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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host
Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port - Best of Kobe with a local
Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Kobe Nature Tour Exploring Rokko and Arima
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Kobe Portopia Hotel
The room was dirty, very obvious stains, and hair in obvious places. Was not thoroughly cleaned. Bathtub was dirty to the point I did not want to take a bath in it. The bed was clean though.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Very happy with the hotel, breakfast was outstanding, such a vast selection to choice from. The location is ideal for travelling beyond Kobe, the Shin- Kobe line is directly below the hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Goo place to stay at
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Clean room, towel and other items delivered everyday even when the room wasn’t scheduled for cleaning. Fast check in and check out
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Great location. Away from the noise but close enough to walk to Donaburi area
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Absolutely Flawless! This hotel was perfect in every way. The location is incredibly convenient, the service is top-notch, and the rooms are spotless. It made my stay so easy and enjoyable. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
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 Space 11 Darvish Museum.
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, 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.
