Things to do in Osaka: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Osaka (Japan): 大阪城, アメリカ村, キッズプラザ大阪, 大阪市立科学館, 国立国際美術館, 3 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Osaka

Hotels in Osaka

Frequently asked questions about Osaka

When is the best time to visit Osaka?

No month combines 18–33 °C daytime highs with under 100 mm of rain in Osaka; the warmest month is August (34 °C average daytime high).

How many days do you need in Osaka?

Our 3 day-by-day plans for Osaka last 2 to 5 days.

How much does a trip to Osaka cost?

On site (flights excluded), our plans start at €1400–1900 per person for 5 days, including lodging, meals, visits and transport.

What to do in Osaka in 2 days?

Our “Osaka Essentials” plan: Day 1 — Osaka Castle; Day 2 — Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine.

What to do in Osaka in 3 days?

Our “Osaka and Himeji” plan: Day 1 — Osaka Castle; Day 2 — Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine; Day 3 — Himeji.

Where to stay in Osaka?

Close to the tourist centre: カンデオホテルズ大阪ザ・タワー (150 m), The Rise Osaka Kitashinchi (250 m), 相鉄フレッサイン (300 m). Our directory lists 386 hotels in Osaka, to contact directly.

What to see in Osaka?

Some places to see in the centre: 大阪城, アメリカ村, キッズプラザ大阪, 教育の塔, 大阪市立科学館, 国立国際美術館.

Sights in Osaka

Museums in Osaka

Parks and gardens in Osaka

Where to eat in Osaka