Kitanoda
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
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.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
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.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Osaka
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka
Top hotels in Kitanoda
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Very clean room, convenient location and all amenities were great
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Staff are kindly answer questions, good house keeping
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Connected to the Osaka Station & big shopping centers. Very convenient to shopping and traveling to other places.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Very good 💯
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Clean room, subway access right down stairs, 24/7 kobini right on the second floor.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
This is a large hotel with many tour groups trying to use the facilities at the same time which was a little troublesome. The hotel is well located and the room was clean.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kitanoda
Nishinari
Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.
Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Tennoji Zoo while getting to know Tennoji, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station or Momodani Station to see more of the area.
Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
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.
