Chuo
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 Ichiba 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.
Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.
Osaka Castle Park
After visiting Osaka Castle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Amerikamura
Once a warehouse district selling imported goods, this “American Village” is now a fashionable retail and entertainment area popular with young locals.
Things to do
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount
Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Mt. Fuji and Cherry Blossom Day Trip with English Speaking Driver
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Osaka: Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen & Mt. Rokko 1-Day Bus Tour
Osaka: Tea Ceremony Experience
Top hotels in Chuo
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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.
Shinsaibashi
Shinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and Mitsutera Temple, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Minami
Minami is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Dōtombori Arcade. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station.
Nishishinsaibashi
Nishishinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Dotonbori and Amerikamura, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka.
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
Hotels Near Chuo, Osaka
- Namba Hotels
- Shinsaibashi Hotels
- Minami Hotels
- Kita Hotels
- Naniwa Hotels
- Tennoji Hotels
- Honmachi Hotels
- Nishi Hotels
- Minamisenba Hotels
- Nishishinsaibashi Hotels
- Sennichimae Hotels
- Higashishinsaibashi Hotels
- Kitahama Hotels
- Kyutaromachi Hotels
- Kyobashi Hotels
- Nanbasennichimae Hotels
- Soemon-cho Hotels
- Shinmachi Hotels
- Tanimachi Hotels
- Minamihorie Hotels