Sannomiya Travel Guide
Kobe
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Popular places to visit
Kobe City Hall
Get an excellent bird’s-eye view of Kobe, from sea to mountains, while standing on the observation deck at the top of this municipal building.
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.
Arima Onsen
You can take time to visit Arima Onsen during your travels to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Hanshin Koshien Stadium
Catch an event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium during your trip to Nishinomiya. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.
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 Sannomiya
Hotel Monterey KOBE
私たちは朝御飯と大浴場が好きでした。Staffのひとたちは支持的なでした。
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
I loved the stay at Namba APA Hotel. Namba is just a good location, close to the underground tunnel to the station and because we went in winter let us walk in the warm. It has a 7/11 on premise which is so handy. Loved it
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Spacious room, Great location, Clean, and Friendly and Helpful staff
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Room well appointed and clean. Easy Check in/out
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Nil
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
everything was good
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sannomiya
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 Higashi Yuenchi Park.
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.
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.
Chuo Ward
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Ikuta Shrine, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.
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.
