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 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.
Dotonbori Glico Sign
You can learn about the history of Osaka with a visit to Dotonbori Glico Sign. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka-jō Hall
Catch an event at Osaka-jō Hall during your trip to Osaka. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.
Chuo Hotel Deals
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Location: About a 14-minute walk from Namba Station. Pro tip: if you use Google Maps, it routes you through paths with elevators instead of stairs — so you won’t have to drag your luggage up and down train station steps (a small win after a long flight). The hotel is conveniently located in Namba. ...
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Really nice hotel, great amenities and great staff. I would def stay here again.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Great location to the center of the city and great metro connection nearby. The room was well equipped and clean. Hotel provided with bags storage and recommendations.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
Liked everything!
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
방이 깨끗하고 직원분들도 매우 친절하여 다음에 또 방문 하고 싶어요
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider a stop by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Shinsaibashi
Discover Osaka's main shopping hub, featuring the covered Shinsaibashi-suji street and Amerika-mura, a youth culture hotspot. Shop at luxury brands and popular stores, easily accessible via subway stations.
Minami
Minami is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Osaka minami move on arena. 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.
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