Chuo

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Osaka Castle showing a castle

Popular places to visit

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Dotonbori

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

Dotonbori
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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
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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
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Osaka Castle Park

Explore the great outdoors at Osaka Castle Park, a lovely green space in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Osaka Castle Park
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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
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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

Things to do

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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

RM389
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Osaka's Best and Brightest by Private Vehicle

RM3,479
Per adult
Osaka's Best and Brightest by Private Vehicle
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Osaka 1 day city tour

RM316
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Osaka 1 day city tour
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Osaka Food & Culture 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide

RM1,328
Per adult
Osaka Food & Culture 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide
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Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

RM228
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
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Osaka: Private Workshop on Traditional Japanese Ceramics

RM379
Per adult
Osaka: Private Workshop on Traditional Japanese Ceramics
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Top hotels in Chuo

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
3.5 out of 5
1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is RM172 per night from 6 May to 7 May
RM172
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,102 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
APA Hotel ＆ Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
APA Hotel ＆ Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
3 out of 5
4-2-9 Minamihon-cho, Chuo, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM233 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
RM233
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,249 reviews)
"Reviews were a little concerning but didn't need to worry at all. The lift direct from the subway to hotel made my life very easy. There was a queue at my arrival time of 3pm at self check in counters however within only a couple of minutes I was already checked in. Staff were available to assist ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

APA Hotel ＆ Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Miyako City Osaka Hommachi
Miyako City Osaka Hommachi
4 out of 5
1-8-7 Kitakyuhoujimachi Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is RM448 per night from 26 May to 27 May
RM448
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (356 reviews)
"Front desk staffs were great. They all were very helpfull."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

Miyako City Osaka Hommachi
Hotel Nikko Osaka
Hotel Nikko Osaka
4 out of 5
1-3-3 Nishi-shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is RM405 per night from 6 May to 7 May
RM405
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,882 reviews)
"Our family stayed at the hotel for three days. The location is superb, which is just above all major subway lines. Shopping centers and restaurants are within 2-5 minute walking. We visited universal studio using subways. It was about 30 minutes. The staff were very friendly. Mr. Kenichiro Eto was ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Hotel Nikko Osaka
Cross Hotel Osaka
Cross Hotel Osaka
4 out of 5
2-5-15 Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is RM1,182 per night from 1 May to 2 May
RM1,182
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"It was convenient and modern. Staff were always lovely and helpful."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Cross Hotel Osaka
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
3.5 out of 5
1-9-8 Kitahama, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka
The price is RM340 per night from 6 May to 7 May
RM340
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (788 reviews)
"This place was great. Room was great! Lobby and free diy coffee and coffee machine was wonderful. You got a free small sake, wine or juice upon arrival from a cool little machine. They had free entertainment every night I was there. Ranging from a short film to live music and DJ. They had a chill ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
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Other neighbourhoods around Chuo

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 and Tombori River Walk.

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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Kitahama

Unique features of Kitahama include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Osaka Exchange Building or Tekijuku while you're exploring the area.

Kitahama
Satsumasendai showing shopping as well as a large group of people

Nishishinsaibashi

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

Nishishinsaibashi
Namba featuring a city

Namba

4.5/5(309 area reviews)

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).

Namba

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