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Family-Friendly Attractions
Top 20 Family-Friendly Attractions in Osaka [2025]
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Universal Studios Japan
4.7
/5
29863 reviews
10
From £44.06
Based on 11,230 reviews
Osaka Bay | 7.1 km from downtown
Phone +81 570-200-606
Address: 2 Chome-1-33 Sakurajima, Konohana Ward, Osaka, 554-0031, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Join & enjoy Minion parade!
A 1:1 recreation of the Super Mario game world
Saved by 35083 users21419 positive reviews
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So many people!!!
It was fun, but the line was so unbearable! They basically told us how long it would take, so we were fully prepared.
The staff were so helpful, and the emotional value was incredible!!!
The service at Universal Studios Japan is indeed very good. Although there are some language barriers and I can't understand a lot, the emotional value is full, the service staff always have a smile on their faces, and the experience is superb.
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Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
4.7
/5
3428 reviews
8.4
From £4.61
Based on 6,799 reviews
Osaka Bay | 8 km from downtown
Phone +81 06-65765501
Address: 1-1-10 Kaigandori, Minato-ku, Osaka City, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Whale sharks & manta rays nearby
Get up close to whale sharks and dolphins
Saved by 9022 users2495 positive reviews
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It will be a good place for parent-child paradise. The whole itinerary is well planned. Although the aquarium is not big, the animals of all kinds are very cute.
Although there is a little communication barrier due to language problems, you can still appreciate a lot through the wonderful performances of the keepers.
Totally enjoyed my visit to the osaka aquarium. I got to finally see a mola mola in real life and whale sharks and a fringed shark from Australia. Plus penguins and the fish with a sucker at it's belly. So amazing. 100% fun 100% educational
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Osaka Castle Park
4.8
/5
6581 reviews
8.1
Based on 7,021 reviews
Osaka Castle/Kyobashi/Eastern Osaka | 2.3 km from downtown
Phone +81-6-6755-4146
Address: 1-1 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1.5-3 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Saved by 6567 users5954 positive reviews
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Osaka Castle Park is located at 3-11 Osaka Castle, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Japan, with a total area of 105.6 hectares. It is surrounded by five subway stations. Not far away are the Keihan Main Line's Tenmabashi and Kyobashi stations, as well as JR's Osaka Castle Park Station. It has convenient transportation and is well connected. In the center of Osaka Castle Park stands the castle tower, which is a historical museum with a five-story exterior and an eight-story interior structure. The park not only has thirteen important cultural heritage sites, but also historical relics and cultural heritage sites that witness history.
Osaka Castle Park has a total area of 105.6 hectares, with the castle tower standing in the center. In the park not only has thirteen important cultural heritage sites, but also historical relics and cultural heritage sites that witness history.
The main attractions include: the castle tower, Honmaru, Ninomaru, Higashigai moat, Nishinomaru Garden, Toyoshoan, Tamon Gyor (observatory), Senkan Gyor (observatory), dry yor and time capsule, etc.
While the castle itself may seem overrated, the surrounding and the park is absolutely a treat. I would definitely recommend to take the inter park train, walk around the castle and check out their merch shop.
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LEGOLAND Discovery Center Osaka
4.4
/5
547 reviews
7.3
From £16.37
Based on 215 reviews
Osaka Bay | 7.8 km from downtown
Phone +81-800-100-5346
Address: 1-1-10 Kaigandori, Minato-ku, Osaka City Tempozan Market Place (Tempozan Market Place) 3 Towers
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Featured in 2025 Asia 100 – Family-Friendly Attractions
Highlights:
Enjoy a surprising 4D movie experience
LEGO meals enhance family fun
Saved by 1615 users417 positive reviews
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If you're a LEGO fan, I recommend checking it out. It's located inside a shopping mall, and the area isn't very large, but the iconic Japanese buildings inside are quite detailed and beautiful. There's also a fun interactive shooting game for parents and children. My kids loved it.
This Lego Discovery Center is the same as Lego Discovery Centers in many cities. It has Lego miniature landscapes, Lego interactive areas (build buildings and then shake them with buttons, assemble cars, etc.), Lego 3D movies... It also has a small climbing and naughty castle for children to play, a flying carousel, and a theme restaurant. That's all. You can see everything quickly after entering. If you want to come here specifically for it, it's really not necessary, but the problem is that this area has the Kaiyukan, the Tempozan Ferris Wheel, and cruise ships, which are places where you can play for a whole day, so this Lego Center deserves a place 😅 Children can play, and I used the Kansai Travel Pass at the time, which was bought at a seafood market. It cost 70 per person and could play three attractions, and this Lego was one of them. The cost performance was immediately blown up 😂😂😂
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SPAWORLD HOTEL&RESORT
4.7
/5
528 reviews
7.1
Shinsaibashi/Namba/Yotsubashi | 4.9 km from downtown
Phone +81-6-66310001
Address: 3-chōme-4-24 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Kids' summer fun at pool
Roman Baths & Blue Grotto
Saved by 2825 users397 positive reviews
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Nice and clean hotel/spa in the popular tourist area, Shinsekai and Tsutenkaku area. Mega Don Quijote Shinsekai, famous Spa world hotel and resort Osaka and several nearby metro lines make it very convenient for solo or families travellers.Strict rules od no tattoo is allowed/tolerated in the Onsen area. Enjoy!!
