Walking Tours In Osaka

Tailoring each tour to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top private tours in Osaka

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

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When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

The best private guides and local insiders in Osaka

Looking for the ultimate private walking tours in Osaka to help you discover the best of this ultra-modern metropolis? With our wide range of the best Osaka walking tours, from full-day experiences to neighborhood discoveries, City Unscripted has got you covered. The city may be sensory overload, but you won’t get lost when you have a native Osakan plotting your route. Our local hosts don’t just stick to the crowded main streets because they’ve uncovered every narrow path and secret alley, and they’ll plan the best walking tours in Osaka to satisfy your curiosity. Whether you stick to the city center or head off the beaten path, we’ll help you make every step count.

Meet some of our Osaka private guides

Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

We’ve handpicked them and we’ll match you to your perfect one!

Local hosts leading the way

Osaka is overflowing with must-see attractions that span centuries, but anyone with Google and a guidebook can easily find them alone. Let our private walking tours in Osaka lead you away from the giant animatronic signs, neon lights, and LED screens that light up the tourist trail. There’s nobody more qualified than a local to help you explore the city’s lesser-known neighborhoods and exciting attractions overlooked by most visitors on Osaka walking tours. Book a personalized tour with us, tell us what you want to see, and we’ll make it happen on top Osaka walking tours.

Walking tours with you in mind

In a city with attractions that are so impossibly diverse, from ancient temples and shrines to colorful cosplayers and crowded otaku stores, everyone’s dream Osaka walking tours look a little different. That’s why our walking tours in Osaka are 100% personalized by our knowledgeable local guides. We know where to take you to see the sides of Osaka that intrigue you the most, and we can’t wait to show it to you. Whether you’re seeking neon-lit nightlife, mind-blowing street food, or tranquil Japanese tradition on your private walking tours in Osaka, we’ll make it happen.

Experience the “Nation’s Kitchen”

What would a day in Japan’s foodie capital be without a few excuses to taste some of the city’s most iconic foods? Our walking tours in Osaka won’t limit you to the famous landmarks, because we’ll also help you taste the best of the city’s famous cuisine on our walking street food tours in Osaka. Our Osaka walking tours can lead you down streets lined with food carts to fuel your experience in the best way possible. From our “Street food heaven in Japan’s food capital” tour to our “Eat like a true Osakan in trendy Ura Namba” experience, the city’s best bites are waiting to be tasted.

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Latest reviews from our guests

Maria, you were amazing! Thank you for giving us all a great day in Osaka. We saw everything on our list and a lot more. A guided tour is well worth the money - no hassle and you would never get to everything like we did. The added golf cart ride and tram rider were a bonus. We probably would have been stuck at the train station all day ha ha. If you're thinking about booking this, just do it and ask for Maria. If you know where you want to go - let them know and add in what they think as well. They are the local and they know where to go :)

April 2024

Melissa M
Our fabulous guide Kalid met us at the port and did an excellent job of guiding us through the train journey to Kyoto. It was our first time using the rail system and we were very happy that he was there to help us. We went to the top of Kyoto station to get a great view of the city. We were amazed at all the shops and restaurants tucked into the station. The best part of the day was our visit t the zen garden and bamboo forest. After the forest we had a nice walk down to the river where we relaxed with a snack. Another walk to the beautiful “kimono forest” near the old railway. I enjoyed seeing the dragon ball pond. Our time with Kalid was far too short but it was a great day. Thank you Kalid!

April 2024

Debra L
Host Fumiko tailored the tour to our interests. She was knowledgeable & converse well making our tour highly enjoyable.

April 2024

Chee S
Aoi did a great job describing the development of Osaka between Edo and Kyoto. The rivers, canals, and roads connecting Osaka to important urban centers allowed Osaka to develop.

April 2024

Richard C