Kansai International Airport 45 min
Osaka Tennoji Zoo (18 min)
Mainstay in Tennōji Park housing 200-plus species in varied habitats, from savanna to rainforest. Sumiyoshi Taisha (23 min)
Historic, 3rd-century Shinto shrine in a scenic setting with a red footbridge & a peaceful garden. American Village (25 min)
Shopping and fashion Universal Studios Japan (28 min)
This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment. Tsutenkaku (22 min)
Famous for its neon lights, this landmark features an observation deck open to the public. Umeda Sky Building (24 min)
Striking conjoined skyscrapers with a garden rooftop observation area, restaurant & cocktail lounge. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (28 min)
One of the world's biggest aquariums, with exhibits ranging from Arctic to tropical marine life. Harukas 300 (22 min)
3-tiered observation areas on the 58th–60th floors, with an open-air atrium, enclosed glass & cafe. Hōryū-ji (31 min)
Buddhist temple with frescoes, statues & the world's oldest wooden buildings on its grounds. Dotonbori (25 min)
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters. Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel (27 min)
This 112.5m Ferris wheel holds 480 passengers & offers panoramic views plus illumination shows. Osaka Castle (17 min)
Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits. Osaka Castle Park (23 min)
Vast green space offering gardens with cherry blossoms, athletic fields, open-air theaters & more. Shitennoji (22 min)
Famed Buddhist temple built in 593 A.D. & featuring a 5-story pagoda, statues & ponds with turtles. Abeno Harukas (20 min)
Osaka's tallest building features an observation deck, a department store, an art museum & a hotel. | 
