Chuo
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
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.
Kuromon Market
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.
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.
Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.
Amerikamura
Once a warehouse district selling imported goods, this “American Village” is now a fashionable retail and entertainment area popular with young locals.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Chuo
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Awesome hotel with the best price
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Immaculate room and expert room cleaning, great amenities, and a fantastic experience overall! The hotel staff is professional and exceptionally helpful with any questions I had. Overall this hotel made my stay in Osaka as wonderful as possible thank you!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
已第二次入住，性價比高，地點方便，房間整潔，會再次入住
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Reasonable price, good service
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Great and cheap
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Swissotel Nankai Osaka
Super clean and an amazing shaft and spa
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka 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.
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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
