Travel to adventurous Hirakata
Enjoy the temples and other features of Hirakata. This scenic city is known for its water park, ice skating and theme park. Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in and around Hirakata
Are you looking for things to do in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Hirakata a fun place to get away to. These are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Universal Studios Japan (16.1 mi / 25.9 km)
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (16.7 mi / 26.9 km)
- Hirakata Park (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Kyoto Racecourse (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
- Kyoto Aquarium (13.2 mi / 21.2 km)
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama (13.7 mi / 22 km)
Exploring the natural features in Hirakata
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, Hirakata is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Tower of the Sun (6.7 mi / 10.8 km)
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park (6.9 mi / 11 km)
- Tsurumi-Ryokuchi Park (8.3 mi / 13.3 km)
- Hattori Ryokuchi Park (9.7 mi / 15.6 km)
- Kamikata Onsen Ikkyu (10 mi / 16.2 km)
- Bamboo Forest Muko City (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
Transport to and around Hirakata
Fly into Osaka (ITM-Itami), the closest airport, located 12 mi (19.3 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Kobe (UKB), which is 26.8 mi (43.1 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Hirakatashi Station, Hirakata-koen Station and Gotenyama Station are the main stations in the city. You can get around Hirakata by catching a ride on the metro at Miyanosaka Station, Hoshigaoka Station or Murano Station.