Osaka

Things to do in Osaka

13 attractions in Osaka with visit length, visitor rating and a live booking price, including Universal Studios Japan, Osaka Castle, Umeda Sky Building. Booking ahead saves a wait at the box office.

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What to see in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan: 1-Day Pass

★ 3.6 (96)

Universal Studios Japan

★ 3.4 (68)

Osaka Castle Museum: Entry Ticket

★ 4.4 (46)

Osaka Castle

★ 4.5 (21)

Umeda Sky Building: Kuchu Teien Observatory Entry

★ 4.7 (18)

Umeda Sky Building

★ 4.6 (8)

Naniwanoyu Natural Spa

★ 5.0 (5)

Tsutenkaku: Observation Deck & Experience Entry

★ 3.7 (3)

Osaka: Tombori River Cruise

★ 3.0 (2)

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Osaka

★ 2.0 (2)

Tsutenkaku: Observation Deck Entry

★ 5.0 (1)

Osaka: Dotonbori River Cruise

★ 2.0 (1)

Osaka e-Pass: 25+ Attractions for 1 or 2 Days

★ 2.0 (1)

Tennen Onsen Naniwanoyu

★ 5.0

Tsutenkaku

★ 5.0

Tsutenkaku

★ 5.0

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Osaka

★ 3.0

Harukas 300 (Observatory)

HEP FIVE Ferris Wheel

HEP FIVE Ferris Wheel: Entry Ticket

Himeji Castle, Kobe Chinatown & Nara Park: Small Group Guided Tour from Osaka

Hirakata Park

Hirakata Park: Entry Ticket + All Access Pass

Japan: Have Fun in Kansai 1-Week Pass

Kids Plaza Osaka: Admission Ticket

Kuromon Market, Sennichimae & Dotonbori: Guided Food Tour

Osaka Amazing Pass: 1-Day Osaka Amazing Pass

Osaka Castle: Guided Walking Tour

Osaka City Cards

Osaka City Tours

Osaka Day trips

Osaka: Kendo Samurai Training Experience

Osaka: One-way Rapi:t Express Ticket From/To Kansai-Airport & Namba Station

Osaka: Small Group Dotonbori River Cruise

Osaka: Tennoji Ward & Shinsekai Guided Walking Tour

Osaka Workshops & Classes

Sakishima​ Cosmo Tower​ Observatory: Entry Ticket

TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka: Admission Ticket

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Tickets & experiences in Osaka

Tickets for attractions in Osaka, booking ahead skips the queue.

Q&A

Answers to your questions

What are the top attractions in Osaka?
Universal Studios Japan, Osaka Castle, Umeda Sky Building are among the highest-rated. The best-rated is Tennen Onsen Naniwanoyu (5.0/5). The full list is below, sorted by rating.
How much do attraction tickets cost in Osaka?
It varies by site and by date — small sites run a few euros, major sites and shows cost more. The live price is in each attraction's booking widget. A combined city pass pays off if you visit several sites a day.
Should I book attraction tickets in advance in Osaka?
In season and at weekends — yes. Popular sites sell timed entry, and booking online saves a queue of half an hour or more. Off-season you can usually buy on the spot.
How many days do you need for Osaka?
Two to three days covers the main sights. Plan 2–3 attractions a day at an easy pace.
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Sources: Attraction details & ratings: Tiqets · Tickets: GetYourGuide (partner)