Kitahama Travel Guide

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Kitahama

Popular places to visit

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Universal Studios Japan

4.5/5(156 reviews)

Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.

Universal Studios Japan
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Dotonbori

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

Dotonbori
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Kyocera Dome Osaka

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Kyocera Dome Osaka
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Osaka Castle

4.5/5(336 reviews)

Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.

Osaka Castle
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Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

4.5/5(91 reviews)

Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
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Nipponbashi

4/5(60 reviews)

You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Nipponbashi, a favourite shopping spot in Osaka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.

Nipponbashi

Activities

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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

AU$126
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

AU$126
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour
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Osaka's Best and Brightest by Private Vehicle

AU$1,129
Per adult
Osaka's Best and Brightest by Private Vehicle
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Grand Sumo Tournament Tokyo - Osaka - Nagoya

AU$506
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Sumo Tournament Tokyo - Osaka - Nagoya
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Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)

AU$133
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)
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Osaka: Full-Day Private City Tour with a Guide and Transport

AU$103
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Full-Day Private City Tour with a Guide and Transport
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Our pick of the best Kitahama Hotel Deals

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
3.5 out of 5
1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Fully refundable
The price is AU$94 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
AU$94
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,136 reviews)
"The only reason why i would not give it 5 stars is that they give you 2 pillows and the duvet is not long enough for the bed. Its extremely uncomfortable for tall people. But overall extremely nice"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
3.5 out of 5
1-9-8 Kitahama, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$159 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$159
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (806 reviews)
"Close to train station. Family Mart right next to hotel."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho, Kita, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$187 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
AU$187
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,570 reviews)
Great hotel with view
"Quick check in and out. A bit tricky to find initially as hotel starts on 7th floor of links shopping centre. But once found is a great hotel handy to transport. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
APA HOTEL＆RESORT〈OSAKA UMEDA EKI TOWER〉
APA HOTEL＆RESORT〈OSAKA UMEDA EKI TOWER〉
3 out of 5
2-8-32 Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$108 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$108
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,049 reviews)
"Huge hotel, perfect location, great customer service"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

APA HOTEL＆RESORT〈OSAKA UMEDA EKI TOWER〉
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$128 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$128
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel. On site onsen was very convenient! Good location to restaurants, bars and train station entrances. 24hr convenience store was very convenient!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
4 out of 5
6-2-52 Shimaya Konohana-ku, Osaka
Fully refundable
The price is AU$191 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
AU$191
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,394 reviews)
Great location, value, and staff
"Fantastic location for Universal goers. Super easy access and hotel staff is very friendly. Easy to get cab to city or train right there. Room was large, 3 beds, great view of the park."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
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Other neighbourhoods around Kitahama

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Honmachi

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Honmachi
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Shinchi

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.

Shinchi
Osaka Castle featuring a city

Chuo

4.5/5(71 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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Umeda

4.5/5(32 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 which includes street scenes

Shinsaibashi

Travellers to Shinsaibashi praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Shinsaibashi-suji and Tombori River Walk.

Shinsaibashi
Satsumasendai showing shopping as well as a large group of people

Nishishinsaibashi

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nishishinsaibashi

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