Chuo Ward
Kobe
Visit Chuo Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Things to do
Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible)
Make Your Own Personalized Ring in Kobe - UniqueJewelryExperience
Kobe City Best with a local - Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Kobe Portopia Hotel
"Loved this Hotel, couldn’t fault anything - will stay here when I’m in Kobe again. Thank you for looking after me so well."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
"Stayed just one night in Kobe to take a sake brewery tour (worth it!). This hotel is steps from the Shinkansen station so very easy access. Also a short train or cab ride from Sannomiya, the heart of the city. Had a pricey dinner at the Teppanyaki restaurant in the hotel but it was outstanding. Breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
The Royal Park Canvas Kobe Sannomiya
"고베 산노미야역 근처에 있어서 기타노이진칸, 모토마치와 매우 가까운 편입니다. 또 유명한 맛집인 이스즈베이커리, 스테이크랜드도 도보 5분 거리 내에 있어서 정말 편리하게 이용할 수 있 었습니다! 호텔이 돈키호테 바로 앞에 있어서 기념품 구매도 용이합니다. 호텔 객실이나 내부도 리모델링 된 지 얼마 안되었는지 깔끔해서 편하게 쉬기 좋았어요. (방음도 생각보다 잘 되는 편!) 객실 청소도 나쁘지 않았습니다. 체크인/아웃은 셀프로 진행되고, 한국어로 가능해서 편하게 이용할 수 있었습니다. 물, 스킨케어세트, 마스크팩은 직원에게 요청하면 ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Monterey KOBE
"早晨出色，麪包用心製作。位置方便購物，員工也細心英語可溝通，"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"This hotel is very clean and organized, staff are always ready to assist, location is excellent and convenient."
Reviewed on 29 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 Sannomiya 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, 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 Culture Hall and Kobe Harborland.
