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Things to do in Osaka

Street food after dark, neon under the bridges, the loudest welcome in Japan. A live, curated grid from Viator — tours, day trips, food experiences, skip-the-line tickets — every card bookable, every price real-time.

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Best things to do in Osaka

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Day trips from Osaka

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The Dotonbori river with its massive neon billboards

3h to 7h

Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour

Discover the real Osaka on your walking tour featured on Channel 5 UK's Jane McDonald in Japan.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $43 a person

Discover the iconic Osaka Castle, where history meets the modern cityscape!!

1h 30m

Osaka Castle Walking Tour and Castle Tower Admission

Discover the history of Osaka Castle on a guided walking tour.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Bestseller

From $33 a person

5h to 7h

Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour: Castle, Dotonbori, Gems & Lunch

“TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2025 Winner” tour!

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $63 a person

Deep Osaka Night Walking Tour with Optional Dinner

Discover the ghetto, retro zone, yakuza, redlight district, illegal gambling dens and the intriguing neighbourhoods of Osaka with your quirky, knowledgeable & affable tour guide.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $51 a person

Osaka Backstreet Nightlife & Street Food Walking Tour

Combine the famous food scene of Osaka with our local knowledge of some of the most unique drinking establishments in town!

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $104 a person

Osaka Highlights: 4-Hour Walking Tour with Castle

This is your tour if you demand a private tour with both the big sights as well as a walk on the local side.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $58 a person

2h to 8h

Osaka Private Guided Tour with a Local and a Custom Itinerary

Discover the authentic heart of Osaka with a private, fully personalized walking tour tailored to your interests.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $79 a person

3h to 5h

3/4/5 Hours Private Tour in Osaka with Local Guide

We offer you a totally private and personalized visit according to your tastes and desires.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $114 a person

Osaka: Iconic Castle and Dotonbori Highlights Walking Tour

Osaka is a city best seen on foot, and this route proves it.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $63 a person

Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local

Winner of the TripAdvisor 'Best of the Best' (2025 & 2026) and the Viator Experience Awards (2025), this local-led evening tour through Osaka takes you through the retro...

Top-rated · 5.0★
Bestseller

From $82 a person

Osaka E-Bike Tour with a Local Guide

While exploring Osaka, take your sightseeing outdoors: by bicycle.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $57 a person

Shinsekai, this is where food meets culture.

Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries

Your guide Andy-Kenji or friend(tour featured on Netflix's Someone Feed Phil" in the 7th season), has extensive knowledge of the local foodie scene...you'll go where only the...

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $82 a person

1h to 1h 30m

Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Osaka Shop

You have seen it on Social Media, now it's your turn to try it!

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $54 a person

10h

One-Day Tour of Kyoto's Highlights from Osaka/Kyoto

Enjoy a culturally enriching tour of Kyoto's most famous landmarks, including Fushimi Inari Temple, Arashiyama and the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kiyomizu-dera Temple and...

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $63 a person

Osaka Private Day Trip - Enjoy Your First-Time Visit to Osaka!

First-time visitors to Osaka who want a comprehensive overview of the city will love this handy private walking tour that utilizes the public transport system.

4.9★ · 56 reviews
Free cancellation

From $132 a person

Osaka Walking Tour with Dotonbori River Cruise

[Highlights] Boarding the Dotonbori River Cruise Secret backstreets of the city Check out for Street Food(Takoyaki, Gyoza, etc) Iconic giant billboards Osaka is the heart of...

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $32 a person

Osaka Food Tour: 17 Delicious Dishes at 4 Local Eateries

Step into Osaka’s nostalgic side with a retro street food tour through Shinsekai, one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods filled with neon lights, old-school charm, and bold...

Top-rated · 5.0★
Bestseller

From $82 a person

3h to 5h

Private Osaka Tour from Your Hotel with Local Guide

Embark on a journey through the vibrant streets of Osaka with our meticulously crafted tours, offering the perfect blend of exploration and personalization.

5.0★ · 91 reviews
Free cancellation

From $108 a person

Walking Tour of Osaka's 5 Must-See Sights, with Ramen for Lunch

We shall visit 5 Osaka's absolute must visit locations with an experienced English guide, with tasty Ramen for lunch.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $56 a person

Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume

***YOU NEED TO BRING AN VALID DRIVING LICENSE AS WELL AS YOUR PASSPORT**** For driver's license: Book type is valid ALL CARD/DEGITAL TYPE DRIVING LICENSE ISN'T VALID! 1. You need...