Chuo

Osaka
Osaka Castle showing a castle

Popular places to visit

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Dotonbori

Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.

Dotonbori
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Osaka Castle

4.5/5(216 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.

Osaka Castle
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Kuromon Ichiba Market

4.5/5(40 reviews)

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.

Kuromon Ichiba Market
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Amerikamura

3.5/5(6 reviews)

Once a warehouse district selling imported goods, this “American Village” is now a fashionable retail and entertainment area popular with young locals.

Amerikamura
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Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater

4/5(2 reviews)

For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.

Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
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Osaka Castle Park

Explore the great outdoors at Osaka Castle Park, a lovely green space in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Osaka Castle Park

Things to do

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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

HK$653
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Osaka's Best and Brightest by Private Vehicle

HK$5,839
Per adult
Osaka's Best and Brightest by Private Vehicle
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Osaka: Full-Day Private City Tour with a Guide and Transport

HK$531
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Full-Day Private City Tour with a Guide and Transport
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Osaka Food & Culture 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide

HK$2,228
Per adult
Osaka Food & Culture 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide
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Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

HK$382
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
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Osaka: Private Workshop on Traditional Japanese Ceramics

HK$637
Per adult
Osaka: Private Workshop on Traditional Japanese Ceramics
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Top hotels in Chuo

APA Hotel ＆ Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
APA Hotel ＆ Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
3 out of 5
4-2-9 Minamihon-cho, Chuo, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$332 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
HK$332
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,286 reviews)
"The spot is great, convenient as the metro entrance is right below. The onset is big and super comfortable, and the amenities it offers are great as well."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

APA Hotel ＆ Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
3.5 out of 5
1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is HK$348 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
HK$348
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,133 reviews)
"Bathroom sucks but that’s pretty much the only flaw otherwise good hotel right near everything"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Hotel Nikko Osaka
Hotel Nikko Osaka
4 out of 5
1-3-3 Nishi-shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is HK$565 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
HK$565
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,934 reviews)
"Very close to shops and restaurants within walking distance. I loved the view of our room and loved the decor."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hotel Nikko Osaka
Swissotel Nankai Osaka
Swissotel Nankai Osaka
5 out of 5
5-1-60 Namba Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is HK$1,271 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
HK$1,271
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Very convenient"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Swissotel Nankai Osaka
Cross Hotel Osaka
Cross Hotel Osaka
4 out of 5
2-5-15 Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is HK$1,935 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
HK$1,935
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"We had a room with three twin beds for two nights. Great location, clean, well appointed rooms, comfortable beds. A bit small with the third bed in there, but we were hardly in the room so it wasn’t a big deal."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Cross Hotel Osaka
Miyako City Osaka Hommachi
Miyako City Osaka Hommachi
4 out of 5
1-8-7 Kitakyuhoujimachi Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is HK$666 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
HK$666
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews)
Great location, great hotel
"Was an amazing surprise … have a balcony at 14th floor! Friendly staff, easy check in and out. Rooms very comfortable and quiet. Was a perfect choice to stay in Osaka"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Miyako City Osaka Hommachi
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Other neighbourhoods around Chuo

Shinsaibashi which includes street scenes

Shinsaibashi

Travellers to Shinsaibashi praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Shinsaibashi-suji and Tombori River Walk.

Shinsaibashi
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Honmachi

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Honmachi
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Minami

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

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.

Minami
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Kitahama

Unique features of Kitahama include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Osaka Exchange Building or Tekijuku while you're exploring the area.

Kitahama
Satsumasendai showing shopping as well as a large group of people

Nishishinsaibashi

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nishishinsaibashi
Namba featuring a city

Namba

4.5/5(309 area reviews)

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).

Namba

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