Kitahama
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.
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.
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.
Tsutenkaku Tower
Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.
Things to do
Kyoto Shore Excursion from Osaka with Japanese Guide
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka
Top hotels in Kitahama
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Other neighbourhoods around Kitahama
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Chuo
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.
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).
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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Castle
- Arima Onsen
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Intex Osaka
- Nipponbashi
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Nara Park
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Umeda Sky Building
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Orix Theater
- Rokkosan Ski Area
- Osaka Station City
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Kobe Tower