Escape to Umeda! Enjoy its castle, sightseeing, and museums.
Top Hotels in Umeda
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Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
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Popular things to do in Umeda
LUCUA Osaka
4.5/5(4 reviews)
During your trip to Osaka, you can do some window-shopping at LUCUA Osaka. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Osaka Castle
4.5/5(880 reviews)
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
4.5/5(248 reviews)
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Osaka Science Museum
4/5(56 reviews)
Osaka Science Museum is a popular museum in Osaka with a rich history. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Universal Studios Japan™
4.5/5(269 reviews)
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Tsutenkaku Tower
4/5(225 reviews)
Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.
Top activities in Umeda
Kyoto Perfect Tour: 1day bus tour
￥14,000
Discover the 3 World Heritage listed sites (Kiyomizu temple, Tenrryuji temple and Kinkakuji Temple) in Kyoto. Besides, we will visit 2 popular spots: Fushimi Inari Shrine and bamboo forest in Sagano. Please be intoxicated magnificent Japanese historical places.
Full-Day Bus Tour to Kyoto, Nara & Kobe
￥10,588
Take a journey through the wonders of ancient and modern Japan with a day trip that shows you the historic cities of Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe. With destinations from the peaceful bamboo forest of Arashiyama to the lively Kobe Mosaic, you get a look at centuries' worth of culture.
Kyoto & Nara 1-Day Tour
￥15,600
Explore the must-see sights of history-rich Kyoto, including the spectacular Nijo Castle, eminent Kinkaku-ji, and grand Kyoto Imperial Palace. In the afternoon, embark for Nara, home of pacific Nara Park and the famous temple of Todai-ji.
Kyoto Full-Day Tour
￥14,000
Spend a full day discovering the best sights Kyoto has to offer, including grand castles and sacred temples. These spectacular attractions make your time in Kyoto an unforgettable experience.
Small-Group Maneki-Neko Lucky Cat Figurine Painting Lesson
￥3,000
Try your hand at painting a maneki-neko, or lucky cat, figurine in the heart of Osaka during this small-group lesson. An experienced instructor teaches you about the history of the beckoning cat and its significance as part of Japanese culture before you paint your own figure to take home.
Osaka Castle Photography
￥10,213
Itinerary We will go to Osaka Castle in the morning. It is beautiful to see Osaka Castle in the morning and take a fresh breath air! Most of our beautiful pictures are taken in the morning. First I will pick you up at the Morinomiya station near Osaka Castle.
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Other neighborhoods in Osaka
Kita
Known for Shopping, Castles, Dining
4.5/5(275 reviews)
Kita is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Umeda Sky Building and Osaka Science Museum. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Umeda Station or Nakazakicho Station.
Nakanoshima
Known for Shopping, Castles, Dining
Shopping, restaurants, and spas highlight some notable features of Nakanoshima. Make a stop by Osaka Science Museum or Festival Hall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nakanoshima Station or Naniwabashi Station to get around town.
Fukushima
Known for Sightseeing, Tours, Romantic
4.5/5(12 reviews)
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Fukushima. Osaka Central Wholesale Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Nodahanshin Station or Tamagawa Station to see more of the city.
Honmachi
Known for Skyscrapers, Spas, Shopping
4.5/5(12 reviews)
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Nishi
Known for Skyscrapers, Shopping, Aquariums
4.5/5(75 reviews)
Shopping, hot springs, and spas highlight some notable features of Nishi. Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Orix Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishinagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town.
Chuo
Known for Shopping, Castles, Dining
4.5/5(171 reviews)
Chuo is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Osaka Museum of History and Osaka Castle. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Tanimachi4-chome Station or Tanimachi6-chome Station.