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2 days · Osaka itinerary

Osaka in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Osaka lets you add Kyoto. This 2-day itinerary covers the city on day one and Kyoto on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: City & food
  2. 2Day 2: Kyoto
  3. 3Fushimi Inari
  4. 4Temples

Day 1: city & food

See the castle and eat in Dotonbori.

Day 2: Kyoto

Visit Fushimi Inari and the temples.

Optional: Universal Studios

Thrill at the theme park.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Osaka — prices per person.

Osaka Ghost Tour: Castle Night Walk, Dark History & Namba Curses
Osaka
Osaka Ghost Tour: Castle Night Walk, Dark History & Namba Curses
5.0(73)·3 hours
from$45/ person
via Viator
Kyoto private tour (Shore excursion available from Osaka or Kobe port)
Osaka
Kyoto private tour (Shore excursion available from Osaka or Kobe port)
5.0(41)·8 hours
from$233/ person
via Viator
Osaka : Castle & City Highlights Walking Tour
−15%
Osaka
Osaka : Castle & City Highlights Walking Tour
5.0(46)·6h 30min
from$85$100/ person
via Viator
Osaka / Kyoto: Katsuoji, Arashiyama & Kinkaku-ji One Day Tour
Osaka
Osaka / Kyoto: Katsuoji, Arashiyama & Kinkaku-ji One Day Tour
4.9(33)·9 hours
from$52/ person
via Viator
Osaka Castle Haunted History Tour (Night & Day)
Osaka
Osaka Castle Haunted History Tour (Night & Day)
5.0(33)·2 hours
from$36/ person
via Viator
Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Private Car Tour, Licensed Guide
Osaka
Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Private Car Tour, Licensed Guide
4.9(40)·8 hours
from$536/ person
via Viator
Osaka: Private Vibrant Nighttime Photoshoot (Dotonbori)
Osaka
Osaka: Private Vibrant Nighttime Photoshoot (Dotonbori)
5.0(17)·1h 30min
from$130/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Day Trip from Osaka Port – Private Shore Excursion
Osaka
Kyoto Day Trip from Osaka Port – Private Shore Excursion
4.9(16)·8 hours
from$303/ person
via Viator

Osaka in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Osaka?
Two days covers the city, castle and food on day one, and a Kyoto day trip to Fushimi Inari and the temples on day two — a great mix of Osaka’s energy and Kyoto’s culture.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Osaka?
Osaka Castle, a Dotonbori food tour, Universal Studios, and a Kyoto day trip.
Is a Kyoto day trip worth it from Osaka?
Absolutely — Kyoto is just 15 minutes away by bullet train, and its temples, shrines and torii gates make it Osaka’s most rewarding day trip.

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