Otemae
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Osaka Museum of History
You can study the exhibits at Osaka Museum of History, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Osaka. 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.
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.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Top hotels in Otemae
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
The room was small. Staff can’t speak english. The hotel location is excellent. The hotel is clean in general. Breakfast was ok but not enough variety.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Love the space nice and very tidy great window view of the city
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Location is the main thing that was great
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Clean room, clean bath room
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
great location, spa was incredible, rooms were clean.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
That is the second time I stay in this hotel. The size of the room is good enough for opening two suitcases.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Otemae
Chuo
Chuo is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Osaka Castle. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Sakaisuji-hommachi Station or Matsuyamachi Station.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Osaka Shiki Theater. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
