Chuo
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
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.
Kuromon 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.
Osaka Castle Park
After visiting Osaka Castle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.
Amerikamura
Once a warehouse district selling imported goods, this “American Village” is now a fashionable retail and entertainment area popular with young locals.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka Subway and Attractions Pass
Top hotels in Chuo
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
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Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Great staff, clean room, great view!
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Enjoyed my brief stay here. The rooms are pretty simple, with all the expected amenities. The breakfast buffet is good, and I appreciate the always-available free coffee. Great hotel for tourists, and I imagine it is for business travelers as well. It’s literally next door to a subway station, which ...
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Smooth check in and check out. Rooms were spacious and clean.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
The room was clean and the staff was nice.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba
Close to everywhere. Very nice!
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo
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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider a stop by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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.
Minami
Minami is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Dōtombori Arcade. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station.
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.
