Title: Visit Naka Ward: 2026 Naka Ward, Osaka Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Naka Ward](https://expedia.com/Naka-Ward-Hotels.d553248635976388738.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Osaka](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Osaka](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Naka Ward](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Naka-Ward.d553248635976388738.Car-Rental-Guide)[Naka Ward Vacations](https://expedia.com/Naka-Ward.d553248635976388738.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Naka Ward ## Osaka ![堺市中区上之 陶荒田神社拝殿 Sue-arata-jinja 2012.12.14](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976388738/7ebed4b0-4b01-43d7-a1ad-ecc75cca3409.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976388738/7ebed4b0-4b01-43d7-a1ad-ecc75cca3409.jpg) by [Nankou Oronain (as36…](https://www.panoramio.com/user/3479556?with_photo_id=46125264) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![堺市中区上之 陶荒田神社拝殿 Sue-arata-jinja 2012.12.14](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976388738/7ebed4b0-4b01-43d7-a1ad-ecc75cca3409.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976388738/7ebed4b0-4b01-43d7-a1ad-ecc75cca3409.jpg) by [Nankou Oronain (as36…](https://www.panoramio.com/user/3479556?with_photo_id=46125264) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Visit Naka Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Osaka Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Osaka.dx179897) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Universal Studios Japan® showing a fountain and a statue or sculpture as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054124/628ad899-0a9c-4f1f-90a1-e7475b5cef0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan 4.5/5(307 reviews) Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park. [](https://expedia.com/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Vacation-Attraction) ![大阪ドーム](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076330/c724f558-47dd-4dc6-a039-00fec3bbd7d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyocera Dome Osaka 4.5/5(34 reviews) Watch an exciting baseball game or big-name star in concert at this versatile postmodern arena south of the city center of Osaka. [](https://expedia.com/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dotonbori featuring city views and outdoor art as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150665/e2607fc5-b437-44d6-8aea-388e06f4b1df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dotonbori Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets. [](https://expedia.com/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Vacation-Attraction) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan which includes marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502161/21fb291c-f481-479d-b19b-f726df0ac3cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan 4.5/5(280 reviews) Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks. [](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Vacation-Attraction) ![Osaka Castle featuring chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502143/ce2c4091-937f-410f-8c1d-a3a339589b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Castle 4.5/5(975 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. [](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Vacation-Attraction) ![Spa World showing a pool, interior views and rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204405/85c0cc26-c459-46a2-9ba5-a71118bb2e61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa World 4.5/5(30 reviews) Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat. [](https://expedia.com/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![The Universal Studio in Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/227085/e5ec5c42-5aee-4de0-82bc-b926a4b233f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation $171 per adult **72%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details) ![Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47903859/ebe9fbad-cf4d-40d9-9ec4-db609321067d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO $31 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/osakafamily-friendly-kimono-yukata-experience-at-wargo.a47903859.activity-details) ![Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49505043/fb6de5c7-abdf-44bf-9fb4-af79ad423000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets (2 hours 35 minutes) $118 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/shin-osaka-to-tokyo-bullet-train-shinkansen-tickets-2-hours-35-minutes.a49505043.activity-details) ![Kyoto Highlights: with Nijo Castle Ticket & Bamboo Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49588042/534f6fa3-f6b6-45cb-9446-d95bccfc0711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari $99 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-nijo-castle.a49588042.activity-details) ![Experience the traditional way of drinking tea prepared by a tea master](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1219871/488ff48b-d226-4025-a6e2-613df9cdfca9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine $96 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-tea-ceremony-with-kimono-near-by-imamiya-jinjya-shrine.a1219871.activity-details) ![Gion Geisha District Maiko](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/e44b20db-cc32-41de-8ba2-966804a7a992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha $25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details) [See all activities in Osaka](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Naka Ward Hotel Deals ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka $64 nightly $71 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. 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Staff were also very professional and catering Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F23%2F2026&endDate=2%2F24%2F2026&selected=100866112&PinnedHotelID=100866112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976388738) ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/f5fcb13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $92 nightly $102 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! 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[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Nishinari.dx6204272) ![Tennoji featuring street scenes and a city as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127694/64c69bdb-8cc4-496c-8083-309da926d3e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tennoji 4.5/5(81 area reviews) Major railway hub in southern Osaka, Tennōji boasts shopping streets like Abenobashisuji and centers such as Mio and Kintetsu Department Store. Explore Shitennō-ji temple, Tennōji Park, and the iconic Tsutenkaku tower in Shinsekai district. [](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Tennoji.dx6127694) ![Naniwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179180/0189be4e-d829-4094-97ae-de85da90f119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Naniwa 4.5/5(240 area reviews) Enjoy the popular shops in Naniwa. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more of Osaka. [](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Naniwa.dx179180) ![Namba featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050895/fb20eee9-5588-4e8b-91c9-6e951bd42d45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Namba 4.5/5(906 area reviews) Namba is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Dotonbori and Namba Parks, and you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai). [](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Namba.dx6050895) ![Sennichimae](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2697/6d8c0a89-3e3f-4431-a6cf-287c46d647dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nanbasennichimae If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Nanbasennichimae.dx553248635976008542) ![If you’re looking for Sushi then this is definitely the place to come, the freshness and taste of the fish were exquisite. 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