Experience Osaka's top spots and local hidden gems on this private guided tour. See Osaka Castle and the neighborhoods of Namba, Dotonbori and Tsuruhashi - or customize the tour to your interests.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
- Duration 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English, French, Hebrew, Spanish
- Wheelchair accessible
- Private or small groups available
Experience
Itinerary
Starting location:
In front of Tanimachiyonchome Station Exit 2
Osaka Castle
Guided tour, Sightseeing (75 minutes)
Tsuruhashi
Guided tour, Sightseeing (45 minutes)
Abeno Harukas 300
Guided tour (30 minutes)
Shinsekai
Guided tour (30 minutes)
Namba
Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)
Dotonbori
Guided tour, Sightseeing
Finish at:
1-chōme-4-2 Nanba, Chūō-ku, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan
Main stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Explore the expansive park surrounding Osaka Castle
- Visit modern Osaka's must-see Dotonbori and Kuromon markets
- See the city from high above from the Harukas building
- Learn about the history and culture of Osaka from your local guide
- Explore neighborhoods that made Osaka famous for its merchant culture
Full description
Osaka is known for great food, quirky characters and an urban history much longer than Tokyo's. Get under the skin of this unique city on this guided walking tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
Start off with a visit to Osaka Castle Park. You won't go inside the castle, but will get to admire the grand and imposing exterior, and will stroll around the surrounding park. Here you'll learn about the history of Osaka and how it was almost robbed from the Japanese 400 years ago.
A quick train ride takes you to Tsuruhashi, to explore the maze of Korea Town. Explore the narrow streets and alleys of this pre-war commercial district.
Another quick journey by public transport will take you to modern Harukas building. Enjoy the view from one of the high floors, then head underground to explore the food hall of the department store underneath. See high quality products for sale like killer puffer fish and Kobe beef, amongst others.
Not far from Harukas is the traditional district of Shin-sekai. See the slightly crumbling local highlights, perfectly frozen in time.
Next, head to Namba, considered to be the center of Osaka's present-day shopping, dining, and entertainment culture. Visit Dotonbori, Osaka’s version of Times Square in New York, and explore the quirky back streets with their own individuality and surprises in store. You’ll visit Kuromon Ichiba, a fresh fish market that's played a pivotal role for more than 150 years.
Finally, explore Doguyasuji, a kitchen and cooking district. Look around at the wax food models, Japanese "noren" (curtains that hang at kitchen entrances) and giant pottery pieces.
Includes
- Guide
- Walking tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Meeting point
Please meet above ground at Exit 2. If you come via taxi, the name of the intersection is tanimachi 3-chome (谷３交差点).
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- This tour will take place rain or shine
- There are no food stop, but you will have a chance to buy snacks here and there if you are hungry
- Please buy a subway day pass and use it to get to the meeting point and whilst on the tour