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 travels to Osaka. Check out 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. 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.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights
Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Osaka
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Top hotels in Otemae
DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle
I am excitedly awaiting our next trip so we can have a stay at this hotel! The staff were superb! Beautiful view of Osaka Castle! Loved our stay!
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Amazing
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great location for first time Osaka visitors. Lots of shopping downstairs and dining if you are too tired to venture out/ want to stay near hotel. Room is clean and bathroom is nice.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
One of the best hotel if you want something that is near Dotonbori.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Very nice hotel with a good breakfast. It’s in an interesting location with lots of eating options.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Friendly staff and excellent laundry facilities and friendly staff
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
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 a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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
Visitors often come to Shinchi for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Nishi-Umieda Station.
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.
Otemae
- Otemae University
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Spa World
- Osaka Castle
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nara Park
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Kuromon Market
- Umeda Sky Building
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Orix Theater
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Abeno Harukas
