Chuo Ward
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.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
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.
Kobe Animal Kingdom
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Kobe Animal Kingdom during your trip to Kobe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Motomachi Shopping Street
During your visit to Kobe, you can do some window-shopping at Motomachi Shopping Street. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Things to do
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Kobe: 100% Personalized Tour with Local Student Guide
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Private Calligraphy Experience near Arima Onsen, Kobe.
Kobe Guided Tour Including Port Area and Arima Onsen Town
Chuo Ward Hotel Deals
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 May 28, 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
"Stayed just one night in Kobe to take a sake brewery tour (worth it!). This hotel is steps from the Shinkansen station so very easy access. Also a short train or cab ride from Sannomiya, the heart of the city. Had a pricey dinner at the Teppanyaki restaurant in the hotel but it was outstanding. Breakfast ..."
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya
"고베 산노미야역 근처에 있어서 기타노이진칸, 모토마치와 매우 가까운 편입니다. 또 유명한 맛집인 이스즈베이커리, 스테이크랜드도 도보 5분 거리 내에 있어서 정말 편리하게 이용할 수 있었습니다! 호텔이 돈키호테 바로 앞에 있어서 기념품 구매도 용이합니다. 호텔 객실이나 내부도 리모델링 된 지 얼마 안되었는지 깔끔해서 편하게 쉬기 좋았어요. (방음도 생각보다 잘 되는 편!) 객실 청소도 나쁘지 않았습니다. 체크인/아웃은 셀프로 진행되고, 한국어로 가능해서 편하게 이용할 수 있었습니다. 물, 스킨케어세트, 마스크팩은 직원에게 요청하면 ..."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Cc"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"The numerous restaurants and shops in close proximity to the hotel and Osaka station. You literally do not have to walk out of the immediate area to find what you’re looking for."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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
Serving as Kobe's financial, commercial, and entertainment center, Sannomiya boasts the historic Sannomiya Shrine and is a major transportation hub with Kobe-Sannomiya Station connecting various railway systems.
Kobe City Centre
Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Ikuta Shrine is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area.
Nankin-machi
Kobe's Chinatown, Nankin-machi, offers a variety of Chinese and Japanese food options, with over a hundred restaurants and shops. Explore the Chinese temple, three archways, and zodiac pavilion, while enjoying easy access to Motomachi train station.
Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kobe Tower and Kawasaki Good Times World 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 Culture Hall and Kobe Harborland.
