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.
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.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
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.
Kobe International Exhibition Hall
Learn about the events happening in Kobe International Exhibition Hall during your trip to Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Things to do
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Private Calligraphy Experience near Arima Onsen, Kobe.
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Kobe: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Private Tour in the Largest Sake Brewery in Japan
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Kobe Portopia Hotel
The room and bathroom were spacious and clean, except for the bathtub, which you don’t realize until taking a bath. Breakfast was a little disappointing for the price, not much choice of fresh fruit and salad, as well as terribly crowded!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Very convenient and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Had a nice stay the hotel is very fancy they gave us such an amazing room with a perfect view of the kobe tower
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
The food was amazing
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great location, shopping mall below the hotel and nearby, a block away from airport limousine bus. Hotel room and amenities is great for our needs.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
we’re arrived late night at the KIX. I messaged them before we arrived. The staff responded right away. All the staff are very friendly. The location is very convenient. Only 9 minutes walk to Dotonbori. Also Namba Station just down stairs.
Reviewed on 6 May 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 Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Kitano Ijinkan Street.
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 Ikuta Shrine.
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.
