What other travelers are saying about Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle – A Fascinating Blend of History and Breathtaking Views!
A must-visit for anyone coming to Osaka! Osaka Castle is a superb example of how to combine historical preservation with contemporary culture.
The tour inside the structure itself is captivating. The castle museum displays a diverse and enriching collection of exhibits that vividly tell the story of the castle and the legendary figure Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
The highlight of the visit is, without a doubt, the panoramic view from the top floor. This is the perfect spot to look out over the modern city of Osaka and enjoy a stunning picture that combines the castle's beauty with the city skyline.
Highly recommend to everyone!
This is one place I definitely don’t regret getting a ticket for to go inside. If you like history, it’s quite interesting. To be honest, I have minimal interest in history but the way that they showed everything was super interesting and I actually learnt a lot about the castle and the way it came about.
It was great learning about the original castle and the history of its creation and also the timeline of the man responsible for its erection. The current castle itself is very impressive and you can go all the way to the upper level to see a panoramic view of Osaka.
I recommend going early. When we arrived (about 9am), we waited about 15 minutes in line to get a ticket with maybe 30 or so people in line. When we left, the line was definitely probably a 45 minute wait or so… buying a ticket online is probably a good idea too 🤷♀️
The outside of the castle is free to wander around and it is beautiful!!
I went here for a day tour. It is really great that you can enjoy the surrounding area including the fort and moat without paying anything.
You can however have a more comfortable trip on their tourist train cart that tours the whole Osaka Castle grounds and can bring you to the nearest Metro stations
If you want to enjoy the main castle you need to pay anything entrance fee but even without doing so you can enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the Osaka Castle.
However paying a certain fee can get you inside the castle however be prepared for a long queue.
Happy that we visited Osaka castle today. It's quite beautiful as are the gardens. Loved the architecture. It was quite crowded, so we decided to walk around the side and the back of the castle. We also enjoyed an ice cafe late at Starbucks cafe nearby.
The castle itself is very impressive and beautiful! You just need to see it from the outside (free are). No need to go inside unless you really like the history. It was overcrowded and just like an ordinary museum inside - I thought we would have seen some of the original structure inside but you don’t.
If you do go inside, but tickets before hand (I recommend klook).
Before visiting, check the castle's opening hours and entrance fees. The castle tower and Nishinomaru Garden require admission fees, but other areas of the castle grounds are free to enter. Special events or holidays may extend opening hours.
Osaka Castle Park highlights include the central Castle Tower, Nishinomaru Garden with cherry trees, the Osaka Castle Museum, and the Plum Grove.
You can enjoy traditional tea ceremonies, kimono rentals, and seasonal festivals at Osaka Castle.
Osaka Castle and its vicinity offer a range of dining options, from cafes within the park to diverse restaurants nearby.
Arrive early, wear comfortable shoes, check the event schedule, and consider the Osaka Amazing Pass for added value and convenience.
