Kinki Region Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kinki Region
Where to stay in Kinki Region
Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"The APA Hotel is very convinently located to public transportation making it easy together around Osaka. The rooms are small by US standards, if you have lots of luggage it could be hard to store. The bed was comfortable but the pillows were the worst I ever had in any hotel. They felt like a foam ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Train station, restaurants & shopping very convenient. Limousine Bus terminal close by. Room was very warm. AC wasn’t keeping room cool enough. No drawers or enough space to store things."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
"Location is close to trains and in a great walkable neighbourhood. Although close to busy areas, this location is quiet and facilities clean."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
"It was comfortable. I guess I misread the fried print or did not read it well enough nothing has refills, but it was still OK. I just wish I would’ve known beforehand. The room was very clean and comfortable and the only other thing if you want a bike ride you have to have a Tokyo number in order ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho
"Clean rooms all serviced by an elevator. The washing machine came in handy as this was our last stop before going home. The dryer is actually the shower room with a setting to dry clothes - genius use of space. Our room had a balcony and a lovely view of the Osaka skyline."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
"The cleanliness of the room was very disappointing. I gave it 2 stars, and I have stayed in 3-star hotels before that were still much cleaner than this one. There was also a very strong cooking smell as soon as we walked into the room, which suggests that many guests cook in the room and that the ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Have a fun-filled day at Universal Studios Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Dotonbori
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Dotonbori, a favourite shopping spot in Osaka. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Nagashima Spa Land
Enjoy the rides and games at Nagashima Spa Land and see why people love this theme park in Kuwana. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Make time to visit the sea creatures 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.
Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Nagashima Spa Land
- Arima Onsen
- Osaka Castle
- Lake Biwa
- Nipponbashi
- Suzuka International Racing Course
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Intex Osaka
- Spa World
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Kuromon Market
- Uno Port
- Nishiki Market
- Nijō Castle
- Kyoto Tower
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- New Reoma World
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Himeji Castle
- Benesse House Museum
- Kyoto University
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
