expedia
Skip to main content

Osaka Private Walking Tour Castle Dotonbori and Shinsekai

By Japan Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 412 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
See tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Embark on a private guided journey through Osaka, combining history, local transport, and vibrant city life.

Start near Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. Walk through the grounds as your local guide explains key moments in Osaka’s history and its development as a merchant city.

Travel like locals on a short subway ride to southern Osaka, then explore the Shinsekai area and Tsutenkaku Tower. Learn about the area’s background and its place in Osaka’s culture.

Continue through Tennoji and into Namba, known as “Japan’s kitchen,” with its lively streets and shopping arcades. Your guide can recommend local places to eat after the tour.

Finish in Dotonbori, Osaka’s most famous entertainment district. See iconic neon signs, including the Glico sign, visit Hozenji Temple, and explore traditional side streets.

A private experience ideal for travelers who want to see Osaka beyond the surface with a local guide.

Activity location
  • Osaka Castle
    • 1-1 Osakajo,
    • 540-0002, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 7-Eleven Osaka Tanimachi 3-chome
    • 17 1
    • 540-0012, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Check availability

Osaka Private Walking Tour Castle Dotonbori and Shinsekai
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
RM 400.94 x 1 AdultRM 400.94
Paid at activityRM 10.78
Total
Price is RM 411.72
Until Fri, 6 Feb

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local English-Speaking Private Tour Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Public transportation

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Osaka Castle
  • 1h 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Guests will visit Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. Guests explore the castle grounds while learning about Osaka’s history, the samurai era, and Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Inside the castle museum, visitors can see historical artifacts and enjoy panoramic city views from the upper floors.
Tennoji Zoo
  • 15m
Guests will visit Ten-Shiba, a modern open lawn area in Tennoji Park. Guests can relax in a spacious green setting, enjoy views of the city, stroll past cafés and shops, and experience a casual local atmosphere popular with Osaka residents.
Shinsekai
  • 30m
Guests will explore Shinsekai, a retro neighborhood known for its nostalgic streets and local atmosphere. Guests can walk through lively alleys, see Tsutenkaku Tower, and learn about Osaka’s working-class history while experiencing traditional food culture and everyday local life.
Tsutenkaku
  • 15m
Guests will visit Tsutenkaku, the symbolic tower of Shinsekai. Guests can learn about its history, see the famous Billiken statue, and enjoy views over Osaka from the observation deck while experiencing the area’s nostalgic downtown atmosphere.
Hozen-ji Temple
  • 20m
Guests will visit Hōzen-ji Temple, a small, atmospheric temple tucked away in central Osaka. Visitors can see the moss-covered statue of Fudō Myōō, learn about local prayer customs, and stroll through the nearby Hōzenji Yokocho, a traditional stone-paved alley with a nostalgic old-town feel.
Dotombori
  • 30m
Guests will visit Dotonbori, Osaka’s most famous entertainment area. Visitors can walk along the canal, see iconic neon signs like the Glico Man, and experience the city’s lively street atmosphere while learning about Osaka’s food culture and nightlife.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Osaka Castle
    • 1-1 Osakajo,
    • 540-0002, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    7-Eleven Osaka Tanimachi 3-chome
    • 17 1
    • 540-0012, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. Expedia offers one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Osaka your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.

Top experiences in Osaka

With so many things to do in Osaka, planning the perfect day out may seem like a daunting task. Expedia is here to take the hassle out of finding the best attractions, tours and activities in Osaka. Families, couples and business travellers can all find the perfect activity in Osaka to create life-long memories with the help of Expedia.