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
Kyocera Dome Osaka is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Osaka. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices 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.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Things to do
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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.
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 Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Arima Onsen
- Spa World
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nipponbashi
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Orix Theater
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Osaka Station City
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
- Abeno Harukas
- Kobe Tower