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:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka Subway and Attractions Pass
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure
Top hotels in Chuo
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Amazing
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Right at the end of Dotonbori street. Close to everything
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Right next to a rail station and a fab bakery. Good free toiletries and pyjamas. Quiet room.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
First trip to Osaka and staying at the Namba
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi
Clean room, small in size, good location
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Swissotel Nankai Osaka
Great location, great staff, great experience
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo
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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
