Popular places to visit
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
Watch an exciting baseball game or big-name star in concert at this versatile postmodern arena south of the city center of Osaka.
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.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Intex Osaka
During your trip, find out what's happening at Intex Osaka, a top convention center in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)
Grand Sumo Tournament Tokyo - Osaka - Nagoya
Minami Ward Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Minami Ward
Abeno
Abeno is well-liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Q's Mall and Abeno Harukas are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Nishitanabe Station or Minami-Tanabe Station to get around.
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.
Tennoji
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Tennoji. Spend some time visiting top spots like Shitennoji Temple, and catch the metro at Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station or Momodani Station to see more of the area.
Naniwa
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.
Namba
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).
Minato
You might enjoy the shopping while in Minato. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Asashiobashi Station or Bentencho Station to see more of the city.
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- Other vacations you might like
- Sakurai Shrine
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Intex Osaka
- Nipponbashi
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Umeda Sky Building
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Orix Theater
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Port of Kobe
- Abeno Harukas
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Osaka Station City
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Nara Kenko Land
- Amerikamura
- Tennoji Zoo
- Namba Parks
- Kobe Animal Kingdom
- Osaka International Convention Center
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater