What to do in Osaka

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Osaka

Osaka Attractions

Always up for an enlightening experience and inventive ways to get your kicks, you're prepared to check out an exciting city from top to bottom. You're ready to set course in a new direction. It's not challenging to fill your time, because Expedia Canada makes it easy to book lots of things to do. Find and book your activities today, and all you'll have left to do is pack your suitcase and get excited. Next stop: Osaka!

  • Book your favourite activities and day trips on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a top hotel or upscale meal while you're visiting. The things to do in Osaka are not only among the best, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 709 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just CA $5 .
  • Osaka is popular among thrill seekers similar to yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next trip to the area to learn about local history and participate in the best activities. The most popular things to do can earn the interest of even well-versed explorers, and one look at our list explains why. Our collection includes a wide range of entertainment and opportunities for adventure. From one-of-a kind ways to discover the best this area has to give like a Self-Guided Himeji Castle Tour to Shared Shuttle: Kansai International Airport (KIX)–Kyoto that makes driving around town a snap, there are loads of opportunities at your fingertips when you glance through the best tours here at Expedia Canada.

Our activities are the ideal way to organize your getaway. You'll want a game plan to really get the most out of Osaka, particularly when you wish to include lots of exciting activities. And we know you don't plan to sleep all day—you are excited to get out and take it all in. You can't wait to scope out the best activities around, and an afternoon walking through charming neighbourhoods is an adventure all its own. Book professional area tours on Expedia Canada, and you may find all that you are seeking and more.


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Namba featuring a city

Namba

4.5/5(251 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
Umeda which includes a city and night scenes

Umeda

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Osaka Station City. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).

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

Minami

4/5(20 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
Umeda Sky Building showing modern architecture and a skyscraper

Kita

4.5/5(57 area reviews)

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater are top sights in Kita, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station to see more sights in the area.

Kita
Osaka Castle which includes a city

Chuo

4.5/5(61 area reviews)

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.

Chuo

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