What to do In Osaka
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Recommended activities in Osaka
Tours & day trips
See all 870 activitiesPerfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Classes & workshops
See all 202 activitiesSkip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO
Private & custom tours
See all 417 activitiesMt. Fuji and Cherry Blossom Day Trip with English Speaking Driver
Theme parks
See all 3 activitiesUniversal Studios JapanĀ® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Shows & concerts
See all 24 activitiesKyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack
Places To Go In Osaka
Welcome, traveler, to Osaka. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that youāve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin pastā¦or you can embrace this new place youāve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isnāt it?
Things to Do in Osaka
Youāll not be wanting for things to do in Osaka. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiquesā¦or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant youāve been hearing about? Or perhaps youād rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Osaka? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endlessāand so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, youāre never far from Osaka attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether itās the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
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Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan during your trip to Osaka. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.