Title: Things to Do in Kobe in 2026 | Expedia.com [Kobe Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kobe.dx6128416)[Hotels in Kobe](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Hotels.d6128416.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kobe](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Kobe.d6128416.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Kobe](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Kobe.d6128416.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kobe Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Kobe.d6128416.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Kobe ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Kobe Types of activities Where to stay [Kobe Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kobe.dx6128416) ![Kobe Harborland featuring a bay or harbor, modern architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273063/208f6785-8144-4f7f-87cb-469bf4ad8800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kobe Harborland featuring a bay or harbor, modern architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273063/208f6785-8144-4f7f-87cb-469bf4ad8800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nunobiki Herb Park featuring a bay or harbor, landscape views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563235504/fe79d87e-7b07-45d9-90fd-773cbe6d86ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arima Hot Springs showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128418/180745c3-66d6-452d-963b-238e45a457e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kobe showing a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128416/44d9e1f1-bcbe-4884-bd5c-9507adb73dd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Kobe Attractions Do you appreciate fine cuisine or shopping? Or perhaps you just prefer to get to know a new travel destination like a real local. When you're in Kobe, it doesn't matter which category you fall in — this buzzing metropolis has all the sights and experiences you could ever hope for. Explore the best sights in Kobe with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6128416&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or get through our list of {861 fun activities in Kobe [fun activities in Kobe](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6128416&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Kobe ### Tours & day trips [See all 643 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49773415/eacb9cd3-7edd-4f0a-9f65-9d5bb0e7214c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour 9h 10/10 24 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-kyoto-osaka-kyoto-must-see-spots-nara-park-one-day-tour.a49773415.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50022866/776d873c-abd1-42af-95d8-4b6833068e55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto 9h 9.8/10 20 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/amanohashidate-ine-funaya-sightseeing-full-day-trip-from-kyoto.a50022866.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49278566/ee27f25e-43b1-4fe6-b1ba-cc1300ee4eea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka 9h 7.4/10 11 verified reviews Free cancellation available ~~$72~~$63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nara-deer-park-uji-matcha-hot-spring-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49278566.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/545086/4a2b0d56-59d4-4fe3-8f17-de20de1e9792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour 9h+ 8.6/10 94 verified reviews Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50254108/7dda46db-bef2-4ba3-8af4-68c92dc68d58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour 9h 20m 8.8/10 24 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $54 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-kyoto-nara-top-hightlights-english-speaking-tour.a50254108.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Walking Tour of Osaka's 5 Must-See Sights, with Ramen for Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46297129/761d9e4c-c8e4-41d7-9d4a-e584929881fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Walking Tour of Osaka's 5 Must-See Sights, with Ramen for Lunch 7h 9.8/10 94 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/walking-tour-of-osakas-5-must-see-sights-with-ramen-for-lunch.a46297129.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50487169/2a7d0c13-0240-4242-adc4-d3fb4828119d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour 1d 10/10 1 verified review $56 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/japan-kansai-nara-kyoto-day-tour.a50487169.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49817188/c404143b-9bfe-4174-982f-c4afc6b36d02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto 9h 9.6/10 18 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-nara-uji-full-day-sightseeing-tour-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49817188.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49277273/52f9d27f-f6a4-4c54-9103-2a75ca719b86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka 9h 20m 7/10 10 verified reviews Free cancellation available ~~$73~~$64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-unesco-highlights-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49277273.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45147323/8d3e0b9b-28c5-47c4-a1d5-fa2693e89174.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group 3h+ 9.8/10 444 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $46 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-hotspots-and-hidden-gems-guided-walking-tour.a45147323.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 275 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50333205/51fabc26-eee2-43f8-9b4a-f9516b1b4c5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen 12h 30m Free cancellation available $4 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-unveiled-a-self-guided-journey-through-japans-kitchen.a50333205.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![3 Day Japan Highlights Tour: Tokyo, Mt.Fuji, Nara, Kyoto, Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46727087/877d9014-23cc-4ec2-a484-a213a6c32312.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Day Japan Highlights Tour: Tokyo, Mt.Fuji, Nara, Kyoto, Osaka 3d 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $2,447 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-day-japan-highlights-tour-tokyo-mt-fuji-nara-kyoto-osaka.a46727087.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Self Guided Audio Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50312533/e63dcb97-3e01-44ae-9f51-5e8f89871c94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Self Guided Audio Experience 9h $6 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-self-guided-audio-experience.a50312533.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![[Same Day OK] Osaka 4 hour, Castle, Market, Walking tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49281940/acbb2915-35ef-44a5-b1cd-11a3a0f3735a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### \[Same Day OK\] Osaka 4 hour, Castle, Market, Walking tour 4h 9.2/10 19 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-half-day-tour-in-osaka.a49281940.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![3/4/5 Hours Private Tour in Osaka with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46666408/c79d0992-5e86-4ba3-8f2d-aa3e7d6032ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3/4/5 Hours Private Tour in Osaka with Local Guide 5h 9.8/10 65 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~$115~~$92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-4-5-hours-private-tour-in-osaka-with-local-guide.a46666408.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka’s Best and Brightest: Private Full-Day Tour by Vehicle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/720079/35fd8684-046a-4aef-aff5-4fa6ad252bee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka’s Best and Brightest: Private Full-Day Tour by Vehicle 7h 30m 10/10 102 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $95,207 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osakas-best-and-brightest-by-private-vehicle.a720079.