Shinsaibashi Travel Guide
Osaka
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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.
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.
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.
Tsutenkaku Tower
You can learn about the history of Osaka with a trip to Tsutenkaku Tower. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Shinsaibashi
Hotel Nikko Osaka
Clean and comfy room. Location is fantastic n super convenient! Will definately book again
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Cross Hotel Osaka
Incredible staff, very helpful and welcoming. We were allowed to check in early, given great recommendations, just a really well run hotel centrlaly located right in the heart of Dotombori.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Good location. Don't like the machine to check in. Comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Clean rooms, nice views, great location
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Room spotless and staff are pleasant
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Very good
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shinsaibashi
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Minami
Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.
Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing.
