The second largest metropolitan city after Tokyo, Osaka can seem like a bit of a nightmare to navigate if you’re unfamiliar with the area. Luckily, there are plenty of readily available tours for you to choose from that’ll show you the very best that Osaka has to offer, completely curated and easy to book! Check out our list of the best tours in Osaka, Japan, and get to know the vibrant city!
1. Private Osaka Castle Walking & Dotonbori Food Tour! (from 18 USD)
Want to just focus on Osaka Castle itself but afraid you’ll get hungry? This tour is the answer to all your problems! Check out the Osaka Afternoon Tour and discover Osaka’s favorite snack - the Okonomiyaki or Takoyaki. You’ll be given a private guide to take you around the district, and explore the grand Osaka Castle. From Dotonbori’s street snacks to its old theaters and restaurants, you’ll be swamped with things to do. You will then visit Osaka Castle, and hear the many interesting stories about it from your guide.
Private Osaka Castle Walking & Dotonbori Food Tour!
Price: from 18 USD
2. Evening Street Food Hopping Tour in Downtown Osaka (from USD 132.0)
Foodies listen up! If you’re confused as to where to go for an evening snack, then look no further than this tour. You’ll be introduced to the very best of Osaka’s food scene, and the night will become your oyster as your guides take you on a culinary journey on this private 3-hour food tour of downtown Osaka. From bars to food stalls, you’ll get a chance to eat food as varied as grilled seafood, meat skewers, savory pancakes, and Asian-style pizza, before washing it down with beer, sake, and soft drinks. There’s plenty of walking to be done of course, to help aid digestion as you take in not only the tastes but also the bright lights of the big city, and hotel pickup and drop-off are even included. You’ll be satisfied and in love before you know it.
Evening Street Food Hopping Tour in Downtown Osaka
Duration: 3 hours
3. Private Full Day Tour of Osaka Temples, Gardens and Kofun Tombs (from USD 680.0)
Get cultured on this 7-hour full day private tour of Osaka. Different from the standard tourist attractions, you’ll be taken to places as varied as the kofun tombs south of the city, as well as temples and gardens. Travel around in a private luxury vehicle, and have lunch at a revolving sushi restaurant. Starting early so you’ll still have time in the late afternoon to explore more, you’ll learn about Japanese gardens and shrines and pagodas, and see things like a famous arch bridge and Buddhist temples. The epitome of zen indeed.
Osaka with Temples, Gardens, and Kofun Private Luxury Tour
Duration: 8 hours
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4. Osaka: 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus and Boat Ticket (from 31 USD)
Want some flexibility in your tour activities? Hop on this sightseeing bus and boat to get the best panoramic views of Osaka from the open top double decker bus, or even get on a boat at the Dotonburi River for a different, more watery experience of the city. You’re given free reign to get on and get off at any stop at your own convenience and leisure, and to help you out, you’ll even be given a 164-page guidebook to help you plan your trip. You can even add on an optional subway ticket and get discount coupons to more than 30 facilities. Perfect for people looking for freedom of choice and flexibility in travel.
Osaka: 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus and Boat Ticket
Price: from 31 USD
5. Private 1 Day Osaka Tour in Nature, Ocean, and from the Sky (from 51 USD)
Osaka has one of the absolute best aquariums in all of Japan. Surrounded by beautiful nature, you’re sure to enjoy everything there is on display here. And on this tour, you’ll get to go to gorgeous natural places from Mt. Temposan’s park, to Kaiyukan, the largest aquarium in Osaka, and enjoy visiting thousands of fish and even the humongous whale sharks from Japan. From here, guests can choose to either visit Osaka Castle or the Expo'70 Commemorative Park, which displays various trees, flowers, and future cities, before both groups end by visiting Umeda Sky Building to enjoy the bright and sparkling nightlight of Osaka from the sky. Take in fresh air, history and a boundlessly energetic life on this tour!
Private 1 Day Osaka Tour in Nature, Ocean, and from the Sky
Price: from 51 USD
6. Enjoy Night Time Bus Tour of Osaka's Best Sights! (from 28 USD)
Sometimes the best way to know a city’s character is through its nightlife. So hop on this night bus to get to know the city in all its busy streets and countless restaurants awash in the neon glow of the city’s lights! Walk through the busy streets of the Shinsekai area and taste the many foods available before visiting the Floating Garden Observatory at Umeda Sky Building, to enjoy a panoramic view of the city, and you’re sure to discover exactly why Osaka remains such a popular place to live for centuries on end.
Enjoy Night Time Bus Tour of Osaka's Best Sights!
Price: from 28 USD
7. Kuromon Market Walking Street Food Tour (36 USD)
Street-food hop in this highly-rated Kuromon Market walking tour where you will not only get to taste some of the best Osaka street foods, you’ll also have a chance to make new friends! You’ll have the best two hours of your trip trying out Osaka street foods recommended by locals, starting with the best Takoyaki in Osaka! Then try more food as you stroll along the Kuromon Market which has 100 years of history. With over 130 shops and stalls inside the market, you’ll save more time by having your local guide recommend the best street food stalls to stop by. As a bonus, you even get to visit Doguyasuji street, famous for kitchenware and cooking equipment. Book this tour if you’re a foodie who wants to enjoy authentic, tasty street food from a local’s perspective!
