Chuo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with modern buildings, a large golden statue, and a park with trees and a pond.
A castle with a green roof, surrounded by stone walls and lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese castle with a moat and modern skyscrapers in the background.
A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall and a calm pond in the foreground.
A traditional Japanese castle with a white building atop a stone wall, overlooking a calm river.

Stay near popular Chuo attractions

A bustling urban river scene with illuminated buildings and a boat tour.

Dotonbori

8.8/10 (2,093 reviews)
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
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Activities

Picture 36 for Activity Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO

Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

AU$43
per adult
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
The Universal Studio in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

AU$189
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

AU$18
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
teamLab, Floating Resonating Lamps on Oike Lake

TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

AU$173
per adult
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

AU$74
per adult
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip
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Our pick of the best Chuo Hotel Deals

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

2 out of 5
2-13 Souemoncho Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$41 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$41
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower are located ...
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

4 out of 5
1-9-8 Kitahama Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$105 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$105
30 July - 31 July
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,093 reviews)
"My room was too small for 3 people. There was no space to put a small carry-on."

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

4 out of 5
4-2-3Hiranomachi Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$210 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$210
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
Miyako City Osaka Hommachi

Miyako City Osaka Hommachi

4 out of 5
1-8-7 Kitakyuhoujimachi Chuo-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$156 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$156
27 July - 28 July
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,207 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Miyako City Osaka Hommachi
Namba Oriental Hotel

Namba Oriental Hotel

4 out of 5
2-8-17, Sennichi-Mae Osaka Osaka-fu
The price is AU$142 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$142
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,547 reviews)
"This hotel is in the perfect location of Namba! The check in process was smooth, the entire hotel staff was great. The hotel scent was perfect, we knew this was the perfect hotel for our stay. Especially the bunk bed setup, our kids said this was by far the best hotel we’ve stayed and we have stayed ..."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Namba Oriental Hotel
Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba

Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba

3.5 out of 5
2-2-5 Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo Osaka
The price is AU$131 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$131
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,171 reviews)
"Clean, friendly, didn't eat the breakfast so can't comment on it, the hot water was very nice at the spa area."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba
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Our guide on where to stay in Chuo

Find the best Chuo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street at night with illuminated signs and traditional lanterns.

Namba

Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).

A modern urban area with glass buildings, a bridge, and a waterfront.

Umeda

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

A bustling night scene along a river with illuminated buildings and a bridge in the background.

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.

A brightly lit street with colorful signs and a tall tower with illuminated text.

Minami

Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.

A modern cityscape with tall skyscrapers, one featuring a circular architectural element.

Kita

Travellers love Kita for its popular shops, and you can see more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater.

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