Travel to historic Osaka
Enjoy the area's museums, history and theater scene and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Osaka. This city's shopping, restaurants and sightseeing draw many visitors. Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are a couple of places to search for that perfect souvenir. With a vacation rental, you get a home away from home. Many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in Osaka
Are you searching for attractions to see while you're in town? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that Osaka has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Universal Studios Japan (4.5 mi / 7.2 km)
- Spa World (3.6 mi / 5.9 km)
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
- Taihei-no-yu Namba Bathhouse (3.1 mi / 5 km)
- Tennoji Zoo (3.6 mi / 5.7 km)
- Legoland Discovery Center (5 mi / 8 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Osaka
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Osaka. These are some of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Arima Onsen (15.4 mi / 24.8 km)
- Nakanoshima Park (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Utsubo Park (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
- Osaka Castle Park (2 mi / 3.3 km)
- Tombori River Walk (2.3 mi / 3.7 km)
- Solaniwa-Onsen Osaka Bay Tower (3.1 mi / 5 km)
Transportation options to and around Osaka
The nearest airport is in Itami Airport (ITM), located 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Kobe Airport (UKB), which is 15.8 mi (25.4 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Station and Oebashi Station are the main stations in the area. It's easy to get around Osaka by catching a ride on the metro at Higashi-Umeda Station, Umeda Station (Hanshin) or Umeda Station (Hankyu).