Tennoji Travel Guide

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Shitennoji Temple showing a statue or sculpture

Popular places to visit

Tennoji Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Tennoji Zoo

The diverse animal enclosures and recreated habitats of this enormous wildlife facility have made it one of the city’s star attractions.

Tennoji Zoo
Shitennoji Temple showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture

Shitennoji Temple

4/5(55 reviews)

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.

Shitennoji Temple
Tennoji Park featuring a pond and a garden

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.

Tennoji Park
Isshinji Temple

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.

Isshinji Temple
Shitenno-ji Temple

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.

Shitenno-ji Temple
Keitakuen Garden

Keitakuen Garden

Keitakuen Garden 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 family-friendly area.

Keitakuen Garden

Activities

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

AU$116
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights

Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights

AU$71
per adult
Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

AU$21
per adult
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Picture 6 for Activity Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

AU$50
per adult
Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

AU$4
per traveller
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
The Universal Studio in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

AU$258
per adult
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
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Our pick of the best Tennoji Hotel Deals

Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji

Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji

3 out of 5
1 1 7 Sanno Nishinari-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (927 reviews)
"Easy check-in and check-out. The hotel is conveniently located near Tennoji Station, one of the major railway hubs. There are also large shopping malls nearby with many restaurants, grocery stores, and popular boutiques. Overall, the hotel is situated in a safe and convenient area for both shopping ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji
Anda no Mori Osaka Tennoji Tower

Anda no Mori Osaka Tennoji Tower

4 out of 5
8-1 Hidenincho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Spa World and Tsutenkaku ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (805 reviews)
Definitely stay here.
"Amazing hotel. If you have kids then definitely stay here. There is so much stuff for them to do. And its all included. Never been to a hotel qhere they had so many things for the kids to do that was included. The deluxe room was amazing."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

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Anda no Mori Osaka Tennoji Tower
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka

Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka

4 out of 5
6-1-55 Uehommachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$291 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$291
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great service and location"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
Toyoko Inn Osaka Tsuruhashi Ekimae

Toyoko Inn Osaka Tsuruhashi Ekimae

3 out of 5
15-31, Funahashi-cho, Tennouji-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Nipponbashi and Osaka Castle are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (379 reviews)
"The room is little bit tiny, but no way in Japan at this price."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2024

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Toyoko Inn Osaka Tsuruhashi Ekimae
ESLEAD HOTEL OSAKA TSURUHASHI

ESLEAD HOTEL OSAKA TSURUHASHI

4 out of 5
16-3 Ajiharacho Tennoji Ward, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$153 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$153
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, premium bedding, and in-room soaking tubs. Popular attractions Nipponbashi and Osaka Castle are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
"Smart choice for family of 4"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

ESLEAD HOTEL OSAKA TSURUHASHI
RE HOTEL Tanimachi9chomeⅡ

RE HOTEL Tanimachi9chomeⅡ

2.5 out of 5
8-8 Ikutamacho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$93 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$93
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Nipponbashi and Dotonbori are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (91 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Tennoji

Namba featuring a city

Namba

4.5/5(291 area reviews)

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).

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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.

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Minami

4/5(20 area reviews)

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.

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Nishishinsaibashi

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nishishinsaibashi
Shinsaibashi showing street scenes

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.

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Naniwa

4.5/5(89 area reviews)

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.

Naniwa

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