Osaka: Old Town Highlights and Castle Park Walking Tour

Explore Nakanoshima Park, visit a traditional Japanese confectionery shop, and stroll through Osaka Castle Park on a guided walking tour.
Begin your tour by exploring Nakanoshima, a district known for its historical buildings like the Osaka Central Public Hall and Nakanoshima Library. Stroll through Nakanoshima Park, the first public park in Osaka, established in the Meiji era. Admire the scenic Suisho Bridge, the Neo-Renaissance-style Osaka Central Public Hall, the elegant Nakanoshima Library with its marble columns, and the famous Namba Bridge guarded by lion statues. In the park’s center, discover a rose garden with about 3,700 rose bushes, offering a serene and colorful experience throughout the seasons.

Next, head to Kitahama Station, enjoying a pleasant walk along the river. Stop by the long-established Japanese confectionery shop, Genkichoan, and purchase bite-sized traditional sweets. These seasonal treats offer a delicate taste of Japan and are perfect for enjoying during your stroll.

Finally, visit Osaka Castle Park, a vast green space surrounding the castle built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the late 16th century. While this tour does not include entry to the castle tower, you can enjoy the impressive exterior of the castle and the beautiful surrounding scenery. In autumn (early to mid-November), vibrant autumn leaves frame the castle, and picturesque rows of ginkgo trees line the moat, making it an ideal spot for photography.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.