Nishi
Kobe
Popular places to visit
Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Kobe Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
Mount Rokko
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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.
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
See the longest suspension bridge in the world, recognized as one of Japan’s most impressive engineering accomplishments.
Things to do
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
Tailored Full Day Private Experience of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors
Kobe Taste Tour, Kobe Beef and Sake Tasting
Kyoto Uncovered: One Full-Day Private Experience for First-Timers
Kyoto's Top City Highlights: 2-Day Private Tour Experience
Private & Personalized: Half Day in Kobe with a Local
Nishi Hotel Deals
LaLa Resort - Adults Only
Kobe Seishin Oriental Hotel
Hotel Casabella Inn Kobe
Kobe Portopia Hotel
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Nishi
Iwaoka
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Iwaoka and surrounding area, you can visit Miki Horseland Park and Manyono Mori.
Kanigasaka
While there might not be top attractions in Kanigasaka, you can explore the larger area and discover places like PLiCO Nishiakashi and Akashi Castle.
Tarumi Ward
If you're spending some time in Tarumi Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Suma Ward
If you're spending time in Suma Ward, check out sights like Kobe Green Arena or Suma Aqualife Park Kobe and hop on the metro to see more the city at Myohoji Station or Myodani Station.
Hyogo
Discover the impressive Hyogo Daibutsu at Nōfuku-ji temple and explore Yanagihara Ebisu Shrine, both easily accessible from Hyogo Station. Shop at Kobe City Central Wholesale Market and Aeon mall for a diverse experience.
Nagata
Nagata is well-liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Osaka Bay and Kobe Three Kingdoms Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Komagabayashi Station or Karumo Station to get around.
- Arima Onsen
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Himeji Central Park
- Kobe Harborland
- Himeji Castle
- Nizigen Nomori Park
- Meriken Park
- Mount Rokko
- Port of Kobe
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Setonaikai National Park
- Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
- Kobe Tower
- Tojoko Toy Kingdom
- Kobe Animal Kingdom
- Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center
- Awaji World Park Onokoro
- Rokkosan Ski Area
- Motomachi Shopping Street