Hyogo
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 culturally rich 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.
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.
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.
Rokkosan Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Kobe with a visit to Rokkosan Ski Area. 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.
Things to do
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Kobe: Rokko Forest Sound Museum Admission Ticket
Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen
Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host
Kobe Guided Tour Including Port Area and Arima Onsen Town
Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port - Best of Kobe with a local
Hyogo Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Conveniently located to Namba shopping area and Dotombori district. Safe and quiet neighborhood.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Room is VERY small but that is true in general for all hotels in Japan. Very clean, quiet and friendly staff. Even for Japanese hotels (I’ve stayed at a few at this point) they were extra small which is why it’s 4/5 Not a whole lot to do in the immediate area, and not close to tourist stuff but it ...
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
room was a bit tight
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Clean, spacious room, central to everything we wanted to see in Osaka
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
We did bot had breakfast there. The a/c work perfectly. The lady at reception was exceptional. Yes it look old, but we had a great experience
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Good staff great spa. Wonderful views
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Hyogo
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.
Shimagamicho
While Shimagamicho might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Kobe Harborland.
Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kawasaki Good Times World and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Kobe City Centre
Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Sannomiya Shrine is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area.
Kitano
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Kitano Ijinkan Street or Shin-Kobe Ropeway.
