Chuo

Osaka

Osaka Castle featuring a city
Osaka Castle showing a castle
Chuo
Chuo
Chuo

Popular places to visit

Dotonbori which includes central business district and outdoor art as well as a large group of people

Dotonbori

Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.

Dotonbori
Osaka Castle showing a castle

Osaka Castle

4.5/5(216 reviews)

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 Castle
Kuromon Ichiba Market

Kuromon Ichiba Market

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Follow scents of spices and smoked goods into the covered alleyway of this bustling food market. Its popularity with chefs has earned it the nickname Osaka’s Kitchen.

Kuromon Ichiba Market
Osaka Castle showing interior views as well as a small group of people

Osaka Castle Park

After visiting Osaka Castle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Osaka Castle Park
Namba Grand Kagetsu featuring street scenes, shopping and a city

Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater

4/5(2 reviews)

For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.

Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
Amerikamura

Amerikamura

3.5/5(6 reviews)

Once a warehouse district selling imported goods, this “American Village” is now a fashionable retail and entertainment area popular with young locals.

Amerikamura

Things to do

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

S$67
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch

From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch

S$81
per adult
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

S$92
per adult
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

S$18
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount
Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

S$54
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Kendo and samurai experience in Kyoto

Kendo and samurai experience in Kyoto

S$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kendo and samurai experience in Kyoto
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Top hotels in Chuo

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
3 out of 5
Nanba Chuou-ku 2-chome 3 -9, Osaka, Osaka
The price is S$167 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
S$167
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,103 reviews)
"Perfect location. Attention to details. Super clean."

Reviewed on 25 Jun, 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
3 out of 5
2-4-10, Minami-Senba, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room massages, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and value. Hotel is older and bathroom smells of sewage. It is clean though, just old; it might be due to ventilation issues. No smart tv."

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2025

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Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Namba Oriental Hotel
Namba Oriental Hotel
4 out of 5
2-8-17, Sennichi-Mae, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,115 reviews)
"Extremely good location near mamba station. Lots of food and shopping. Very walkable to major points of interest. Hotel is a bit out dated. I can recommend but won’t stay again myself."

Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2025

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Namba Oriental Hotel
Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi
Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi
3.5 out of 5
2-6-25 Minamisenba, Osaka, Osaka
The price is S$89 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$89
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (690 reviews)
"All the staff were really friendly and helpful. The location is great, 5-10 mins away from Shinsaibashi and underground stations. The room is very clean and they provide fresh towels everyday, even we didn’t put out the sign about making up the room."

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2025

Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi
Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba
Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba
3.5 out of 5
2-2-5 Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo, Osaka
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"GREAT location for food and night life! Very clean hotel with great amenities. I lost my necklace in the Sauna area and was able to get it from the front desk the next day! I really loved that!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2025

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Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
4 out of 5
4-2-3Hiranomachi, Osaka, Osaka
The price is S$252 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$252
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,235 reviews)
"We loved this hotel! We purchased rooms with lounge access…. Totally amazing!!! Breakfast cooked to ordered.. large buffet…. Great place to wrap up the day with a glass of bubbles and a few snacks!!! The location was great.. close to the metro, but very quiet and safe.. The staff was amazing.. highly ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
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Other neighbourhoods around Chuo

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Minamisenba

While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.

Minamisenba
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 Shopping Street and Mitsutera Temple.

Shinsaibashi
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Honmachi

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Honmachi
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Minami

4.5/5(27 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
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Nishishinsaibashi

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

Nishishinsaibashi
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Sennichimae

If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.

Sennichimae

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