Tickets - Osaka Castle Website

Do You Need Tickets for Osaka Castle?

Yes, a ticket is required to access the main tower of Osaka Castle where the museum and observation deck are located.

However, though the museum is a paid attraction, the castle grounds are free to wander – so you can enjoy the beautiful castle park at no cost.

Best Things to Do in Japan at a Glance

Place Activities & Best Tours
(Reserve early, these sell out fast!)
Tokyo Mt Fuji & Hakone, Tokyo highlights, Go-Kart, bar-hopping, sushi-making, local food tour, sumo
Kyoto Kyoto highlights, Fushimi Inari hike, local food tour, ramen cooking, samurai, kimono tea ceremony, sake tasting, Nara highlights
Osaka Osaka castle, Go Kart, street food, sushi making, Nara highlights, Kyoto highlights

Place	Activities & Best Tours (Reserve early, these sell out fast!)
Tokyo	Mt Fuji & Hakone, Tokyo highlights, Go-Kart, bar-hopping, sushi-making, local food tour, sumo
Kyoto	Kyoto highlights, Fushimi Inari hike, local food tour, ramen cooking, samurai, kimono tea ceremony, sake tasting, Nara highlights
Osaka	Osaka castle, Go Kart, street food, sushi making, Nara highlights, Kyoto highlights

How Much Does It Cost to Visit Osaka Castle

As of this writing, the Osaka Castle ticket price for the observation deck is 1,200 yen (about $8.38) for adults, and 600 yen (USD 4.19) for college and high school students. Junior high and younger kids enter free.

🍣 Sample 13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries! Immerse yourself in Osaka’s renowned culinary scene with this food tour. A must for food enthusiasts eager to taste authentic Osaka cuisine.

Can You Buy Osaka Castle Tickets Online?

Absolutely! The simplest and easiest is Klook, which allows you to skip the line (enter directly by showing your issued voucher), a godsend during busy cherry blossom or fall color seasons.

🦌 Experience the historic wonders of Kyoto and Nara in this full-day guided tour by van. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites like Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Todai-ji Temple, and encounter friendly deer in Nara Park. Ideal for those wanting to explore beyond Osaka.

Can You Buy Osaka Castle Tickets in Advance?

Yes, and buying Osaka Castle tickets in advance is highly recommended during peak tourist seasons.

Get your Osaka Castle tickets online at Klook and avoid standing in line at the ticket office. You can enter directly with the vouchers. Click to get tickets now!

Planning a trip to Osaka Castle? Visit the Osaka Castle website for the complete rundown on every single detail!

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