We love Japan! Osaka Spa World is a large, popular onsen (hot spring) theme park in Osaka, Japan, offering a variety of themed baths, saunas, and relaxation areas from different countries around the world. love this place❤️
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Kids Plaza Osaka
4.8
/5
406 reviews
6.9
From £7.67
Based on 381 reviews
Osaka Station/Umeda/Yodoyabashi/Hommachi | 1.4 km from downtown
Phone +81-6-63116601
Address: 2 Chome-1-7 Ogimachi, Kita, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
No.15 of Best Things to Do in Osaka
Highlights:
Role-play various careers
Children role-playing (Experience variety of career)
Saved by 1073 users332 positive reviews
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Very interesting children's playground. Both of my children like it (7 years old and 14 years old). The main play floors are 3-5. The 5th floor mainly has a super large bubble machine, which can cover children in bubbles, and there is a ninja dart experience. You can also buy a small bag with stamps on both sides. The 4th floor is a fun castle with a very delicate design. It is connected to the tubular slide on the 5th floor. You can experience various climbing exercises, as well as professional experiences such as police and postmen. The baby can also play house with props. The 3rd floor is a creative classroom. I arrived late and didn't go there. The overall environment is worth the trip. I recommend everyone to go there.
it was a trip to Japan with family and we visited Kids Plaza Osaka. it was really fun and interesting and we really enjoyed ourselves there!
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Tempozan Ferris Wheel
4.7
/5
665 reviews
6.4
Based on 1,701 reviews
Osaka Bay | 7.7 km from downtown
Phone +81-6-65766222
Address: 1-chōme-1-10 Kaigandōri, Minato Ward, Osaka, 552-0022, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 15-30 minutes
No.20 of Best Things to Do in Osaka
Saved by 2189 users289 positive reviews
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The Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel in Osaka is a striking landmark that offers stunning views of the city and Osaka Bay. It provides a unique perspective, especially at sunset or after dark when the wheel is beautifully illuminated.Each cabin is spacious and comfortable, allowing for a relaxing ride as you ascend. The experience is family-friendly, making it a great activity for visitors of all ages.
Tempozan Ferris Wheel is worth a visit, but don't book tickets on Ctrip! The booking link is not available, and the problem cannot be solved after contacting the backend for an hour. You can only buy your own ticket to go up. The reserved tickets cannot be refunded. Ctrip's ticket booking service is very poor and the response speed is very slow! The price of Ctrip tickets is also more expensive than buying them on site. The on-site price is 900 yen, and Ctrip is 73 yuan! No one cared from 7 o'clock to 8 o'clock, and the temperature on site was 35 degrees (August 4)!!!
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teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka
4.6
/5
288 reviews
6.2
From £10.23
Based on 55 reviews
Uehommachi/Tennoji/Southern Osaka | 9.4 km from downtown
Phone +81 06-66995120
Address: 1-23 Nagai Koen, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 546-0034
Featured in Best Things to Do
Saved by 1233 users265 positive reviews
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Гениальная идея в парке сделать визуальный и звуковой эффект, сходите, не пожалеете. Самая приятная прогулка в конце жаркого дня.
Went with friends and family. It’s very fun and beautifully set up. All children and adults had a blast. The only problem was it was a very windy night so we didn’t go through all the exhibit sadly as we were all too cold!
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Tennoji Zoo
4.6
/5
353 reviews
6.0
Based on 765 reviews
Tennoji | 4.8 km from downtown
Phone +81 6-6771-8401
Address: 1-108 Chausuyamacho, Tennoji Ward, Osaka, 543-0063, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Featured in Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Observe hippos up close
Half of Tennoji Park
Saved by 1112 users167 positive reviews
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what is best is to enjoy and go to the animals park, the zoo is convenient to get there , lots of lovable animals there to spend an afternoon
It is a century-old zoo in the urban area.
There are many cute animals inside,
You can enjoy it up close, which is a special feature here.
If you don’t want too many people,
You can choose to enter the park two hours before closing.
You can also see the bear feeding show at 4:30 p.m.
There is also a method for quickly returning animals to their cages after get off work 🤭
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Osaka Museum of History
4.6
/5
385 reviews
5.8
Based on 620 reviews
Osaka Castle/Kyobashi/Eastern Osaka | 2.1 km from downtown
Phone +81 6-6946-5728
Address: 4-chōme-1-32 Ōtemae, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0008, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Featured in Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Interactive Osaka history experience
Naniwa Palace model & view
Saved by 301 users131 positive reviews
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The general tour from the 10th floor to the 6th floor costs 600 yen. The construction history of Osaka Castle began in the Sui and Tang Dynasties. It was greatly influenced by ancient China. The maids' dress, etiquette, and specifications make people feel as if they have traveled back to the ancient Tang Dynasty of China. When you go to a city, you must visit the city's museum
I recommend tourists who are interested in local history to visit this museum. You can know and learn more abouthl history of Osaka.
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