Title: Visit Minato: Best of Minato, Osaka Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Minato](https://expedia.ca/Minato-Osaka-Hotels.0-n179226-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Osaka](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Osaka](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Minato Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Minato.d179226.Car-Rental-Guide)[Minato Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Minato.d179226.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Minato ## Osaka ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan which includes marine life as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91756-Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan which includes marine life as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91760-Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91749-Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan featuring marine life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91748-Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing interior views and marine life as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91759-Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Minato Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Osaka travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Osaka.dx179897) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91746-Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan 4.5/5(76 reviews) Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91620-Tempozan-Harbor-Village-Ferris-Wheel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel 4/5(1 review) This iconic Ferris wheel rises to great heights above Osaka Harbor and offers stellar views of the city's industrial skyline. [](https://expedia.ca/Tempozan-Giant-Ferris-Wheel-Minato.d6076360.Vacation-Attraction) ![Osaka Bay Tower](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/cee6807274fc5a21feafc06d2a2dd233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Bay Tower After visiting Osaka Bay Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Bay-Tower-Minato.d553248635975478017.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Tempozan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/3b7613c9321f803577154229822fc7c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Tempozan Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tempozan during your travels in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Tempozan-Minato.d553248621532771441.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tempozan Market Place](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a79d65d58458b7fcb011bf6570a0992b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tempozan Market Place During your visit to Osaka, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Tempozan Market Place. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tempozan-Market-Place-Minato.d553248621562273125.Vacation-Attraction) #### Legoland Discovery Center 4.5/5(7 reviews) Bring the kids to Legoland Discovery Center and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Legoland-Discovery-Center-Minato.d553248622443074324.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48688375/8bcca182-8bfb-4571-9ef8-1e7ca81f1579.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket CA $105 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/osaka-universal-studios-japan-admission-ticket.a48688375.activity-details) ![The Universal Studio in Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/227085/e5ec5c42-5aee-4de0-82bc-b926a4b233f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation CA $188 per adult **72%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47903859/6b762898-cc1c-498c-ba6d-629511c136fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO CA $43 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/osakafamily-friendly-kimono-yukata-experience-at-wargo.a47903859.activity-details) ![One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/461474/a879c9a5-ff30-4c52-a0d5-e7557867561c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara CA $107 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/one-day-tour-of-japans-ancient-capitals-kyoto-and-nara.a461474.activity-details) ![KYOTO SIGHTSEEING PASS E-ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50699945/6b9bd2be-fb75-4127-92a9-8e63fb8df05a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Sightseeing Pass E ticket CA $21 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kyoto-sightseeing-pass-e-ticket.a50699945.activity-details) ![Visit historical sites in Osaka such as Shitennoji Temple, one of Japan's oldest temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50703268/376b24a4-b0f0-4517-b4a6-e2e334be02ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Subway and Attractions Pass CA $50 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/osaka-subway-and-attractions-pass.a50703268.activity-details) [See all activities in Osaka](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Minato Hotel Deals ![ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21080000/21078100/21078021/bc42c965_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower 1-2-1 Benten, Minato-ku Osaka Osaka CA $87 CA $98 total Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,189 reviews) Overall my stay was good. The hotel is beautiful and the rooms are very clean. Housekeeping came daily to tidy up and make the bed. They provide basic hygiene items. The bed was ok but no major complaints there. The hotel is right near the trains which was very convenient. The price was great. I ... Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F01%2F2026&endDate=23%2F01%2F2026&selected=21078021&PinnedHotelID=21078021&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179226) ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka CA $83 CA $100 total Dec 25 - Dec 26 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,344 reviews) Friendly staff Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F12%2F2025&endDate=26%2F12%2F2025&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179226) ![BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117660000/117655000/117654930/9e3d94bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi 4-5-18 Minamihonmachi, Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka CA $50 CA $56 total Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026 Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (320 reviews) Room was spotless and great staff Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=117654930&PinnedHotelID=117654930&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179226) ![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/4b72dd86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka CA $82 CA $106 total Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,072 reviews) The room was very clean with plenty of ammenities. The only downside was the bathroom smelled a bit damp. Breakfast each morning eith a big selection and we found the hotel in a convenient location for everything in Osaka and to travel to other places nearby. Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179226) ![Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35890000/35881600/35881577/030c2943_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA 1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka CA $119 CA $148 total Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026 Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,203 reviews) Located near Osaka station. Below the hotel is a shopping mall with plenty of food selection. Room is well cleaned. Check-in is using automated system. Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=35881577&PinnedHotelID=35881577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179226) ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/f5fcb13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka CA $111 CA $144 total Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026 Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,653 reviews) Our family recently enjoyed a six-night stay in one of your family rooms, and we had a truly excellent experience. 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Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Orix Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Nagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Nishi.dx179213) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477815-Naniwa-Osaka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Naniwa 4.5/5(74 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Naniwa.dx179180) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/346239e79842d7ac299c0f01ad573632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fukushima 4.5/5(8 area reviews) You might enjoy the restaurants while in Fukushima. Osaka Central Wholesale Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Nodahanshin Station or Noda Station (Hanshin) to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Fukushima.dx6004596) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477605-Osaka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nishishinsaibashi Nishishinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Dotonbori and Amerikamura, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Nishishinsaibashi.dx553248635389799337) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nishinari 2/5(1 area review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Nishinari.dx6204272) ![Namba which includes a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/122000/122423-Namba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Namba 4.5/5(251 area reviews) 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). [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Namba.dx6050895) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Minato ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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