Things to do in Osaka Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

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A bustling street with neon signs, a tower, and traditional lanterns.
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Things to do

Picture 32 for Activity Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

S$39
per adult
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

S$16
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Full-Day Bus Tour of Kyoto

Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest

S$81
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest
The Universal Studio in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

S$171
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

S$77
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto

From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto

S$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

S$76
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
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Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 171 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$151 per adult
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Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 162 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$155 per adult
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Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 201 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$120 per adult
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Osaka: Wakayama Cat Train, Seafood market, Hot Springs Tour

Osaka: Wakayama Cat Train, Seafood market, Hot Springs Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$78 per adult
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Osaka: Minoh Waterfall & Katsuo-ji Temple Half-Day Tour

Osaka: Minoh Waterfall & Katsuo-ji Temple Half-Day Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$64 per adult
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What to do in Osaka Prefecture

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Universal Studios Japan

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Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
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Where to stay in Osaka Prefecture

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Namba

Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).

A modern urban area with glass buildings, a bridge, and a waterfront.

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).

A bustling night scene along a river with illuminated buildings and a bridge in the background.

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.

A brightly lit street with colorful signs and a tall tower with illuminated text.

Minami

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.

A modern cityscape with tall skyscrapers, one featuring a circular architectural element.

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.

 

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A bustling street with neon signs, a tower, and traditional lanterns.

Osaka

A museum exhibit with various vintage bicycles on display.

Sakai

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a green-lit bridge.

Kobe

A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with green and red roofs.

Kyoto

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, surrounded by a stone wall and lush greenery.

Amagasaki

A cityscape at sunset with a prominent highway and dense urban buildings.

Higashi-osaka

A thatched-roof gazebo surrounded by autumn foliage and a winding path.

Izumi

A park with tall trees and a beach in the background.

Matsubara

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