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Kobe Tower

4.5/5(42 reviews)

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 Tower
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Port of Kobe

4.5/5(36 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port of Kobe
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Meriken Park

4.5/5(15 reviews)

This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.

Meriken Park
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Kobe Animal Kingdom

4/5(1 review)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals at Kobe Animal Kingdom and see why this is a popular attraction in Kobe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Kobe Animal Kingdom
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Kobe Harborland

4.5/5(11 reviews)

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Kobe Harborland, a favorite shopping spot in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Kobe Harborland
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Ikuta Shrine

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kobe when you take a trip to Ikuta Shrine. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Ikuta Shrine

Top things to do in Chuo Ward

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Genuine Kobe beef & multicultural town

￥16,097
Per adult
Genuine Kobe beef & multicultural town
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Shinkansen Bullet Train Tickets Between Hamamatsu/Shin-Kobe

￥13,763
Per adult
Shinkansen Bullet Train Tickets Between Hamamatsu/Shin-Kobe
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Shinkansen Bullet Train Tickets Between Shin-Kobe/Hakata

￥19,313
Per adult
Shinkansen Bullet Train Tickets Between Shin-Kobe/Hakata
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World Heritage Osaka Kofun Flight Tour

￥30,000
Per adult
World Heritage Osaka Kofun Flight Tour
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Unlimited Prepaid Nano SIM Card for Japan

￥3,918
Per adult
Unlimited Prepaid Nano SIM Card for Japan
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Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kobe City

￥25,498
Per adult
Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kobe City
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Top Hotels in Chuo Ward

Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel
Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel
4.5 out of 5
5-6 Hatobacho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo-ken
The price is ￥7,438 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21

Located in Kobe City Centre, this luxury hotel is steps from Kobe Maritime Museum, Kobe Tower, and Meriken Park. Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (1,177 reviews)

"I love this hotel! The room was wonderful and the view fantastic. I visited in January so it was a bit cold to enjoy the balcony to its fullest potential but I still really appreciated having it! I want to come back in the warmer months! Location was very close to harbor land for shopping and restaurants ..."…"

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2021

Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel
KOBE LUMINOUS HOTEL SANNOMIYA
KOBE LUMINOUS HOTEL SANNOMIYA
3 out of 5
92 Edomachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
The price is ￥5,909 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21

Located in Sannomiya, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kobe City Hall, Kobe Tower, and Meriken Park. Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (1,174 reviews)

"Second time for me to use this hotel. Nice location and very clean room."…"

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2020

KOBE LUMINOUS HOTEL SANNOMIYA
APA Hotel Kobe-Sannomiya Ekimae
APA Hotel Kobe-Sannomiya Ekimae
3 out of 5
2-11-26, Shimoyamatedori, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo
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Located in Sannomiya, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Kobe Tower and within 3 mi (5 km) of Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Port of Kobe. Kobe University ...…

4.2/5Excellent! (108 reviews)

"It was very good stay. It is located very useful place to go around Kobe city"…"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2020

APA Hotel Kobe-Sannomiya Ekimae
Hotel Okura Kobe
Hotel Okura Kobe
4 out of 5
2-1 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo-ken
The price is ￥9,091 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21

Located in Kobe City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial, Kobe Tower, and Meriken Park. Kawasaki Good Times World ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (1,430 reviews)
Lovely.

"Beautiful views and great location. Service is tip of the top Japanese customer service. Parking fees are very reasonable. Food is pricey, but if that's a concern, restaurants and convenies abound in that area."…"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2020

Hotel Okura Kobe
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe
5 out of 5
1-Chome, Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo-ken
Free Cancellation
The price is ￥6,737 per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4

Located in Chuo Ward, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Shin-Kobe Ropeway and Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum. Nunobiki Falls and Kobe Oji Zoo ...…

4.2/5Very Good! (1,006 reviews)

"The property is a bit old, but it was kept up well."…"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2020

ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe
Candeo Hotels Kobe Torroad
Candeo Hotels Kobe Torroad
3.5 out of 5
3-8-8, Sannomiya-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
The price is ￥8,000 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21

Located in Kobe City Centre, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kobe Tower, Meriken Park, and Kobe Harborland. Port of Kobe and Kobe University are also within ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (534 reviews)

"Lovely hotel, excellent location with nicely designed rooms."…"

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2020

Candeo Hotels Kobe Torroad
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Other neighborhoods in Kobe

Sannomiya featuring road cycling, signage and street scenes

Sannomiya

4.5/5Wonderful!(55 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Ikuta Shrine while getting to know Sannomiya, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station to see more of the area.

Sannomiya
Kobe Tower showing a bay or harbor, a city and a high rise building

Kobe City Centre

4.5/5Wonderful!(77 area reviews)

Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Kobe Tower is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area.

Kobe City Centre
Chinatown featuring a city, street scenes and markets

Nankin-machi

Coffeehouses and shopping are notable features of Nankin-machi. You might consider a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Nankin-machi
Kitano featuring a city, shopping and street scenes

Kitano

5/5Exceptional!(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Choueke Family Residence.

Kitano
Nagata, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan

Nagata

Nagata is well-liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Osaka Bay and Nagata Shrine are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Nishidai Station or Nagata Station to get around.

Nagata
Rokko Alpine Garden showing a garden and a pond

Nada Ward

If you're spending some time in Nada Ward, Kobe Oji Zoo and Rokkosan Ski Area are top sights worth seeing.

Nada Ward

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