Chuo

Osaka
Osaka Castle which includes 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

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

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

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

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. Check out 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

P4,620
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

P33,196
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

P3,756
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

P15,774
Per adult
Osaka Food & Culture 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide
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Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

P2,704
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

P4,507
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
The price is P2,851 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
P2,851
per night
4 Jun - 5 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! (1,356 reviews)
Excellent
"Very modern and in the middle of everything."

Reviewed on May 28, 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 P2,925 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
P2,925
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,184 reviews)
"Very close proximity to dotonburi and namba shopping districts. Plenty of late night dining options within walkable distances too"

Reviewed on May 26, 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 P4,480 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
P4,480
per night
23 Jun - 24 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! (3,004 reviews)
"First time traveling and will be back at Hotel Nikko Osaka in February for a three-day weekend."

Reviewed on May 27, 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 P9,908 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
P9,908
per night
2 Jun - 3 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in the perfect location! Great big bed, excellent view, staff was incredibly helpful! Only downside is the very basic decor of the bathrooms as well as the carpet being older in our room. Excellent bar on 36th floor with panoramic view of the entire city! An excellent choice!"

Reviewed on May 21, 2024

Swissotel Nankai Osaka
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
3.5 out of 5
1-9-8 Kitahama, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka
The price is P3,710 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
P3,710
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (841 reviews)
"Clean and walkable"

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
3 out of 5
Nanba 2-chome 3 - 9, Osaka, Osaka
The price is P3,476 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
P3,476
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (630 reviews)
"Located very conveniently. There was construction in the area (may 2024) which made it hard to find right away but the hotel name signage was helpful to locate the hotel."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
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Other neighbourhoods around Chuo

Shinsaibashi featuring street scenes

Shinsaibashi

Shinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Shinsaibashi-suji and Tombori River Walk, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka.

Shinsaibashi
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Honmachi

4/5(1 area review)

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

Honmachi
Tsutenkaku Tower which includes night scenes, signage and a city

Minami

5/5(4 area reviews)

Minami is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Nipponbashi. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station.

Minami
Kitahama

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 which includes shopping as well as a large group of people

Nishishinsaibashi

Nishishinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Dotonbori and Amerikamura, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka.

Nishishinsaibashi
Namba featuring a city

Namba

4.5/5(62 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).

Namba

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