Hyogo Travel Guide
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
Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host
Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen
Naruto & Boruto at Nijigen no Mori Park Entry & Roundtrip Bus Transfer
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Kobe Nature Tour Exploring Rokko and Arima
Top hotels in Hyogo
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
All the amenities you could need
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Second stay with them and would gladly do so again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Good location, nice restaurant and breakfast.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Staff were very nice and helpful, clean room , and great restaurant good location
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
This is a large hotel with many tour groups trying to use the facilities at the same time which was a little troublesome. The hotel is well located and the room was clean.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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
Shimagamicho might not have many top sights, but Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Kobe Harborland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kobe Tower and Kawasaki Good Times World are top sights worth seeing.
Nankin-machi
Unique features of Nankin-machi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street or Nankinmachi Square while you're exploring the area.
Kobe City Centre
Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.
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.
