Chuo Ward Travel Guide
Kobe
Visit Chuo Ward
Popular places to visit
Port of Kobe
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
You can take time to visit Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall during your travels to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Kobe Tower
See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
Kobe Animal Kingdom
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Kobe Animal Kingdom home during your holiday in Kobe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Kobe International Exhibition Hall
Learn about the events happening in Kobe International Exhibition Hall during your trip to Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Things to do
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Private Calligraphy Experience near Arima Onsen, Kobe.
Kobe City Best with a local - Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port
Kobe Private Custom Tour: A Port City Between Mountains and Sea
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Kobe Portopia Hotel
"Loved this Hotel, couldn’t fault anything - will stay here when I’m in Kobe again. Thank you for looking after me so well."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
"The hotel is a bit dated - but well worth the convenience of proximity to the Shinkansen - a quick walk over a bridge to the hotel lobby. The room was quite roomy with an excellent breakfast including both western and Japanese options. There is also a quick walk over to the herb gardens and an enjoyable ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Hotel Monterey KOBE
"대욕장이 좋고 돈키호테가 바로 옆이라 저녁에 쇼핑하기 편했습니다."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya
"It was much larger, stylish, and comfortable room than any similarly priced hotel. Amenity was very nice and the desert and coffee service was free of charge at the lobby. I would definitely come back!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Breakfast was excellent!!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Chuo Ward
Sannomiya
Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.
Kobe City Centre
Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Sannomiya Shrine.
Hyogo
Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.
Arimacho
Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Kin no yu, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station.
Nada Ward
While visiting Nada Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Kobe Shiritsu Rokkosan Farm and Rokkosan Ski Area.
