Visit Nishi Ward
Popular places to visit
Hamadera Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hamadera Park, a lovely green space in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kansai Electric Power Co., Ltd.
Find out about the history of Sakai when you take a trip to Kansai Electric Power Co., Ltd.. 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.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Nishi Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishi Ward
Suminoe
The bars and waterfront are just a few things visitors like about Suminoe. Port of Osaka and Osaka Nanko Fishing Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Ferry Terminal Station or Nanko-higashi Station to get around the larger area.
Konohana
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Konohana. If sightseeing is on the list, Universal Studios Japan is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Sakurajima Station or Universal City Station to see more of the area.
Nishinari
Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.
Minato
Minato is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Asashiobashi Station or Bentencho Station to explore sights like Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.
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).
- Ario Otori
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Osaka Castle
- Spa World
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Kobe Harborland
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Orix Theater
- Umeda Sky Building
- Nizigen Nomori Park
- Mount Rokko
- Nara Kenko Land
- Meriken Park
- Abeno Harukas