Chuo Ward Travel Guide
Kobe
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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 Japanese Calligraphy Experience near Arima Onsen, Kobe.
Kobe Private Custom Tour: A Port City Between Mountains and Sea
Refresh: Ashiya Rock Garden Hike & Hidden Soba Lunch
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Kobe Portopia Hotel
The room and bathroom were spacious and clean, except for the bathtub, which you don’t realize until taking a bath. Breakfast was a little disappointing for the price, not much choice of fresh fruit and salad, as well as terribly crowded!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Very convenient and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Had a nice stay the hotel is very fancy they gave us such an amazing room with a perfect view of the kobe tower
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Amazing ONSEN, great location and best value all around!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
We recently stayed at Hotel Hankyu Respire Osaka and overall had a wonderful experience. The hotel’s biggest strength is definitely its unbeatable location. Being directly connected to LINKS Umeda, Osaka Station, shopping malls, restaurants, and convenience stores made our stay extremely convenient, ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
This was the best hotel I’ve ever been to. Great options for breakfast, staff were super friendly and accommodating. Location was excellent, overall an amazing place to stay.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
Kitano
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Kitano Ijinkan Street.
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 Ikuta Shrine.
Nankin-machi
Unique features of Nankin-machi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street or Nankinmachi Square while you're exploring the area.
Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kawasaki Good Times World and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Shinkaichi
While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall.
