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
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Our pick of the best Tennoji Hotel Deals
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
This hotel has a great location! It has all different stories around it. It is very convenient for all the travelers. The bus right next to it will take all the travelers to airport is a great plus to this hotel! Their staffs are very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Anda no Mori Osaka Tennoji Tower
Dark woods with crammed in furnishings
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji
My stay was two nights and everything was great. The location is uber convenient and close to attractive sites. Hotel staff was friendly. You check in yourself but the staff was ready to help and the amenities are great too. The room was comfortable and it's enough for one person (you can lay down ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN ABENO TENNOJI
it was wonderful. Great staff and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Miyako City Osaka Tennoji
Super convenient and good value.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hotel Shinpoin Osaka
Nice decent room for family of 3. It's clean. Staff are helpful when we asked for towels, kitchen stuffs and buying laundry liquid. The area is quiet and safe. Walk around 10' to 20' to different train stations.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tennoji
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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
