Visit Naniwacho
Popular places to visit
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. Visit 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.
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.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Activities
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Naniwacho Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Wished a stayed longer
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Breakfast variety was very nice. And they had enough tables to accommodate everyone quickly. Very clean serving area. Rooms are also very clean. They are quite small, but we did not spend that much time in the rooms.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Room was very clean, we would have preferred more of a curtain than a full blackout panel but it was good
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
No notes, one of the best hotels we’ve stayed at. From the comfy pyjamas to the rooftop onsen overlooking the city. Incredible.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Staffs were great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Room space was good but recommendation is to separate bathroom. shower, and washing areas. Very inconvenient if 3 adults are in the room
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Naniwacho
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.
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).
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. 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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Yodogawa
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Yodogawa. Spend some time visiting top spots like Juso-Ekimae Shopping Street, and catch the metro at Kanzakigawa Station or Nishinakajima-Minamigata Station to see more of the area.
