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.
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.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
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!
From Osaka 10 Hours Tour with Private Vehicle in Kobe
Private Tea Ceremony Experiences in Nishinomiya Hyogo japan
Kobe Bus Tour with Scenic Views & Gardens(Hotel pickup available)
Chuo Ward Hotel Deals
Kobe Portopia Hotel
Food was a little on the expensive side . Otherwise a great place with a downtown free bus shuttle .
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
The room is hot and room temperature control did not work or maybe is a centralise heater, and without air condition.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Quiet rooms. Close to so many shops,restaurants and excursions. Gorgeous lobby.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Amazing location, great staff. Really enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great location and super convenient stay in Umeda. The hotel is directly connected on the 2nd floor to the station area, and it is very easy to walk to LUCUA and Grand Front for shopping and dining. There are also many restaurants right downstairs, and a supermarket in B1, which made everything very ...
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Excellent hotel in a convenient location to Namba. Staff were incredibly polite and friendly and always on hand to help when needed. Great selection at the breakfast buffet with plenty of options to suit all tastes. Room amenities were plentiful and the bed incredibly comfortable. A great stay.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 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 Kitano Ijinkan Street or Space 11 Darvish Museum.
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, 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.
