Visit Nishi Ward
Popular places to visit
Hamadera Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hamadera Park, a lovely green space in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kansai Electric Power Co., Ltd.
Find out about the history of Sakai when you take a trip to Kansai Electric Power Co., Ltd.. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
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
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Top hotels in Nishi Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
All the amenities you could need
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
At a very convenient location, walkable to train stations and connecting stations and big shopping malls. Amazing breakfast spread and hot tea throughout the day. Safe and clean as well.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Second stay with them and would gladly do so again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
I love that this hotel offers free breakfast & it’s next to a station which makes it easy to travel.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
This is a large hotel with many tour groups trying to use the facilities at the same time which was a little troublesome. The hotel is well located and the room was clean.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Clean room, subway access right down stairs, 24/7 kobini right on the second floor.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishi Ward
Konohana
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Konohana. If sightseeing is on the list, Universal Studios Japan is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Sakurajima Station or Universal City Station to see more of the area.
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.
Minato
Minato is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Asashiobashi Station or Bentencho Station to explore sights like Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.
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).
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.
Nishi Ward Travel Guide
- Universal Studios Japan
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Spa World
- Osaka Castle
- Nipponbashi
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Kobe Harborland
- Kuromon Market
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Orix Theater
- Nizigen Nomori Park
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Nara Kenko Land
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Meriken Park
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
