Tennoji Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Tennoji Zoo
The diverse animal enclosures and recreated habitats of this enormous wildlife facility have made it one of the city’s star attractions.
Shitennoji Temple
Savour the peace and quiet as you wander through the gardens of one of Osaka’s most impressive shrines, the first Buddhist temple in the country.
Tennoji Park
Offering a quick getaway from Osaka’s busy centre, the ponds, iconic art and historic landmarks in this slice of greenery will relax your senses.
Shitenno-ji Temple
Shitenno-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Osaka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Isshinji Temple
Isshinji Temple is just one of the places to see in Osaka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Horikoshi Shrine
After visiting Horikoshi Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Our pick of the best Tennoji Hotel Deals
Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji
Excellent hotel, close to train and metro stations. Good variety for breakfast. Competitive prices
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN ABENO TENNOJI
Always a great experience. The staff was knowledgeable, patient and kind. The room was quite spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The location is also excellent. It has a great view of ten-shiba and is a 5 minute walk from Tennoji Station.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
Spacious room. Nicely maintained older hotel. Good food and excellent service at a reasonable room rate.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
ESLEAD HOTEL OSAKA TSURUHASHI
The apartment was clean, spacious, comfortable and modern. The location was close the many restaurants, train station and convenient stores. Check-in/out was easy as well, and having to store my luggage there for a half day after I checked out was very helpful due to my flight time. Overall, I would ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Anda no Mori Osaka Tennoji Tower
Great for families
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hotel Shinpoin Osaka
Reasonable price and quiet location.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tennoji
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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).
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
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.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
