kobe Tower