Title: Naniwacho Travel Guide: Best of Naniwacho, Osaka Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Naniwacho](https://expedia.co.uk/Naniwacho-Osaka-Hotels.0-n553248635493168555-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Naniwacho Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Naniwacho.d553248635493168555.Car-Hire-Guide)[Naniwacho Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Naniwacho.d553248635493168555.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Naniwacho Travel Guide ## Osaka ![Naniwacho](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2697/ce460a0d-c627-41a5-a4e6-4e8d86d2ba7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Naniwacho](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2697/ce460a0d-c627-41a5-a4e6-4e8d86d2ba7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Naniwacho](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2697/cb28d3f3-ac03-422f-9751-f9951cd89bba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Naniwacho Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Osaka travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka.dx179897) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Universal Studios Japan® showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054124/628ad899-0a9c-4f1f-90a1-e7475b5cef0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Attraction) ![Dotonbori showing outdoor art and central business district as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150665/e2607fc5-b437-44d6-8aea-388e06f4b1df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dotonbori Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) ![大阪ドーム](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076330/c724f558-47dd-4dc6-a039-00fec3bbd7d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502161/21fb291c-f481-479d-b19b-f726df0ac3cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Attraction) ![Osaka Castle showing château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502143/ce2c4091-937f-410f-8c1d-a3a339589b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) ![Tsutenkaku Tower which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076366/3ac71a9c-cb7e-45d6-8b6e-3d8dd95e4a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tsutenkaku Tower Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsutenkaku-Tower-Naniwa.d6076366.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47903859/ebe9fbad-cf4d-40d9-9ec4-db609321067d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osakafamily-friendly-kimono-yukata-experience-at-wargo.a47903859.activity-details) ![eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752183/88240c9c-5450-49a3-a577-27eef4de52d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Japan Package £3 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details) ![Kyoto Highlights: with Nijo Castle Ticket & Bamboo Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49588042/534f6fa3-f6b6-45cb-9446-d95bccfc0711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari £73 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nijo-castle.a49588042.activity-details) ![The Universal Studio in Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/227085/e5ec5c42-5aee-4de0-82bc-b926a4b233f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation £125 per adult **72%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details) ![Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49505043/fb6de5c7-abdf-44bf-9fb4-af79ad423000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets (2 hours 35 minutes) £86 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shin-osaka-to-tokyo-bullet-train-shinkansen-tickets-2-hours-35-minutes.a49505043.activity-details) ![Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49277273/52f9d27f-f6a4-4c54-9103-2a75ca719b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-unesco-highlights-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49277273.activity-details) [See all activities in Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Naniwacho ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £52 1 Mar - 2 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,666 reviews) Good location. Don't like the machine to check in. Comfortable bed. Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493168555) ![Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100866200/100866112/48700af4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka £121 8 Mar - 9 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,441 reviews) Rooms were a good size. Public bath was great. Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=100866112&PinnedHotelID=100866112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493168555) ![Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35890000/35881600/35881577/030c2943_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA 1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka Fully refundable £94 2 Mar - 3 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,390 reviews) This hotel is perfectly central to everything in Osaka and the staff are so kind and courteous. Thank you for your wonderful service! Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=35881577&PinnedHotelID=35881577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493168555) ![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/4b72dd86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka £66 1 Mar - 2 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,288 reviews) Good location, room was comfortable, but could use coffee Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493168555) ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/f5fcb13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £67 15 Mar - 16 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,873 reviews) Very nice Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=2492916&PinnedHotelID=2492916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493168555) ![The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31970000/31967700/31967640/e856a79e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama 1-9-8 Kitahama Osaka Osaka £58 2 Mar - 3 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,776 reviews) Staff were lovely. The rooms are small of course but designed well so it has everything you could need. The bathrooms are beautiful, bed clean and comfortable. Very pleased with our stay. In a good location, quiet and safe as well as close to the Kitahama train station. Would stay here again! 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248635493168555) ## Check Naniwacho hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635493168555&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[27 Feb - 28 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635493168555&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635493168555&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01)[28 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635493168555&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635493168555&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635493168555&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Naniwacho ![Umeda Sky Building showing modern architecture and a skyscraper](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502153/0d0edf18-2f1e-4277-b445-1b232d9051d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kita 4.5/5(70 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Kita.dx6204264) ![Umeda which includes a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050891/286e2610-79bf-4d3f-a18b-1ea3ec60b634.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Umeda 4.5/5(12 area reviews) 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). [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Umeda.dx6050891) ![At Umeda in Osaka, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050891/ac974cb9-b62b-4539-ac38-a866f3c84a26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shinchi 4.5/5(13 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Shinchi.dx6150668) ![Cherry Blossoms, Sakura, under the bride in Osaka prefecture, Japan - 日本 大阪 本町 高架下の桜並木 川沿い ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204301/7967e01b-5150-4dee-81d3-69474d11c036.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Honmachi 4.5/5(10 area reviews) Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Honmachi.dx6204301) ![Osaka Castle featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502143/d65394ed-3715-4559-974d-33ffc952952e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chuo 4.5/5(55 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Chuo.dx6347465) ![Yodogawa showing street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179155/a2547c6c-c2bc-4a47-923f-2932aa79e48f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yodogawa 4.5/5(40 area reviews) 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. 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