Visit Minami Ward
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
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out 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.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
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:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Osaka
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Top hotels in Minami Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Rooms are small but amenities inside were great. I would stay here again. Great access to Namba station.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The room was clean and tidy and staffs were helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Clean Room and staff is great!
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Good amenities, kind staff, spacious lobby
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Staff were very nice and helpful, clean room , and great restaurant good location
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
The room was clean and the staff were polite and helpful. The breakfast buffet exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
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 Tennoji Zoo, 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).
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
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.
Minami Ward
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Spa World
- Osaka Castle
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Kuromon Market
- Umeda Sky Building
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Orix Theater
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Abeno Harukas
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
- Namba Parks
