Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Enjoy the excitement at Universal Studios Japan and see why people love this amusement park in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Dotonbori
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Dotonbori, a favorite shopping spot in Osaka. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle is a popular museum in Osaka with a rich history. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Make time to visit the sea animals who live at Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and find out why this is a popular attraction in Osaka. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Tsutenkaku Tower
You can learn about the history of Osaka with a stop at Tsutenkaku Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Minami Ward Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great Location close to Namba station, clean room, professional and very helpful staff, 24 hour front desk support, bathrooms have great water pressure and water temperature control. TV screen has a home page with a lot of useful information. Spa and great view from the 40th floor pool deck. When ...
Reviewed on 11 December 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Location
Reviewed on 13 December 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The hotel is conveniently located among many nice restaurants but in what seems to be a red light district so beware. Although it still means tourists are very safe because it is in Japan.
Reviewed on 14 December 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
I stayed in a quad room. It was clean and there was ample space for 4. There were 2 wash basins and separate bath and toilet, so it was convenient. Room looks new and refurbished.
Reviewed on 10 December 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Very clean, friendly staff. Great stay.
Reviewed on 3 December 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
This location was so convenient and close to everything. The staff are very helpful and friendly! Their additional perks were a huge bonus! Buffet, vending machines, coffee, laundry machines and luggage delivery. I would definitely stay here again when back in Osaka. Thank you for the wonderful ...
Reviewed on 11 December 2025
Other neighborhoods around Minami Ward
Nishinari
Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.
Tennoji
Major railway hub in southern Osaka, Tennōji boasts shopping streets like Abenobashisuji and centers such as Mio and Kintetsu Department Store. Explore Shitennō-ji temple, Tennōji Park, and the iconic Tsutenkaku tower in Shinsekai district.
Naniwa
Enjoy the popular shops in Naniwa. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more of Osaka.
Namba
Namba is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Dotonbori and Namba Parks, and you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
Minato
You might enjoy the shopping while in Minato. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Asashiobashi Station or Bentencho Station to see more of the city.
Minami Ward
- Big Bang
- Sakai Green Museum Harvest Hill
- Sakurai Shrine
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Castle
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nipponbashi
- Spa World
- Kuromon Market
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Intex Osaka
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Umeda Sky Building
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Port of Kobe
- Mount Koyasan
- Orix Theater
- Osaka Castle Park
- Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Legoland Discovery Center
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
- Osaka Station City
- Abeno Harukas
- Osaka International Convention Center
- Port of Osaka
