Chuo Travel Guide
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
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.
Kuromon Market
Follow scents of spices and smoked goods into the covered alleyway of this bustling food market. Its popularity with chefs has earned it the nickname Osaka’s Kitchen.
Dotonbori Glico Sign
You can learn about the history of Osaka with a stop at Dotonbori Glico Sign. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka-jō Hall
Catch an event at Osaka-jō Hall during your trip to Osaka. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Top hotels in Chuo
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Breakfast buffet wasnt included but was the best i had in Japan! Nice big rooms and a comfy bed
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Quite near to transportation, even though it’s on a busy road, you won’t be annoyed by the noise. There’s buffet breakfast provided with Japanese cuisine and western food.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Amazing
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
Great location, staff fantastic, view from room fantastic, overall great place to stay. Just not as good as a few other places we stayed in Japan!
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Osaka Excel Hotel Tokyu
Clean, great location
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Smile Hotel Premium Osaka Hommachi
I had a really disappointing stay at Smile Premier Inn in Osaka. If I had known about some of their policies beforehand, I never would have booked. One of the biggest issues was that they don’t offer luggage transfer services. Every other hotel I stayed at during my trip was happy to help arrange ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo
Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