Kuromon Market Walking Street Food Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Price: 36 USD
8. Osaka Local Foodie Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai (80 USD)
Every city has its own unique charm and culture, and nothing can make you feel closer to a city more than to know about and indulge in their unique dishes! Osaka is the second largest metropolitan in Japan so sure enough there are a lot of noteworthy spots to dine in! Let this tour simplify the endeavor for you! In this jam-packed, all-inclusive food tour, you’ll be dining and tasting the best that Osaka’s cuisines have to offer! Enjoy a wide array of different delicacies such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu! That’s not all! Meander through Dotonbori and Shinsekai’s hidden alleyways and temples, all while learning about Osaka’s history and culture from our friendly local tour guide! You’ll feel like a true Japanese local after just 3 hours with us! What are you waiting for? Let’s go on a food trip!
Osaka Local Foodie Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai
Duration: 3 hours
Price: 80 USD
9. Hour Osaka Highlights Bike Tour (62 USD)
Get to know one of the three greatest castles in Japan and its surrounding area on a hybrid cycle! Osaka Castle is a treasure trove of well-kept secrets and an archive of history that you should not pass up seeing when you are visiting the city! Accompanied by a friendly local tour guide, skip the crowds and take a refreshing and energizing ride to Osaka Castle and learn about fun facts about Japanese history and culture! Don’t worry about anything else as this tour includes your bike rental and some Japanese snacks to munch on while you’re enjoying the excursion. Traveling sometimes can add a few pounds, especially with all the food that you get to try day in and day out! So why not shed some of the extra weight while having fun seeing Osaka on this bike tour? This experience will surely be one for the books!
3-Hour Osaka Highlights Bike Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Price: 62 USD
10. Osaka: Soul of Kansai Tour with Japanese Snacks (from USD 78.79)
Discover the very soul of Kansai on this tour, as you get off the beaten track and explore the old backstreets and markets of Osaka. There’s the New York inspired neighborhood of Shinsekai, the glittering, famed district of Dotonbori, and of course, you’ll get to taste yummy dishes like kushi-katsu and takoyaki octopus balls. Along the way, you’ll experience Osaka’s market culture up close, learning about traditional Sento (Japanese bath) and a newer Supersento - a stalwart of everyday life in Japan. Stroll down Dotonbori ’s long canal and you’re sure to fall in love with the sights along the way, and completely lose yourself in the wonder that is Osaka.
Osaka: Soul of Kansai Tour with Japanese Snacks
Duration: 3.5 hour
11. Osaka night tour (from USD 109.0)
Embark on this happening tour to experience the ultimate Osaka night. With the help of a knowledgeable local guide, you will get to uncover hidden gems of the city. Begin your journey at a traditional izakaya (pub), relishing an authentic Japanese pub dinner paired with a drink. Then go for a stroll through Namba’s enchanting lanes, delving into lesser-known alleyways that unveil the city’s concealed charm, far from the bustling tourist zones.
Your guide will introduce you to unique hidden bars, sharing insights into Japanese beverages. As the night unfolds, witness the radiant lights of Dotombori. Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Shinsaibashi and Amemura, the electrifying party hubs, culminating in the perfect ending to an epic Osaka night.
The Ultimate Osaka Night Tour
Duration: 3hours
12. Osaka Full-Day Walking Tour with Osaka River Cruise (from USD 145.0)
How do you experience Osaka in all its wonder and glory? By going on a full day, 6-hour walking tour of course! Inclusive of lunch and a 1-hour river cruise, this tour will give you all the most prominent landmarks of Osaka, from shogun exhibits at Osaka Castle to the Floating Garden Observatory at the Umeda Sky Building, to even admiring sights including the Twin Towers and City Hall on Nakanoshima Isle. You’ll meet your tour at the Hotel Granvia Osaka, before continuing on foot to explore all the sights of the tour. Midway through the day you’ll be treated to a yummy lunch, and explore everything from the subway stations to the massive stone fortress that is Osaka Castle. You’ll even get to go on a 1-hour cruise around the island of Nakanoshima, situated in the middle of one of several rivers running through Osaka and get some fantastic views and photo opportunities while here.
Osaka 1-Day Walking Tour : Osaka castle, Aerial Garden Observatory, River Cruise
Duration: 7 hours
13. Tea Ceremony wearing a Kimono in Osaka (from USD 63.0)
Ever wanted to feel like a true blue Japanese? Now you can, by experiencing an ancient green tea ceremony in an actual tea room while wearing a traditional kimono! Beautiful kimonos are available to wear and you’ll be experiencing authentic matcha and Japanese sweets. Both males and females are welcome to partake in this experience, and you’ll be taught by a qualified instructor who will walk you through step by step a traditional tea ceremony. From here, you’re sure to gain a stronger sense of wellbeing, mindfulness and harmony. Learn about the historical and ritual like origins of this ceremony, and for you, it’s the perfect way to spend a day getting truly cultured by these incredibly friendly people in a picture perfect setting.
Tea Ceremony in a Kimono in Osaka
Duration: 60 to 90 minutes
14. Osaka Welcome Tour: Private Tour with a Local (from USD 55.0)
Let a local lead you around Osaka with this tour. You’ll meet plenty of friendly people alongside discovering fascinating places, and learn all about the city’s best kept secrets. Your tour guide is assured to be passionate and recommend the absolute best things to do in the city, not to mention practical tips such as the best places to eat and buy groceries and the easiest ways to get around from place to place. By the end of the tour, you’re assured to feel like Osaka has become a second home and you’ll make the most out of your stay!
Welcome to Osaka: Private Tour with a Local Host
Duration: 2.0 hour
Immerse yourself in Osaka
With so many different tours available for you to explore Osaka, the city will practically be at your fingertips by the end of your tour. You’ll know the city like the back of your hand and hopefully, walk away with a better idea of how the city works, and the absolute best places to wine, dine and gain a little more insight into this endlessly fascinating Japanese district.
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