Chuo Ward Travel Guide
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.
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 call Kobe Animal Kingdom home during your holiday in Kobe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Motomachi Shopping Street
During your visit to Kobe, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Motomachi Shopping Street. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Ikuta Shrine
Tradition and modernity blend together smoothly at this Shinto shrine in a busy commercial area just north of the city center of Kobe.
Things to do
Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host
Naruto & Boruto at Nijigen no Mori Park Entry & Roundtrip Bus Transfer
Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port - Best of Kobe with a local
Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Newer business hotel. Room sizes are exactly what to expect from a business hotel. Room is clean and hotel is quiet. Only negative is the onsite steak house. We ordered a tomahawk, among other things, and it was absolutely awful.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Close to Osaka station. This is a large hotel with all the comforts and amenities that go with that. Convenient for an overnight before flying out.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The vicinity to transport. eateries and shopping is a great reason to stay here. The room was relatively clean indeed. The staff are always friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Quiet, Clean, and in a great spot for things to do. The check in/out process is super easy and straightforward. I will definitely stay here again when visiting Osaka!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Excellent location. The breakfast was decent and quite delicious. Comfortable and convenient experience
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Very clean, friendly staff. Great stay.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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 Shin-Kobe Ropeway.
Sannomiya
Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.
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 Kobe City Museum.
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.
Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kobe Tower and Kawasaki Good Times World 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.
