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.

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.

Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.

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

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka Subway and Attractions Pass
Top hotels in Otemae

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Return visitor - enjoyed my stay just as much as last time. Facilities, Location, Service 10/10 will be staying again.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Clean and convenient
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Amazing stay
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Nice room with a great view! Breakfast was really good. Amenities were great too but we didn't have enough time to use them. The shuttle service to the airport was a plus!
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Excellent location, clean spacious room, outstanding view.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Rooms were clean and a good size. Breakfast was very good, had a variety of food, had a 24hr beverage bar, and complimentary welcome drink. The amenities included skincare package and face masks. Location is few feet of train station and convenience store.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 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 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.
