Private Tour
Osaka 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the vibrant city of Osaka on a full-day walking tour with our government-licensed, experienced English-speaking guides! From the beautiful Osaka castle, to Dotonbori District’s legendary Takoyaki, and the retro vibes of Shinsekai District with its famous giant blowfish lantern, Osaka’s many dynamic and vibrant sights will enthrall you. Hungry after all that exploring? The kitchen of Japan, Osaka, is more than happy to tempt you with its many savory local dishes. Book a tour with us in Osaka to find the best places to eat okonomiyaki!
Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 2 to 3 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests.
We welcome you to come and explore the unique culture of Osaka with us! Or as they say in the Osaka dialect, “Maido”!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Osaka
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'What to expect' list
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private transportation
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Dotombori District
We will take a walk through Dotonbori street with its huge billboards, hundreds of restaurants and food stalls selling local foods including the famous Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki.
Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
A 150 meter long shopping street lined with specialty stores with every cooking utensil and kitchen item available. The Doguyasuji Festival on October 9 (Tool Day) is an event where various tools are on sale, and where the Garapon Lottery will also be held. In addition, you can take part in hands-on food sample making and glass-etching experiences, as well as an ever-increasing number of artisanal restaurants.
Options
Osaka 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Pickup included
Reviews
343 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour to see Osaka city
TATIANA M,
Jul 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00It is a very flexible tour, very complete and tailor-made for our group to visit Osaka city privately. Our guide Fumiko was very friendly, patient and always willing to collaborate with the best attitude, show us the best of Osaka in our pace and taking the necessary time. Widely recommended! Great experience for the family. We appreciate that.
Osaka tour 2025
Marcus C,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful tour around Osaka. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting information about the places we visited. He was also very friendly and approachable, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The length of the tour was just right for us—especially on such a hot day—and we still managed to find time to take some great photos.
What a great tour that...
Neal L,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a great tour that the whole family enjoyed. The city is amazing and would be difficult to navigate without a tour guide and they did not disappoint! Thank you
Our guide was wonderful. ...
Stephen C,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide was wonderful. She was happy to modify our agenda at the last minute (due to weather) and so thoughtful in doing so. In addition to her local and historical knowledge, she was adept at navigating public transit, making the most of our itinerary. Her sushi lunch spot recommendation was perfect. The day was just the right amount of touristy and non-touristy sites.
Not the best for us
Brien S,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
1.00Very disappointed with our guide. He was not engaging at all…he walked very quickly through crowds and we had little time to enjoy our surroundings. He was not prepared and got lost on his way to our first stop..even with his Google maps out…not nice wandering in the heat with a nine year old. He had no conversation between stops and no real personal “information” or insights into where we were. We have had multiple private guided tours around the world…this was the most disappointing one we had. We know it’s hit and miss with who you get but our guide should not be assigned to any future family tours…I could have done the same tour myself but been a bit less rushed. We cut him loose a bit early so we could relax and not worry about losing sight of him as he rushed off
Related Experiences
Operated by Japan Guide Agency