Tennoji Travel Guide
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Tennoji Zoo
Explore dynamic animal habitats and natural environments in this enormous wildlife exhibit in downtown Osaka.
Shitennoji Temple
Find a moments peace in Japan’s first Buddhist temple and explore its turtle-filled gardens and towering pagodas.
Tennoji Park
Welcome to the green refuge of downtown Osaka - a place to reflect by quiet ponds, see some stunning art or engage with historical landmarks.
Shitenno-ji Temple
Shitenno-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Osaka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Isshinji Temple
Isshinji Temple is just one of the places to see in Osaka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Keitakuen Garden
Keitakuen Garden is just one of the places to see in Osaka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: Umeda Sky Building - Kuchu Teien Observatory Admission Ticket
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Tennoji
Toyoko Inn Osaka Abeno Tennoji
Excellent hotel, close to train and metro stations. Good variety for breakfast. Competitive prices
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN ABENO TENNOJI
Always a great experience. The staff was knowledgeable, patient and kind. The room was quite spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The location is also excellent. It has a great view of ten-shiba and is a 5 minute walk from Tennoji Station.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka
Spacious room. Nicely maintained older hotel. Good food and excellent service at a reasonable room rate.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Anda no Mori Osaka Tennoji Tower
Great for families
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Miyako City Osaka Tennoji
Super convenient and good value.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
APA Hotel Tennoji Ekimae
room was very small
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tennoji
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.
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.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
