Otemae
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Osaka Museum of History
You can study the exhibits at Osaka Museum of History, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka 6hr Private Walking Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Otemae
DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle
Clean, great view!, great location
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Perfect location to and from Kansai airport! Easy reach to many restaurants in the area! Check out time is a little early (10am?), most hotel check out is 11am in USA!
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Pros: Location. Very close to train stations. The entrance is literally outside the hotel and it connects to the namba walk which is an underground pathway to get to other stations and shops. Cons: No laundry facilities in the hotel. No safe in the room to store belongings. Staff does not fill out ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great location with river view . Spacious room
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
The spa is amazing!
Reviewed on 13 Mar, 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Our stay at Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka was disappointing and did not match the upscale image shown in its marketing. The room was much smaller than expected based on the listing, and it felt very cramped. Several amenities were poorly designed. The laundry area was essentially the size of a small ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Otemae
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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
