Chuo Ward
Kobe
Visit Chuo Ward
Popular places to visit
Port of Kobe
Kick back in waterfront parks, explore museums, enjoy animal encounters and admire sweeping city views at this bustling maritime terminal.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
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.
Kobe Animal Kingdom
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Kobe Animal Kingdom during your trip to Kobe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Motomachi Shopping Street
During your visit to Kobe, you can do some window-shopping at Motomachi Shopping Street. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Things to do
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Kobe Guided Tour Including Port Area and Arima Onsen Town
Private & Personalized: Half Day in Kobe with a Local
Kobe City Best with a local - Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port
Tadao Ando's Architectural Aesthetics Journey in Kansai
Chuo Ward Hotel Deals
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 May 6, 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 May 13, 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
"Breakfast was expensive but it was great . The rooms were great , staff should speak more English. I understand I'm in japan but you only speak Japanese in Japan ."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Its not a resort. Bar open only in evening. 40 floor viewing area closed at best time in evening. Pool closed during 80 degree day. No place to sit except for a few chairs in front of laundry. Lobby ridiculously busy . Long lines waiting for check in and baggage and shuttle. Rooms ridiculously small. ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Overall, the hotel was good, location was excellent, but the rooms were quite small and less functional space in the rooms. If you are traveling with 2 or more large suitcases, it’s gonna get tough for you to walk around in the room."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
Other neighborhoods 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
Serving as Kobe's financial, commercial, and entertainment center, Sannomiya boasts the historic Sannomiya Shrine and is a major transportation hub with Kobe-Sannomiya Station connecting various railway systems.
Kobe City Centre
Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Ikuta Shrine is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area.
Nankin-machi
Kobe's Chinatown, Nankin-machi, offers a variety of Chinese and Japanese food options, with over a hundred restaurants and shops. Explore the Chinese temple, three archways, and zodiac pavilion, while enjoying easy access to Motomachi train station.
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.
