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.
Isshinji Temple
You can find out about the history of Osaka with a trip to Isshinji Temple. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Shitenno-ji Temple
You can find out about the history of Osaka when you stop by Shitenno-ji Temple. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Horikoshi Shrine
Find out about the history of Osaka with a stop at Horikoshi Shrine. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Osaka: Traditional Japanese Ceramics Private Experience
Explore Osaka with Local Host and Multilingual Audio Guide
Osaka Learning Ikebana with a Sogetsu School Master
Tennoji Ward, Shinsekai 3 hours Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Tennoji Hotel Deals
Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025
ESLEAD HOTEL OSAKA TSURUHASHI
Reviewed on 8 May 2025
Anda no Mori Osaka Tennoji Tower
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN ABENO TENNOJI
Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Tsuruhashi Ekimae
Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2024
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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Shinsaibashi
Travellers to Shinsaibashi praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and Mitsutera Temple.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.