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Next-Generation Local Guide: Private Kobe Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49981893/0a633416-1668-4588-9ebd-fb34c2e6b9ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Next-Generation Local Guide: Private Kobe Tour 4h 9.8/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/personalized-kobe-tour-with-local-student-guide.a49981893.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Early Morning Osaka Castle Tour Avoid Crowds](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49712789/ea3b4d07-2f3b-44f1-ad3a-825c2accbe98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Early Morning Osaka Castle Tour Avoid Crowds 1h 30m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $134 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-early-morning-osaka-castle-tour-avoid-crowds.a49712789.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Hiroshima Peace Memorial Tour from Osaka or Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50323432/899c76a0-62e4-460a-a839-16647fe9ca15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hiroshima Peace Memorial Tour from Osaka or Kyoto 5h Free cancellation available $707 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/hiroshima-peace-memorial-tour-from-osaka.a50323432.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Rickshaw Tour in New World](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2696835/a73afa38-d337-481d-9895-ec8150e13643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Rickshaw Tour in New World 3h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-rickshaw-tour-in-new-world.a2696835.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 190 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45147323/8d3e0b9b-28c5-47c4-a1d5-fa2693e89174.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group 3h+ 9.8/10 444 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $46 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-hotspots-and-hidden-gems-guided-walking-tour.a45147323.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka: Five Must-See Highlights Walking Tour & Ramen Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47937673/8f5e7ca9-7cfb-4c45-90b1-8a58d2bddf42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Five Must-See Highlights Walking Tour & Ramen Lunch 7h 9.8/10 57 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-five-must-see-highlights-walking-tour-ramen-lunch.a47937673.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48640990/16aca300-ec23-47eb-9870-85be90e050cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights 4h 9.4/10 197 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-guided-walking-tour-with-a-native-expert-top-sights.a48640990.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Sake Tasting with Takoyaki Cooking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48077956/749554c9-3d35-49de-8e2d-c9df30f62814.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Sake Tasting with Takoyaki Cooking 2h 10/10 67 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-sake-tasting-with-takoyaki-cooking.a48077956.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka: Shinsekai Guided Food Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50923620/bfb03a47-7f11-4015-b1ed-c2e8de1140a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Shinsekai Guided Food Walking Tour 3h Free cancellation available $30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-shinsekai-guided-food-walking-tour.a50923620.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44508977/014a1405-f7e0-41ad-a0d2-44c9bd75060e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour 3h 30m 10/10 16 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-osaka-sakai-knife-factory-and-craft-walking-tour.a44508977.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka: A Modern Samurai, Kabuki, Taiko & Dance Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49415414/37d60041-eaa0-4438-810e-da142d2f64f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: A Modern Samurai, Kabuki, Taiko & Dance Show 50m 9.4/10 76 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $19 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-night-fusion-japanese-entertainment-show.a49415414.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1327892/6fed51de-5a38-434d-a707-9c12302a452b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai 3h 9/10 46 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $107 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-local-foodie-walking-tour-in-dotonbori-and-shinsekai.a1327892.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1225526/36f7d080-a3cf-494e-9cba-e4dca1b5db47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries 3h 9.8/10 695 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-food-tour-13-dishes-at-5-local-eateries.a1225526.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Sushimaking Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50716353/e75e73a1-c300-4928-aee2-17e4b0d9cdaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Sushimaking Experience 1h 30m Free cancellation available $22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-sushimaking-experience.a50716353.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 105 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Japanese Small Katana Forging Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/450772/c67d9ecb-7f91-4f8b-8374-dd546bcce041.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Japanese Small Katana Forging Experience 4h 9.8/10 113 verified reviews Free cancellation available $249 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/japanese-small-katana-forging-experience.a450772.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Samurai Immersive Experience Matcha Traditional Activities](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50915037/a254f74e-bc0d-4893-9631-c4442ef41a97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Samurai Immersive Experience Matcha Traditional Activities 2h 30m 10/10 20 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $228 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/samurai-show-tea-ceremony-japanese-traditional-activities.a50915037.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Shinsaibashi Pearl extraction experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48220486/376a9e0c-09d5-4ad6-9962-73cd382e9666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Shinsaibashi Pearl extraction experience 30m 9.8/10 7 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-shinsaibashi-pearl-extraction-experience.a48220486.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Cooking Class: Okonomiyaki &Japanese cuisines experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1330516/e9c0ca9d-4e66-4bb2-953f-f305149e9a5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Cooking Class: Okonomiyaki &Japanese cuisines experience 2h 30m 10/10 115 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $112 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/okonomiyaki-and-japanese-cuisines-cooking-experience.a1330516.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44508977/014a1405-f7e0-41ad-a0d2-44c9bd75060e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour 3h 30m 10/10 16 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-osaka-sakai-knife-factory-and-craft-walking-tour.a44508977.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Lets make a Japanese hand craft Temari embroidered ball](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47128836/8dd0ef34-7b9e-4dc9-8609-2db362ccd314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lets make a Japanese hand craft Temari embroidered ball 2h 10/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lets-make-a-japanese-hand-craft-temari-embroidered-ball.a47128836.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Sushi Making Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49448464/c97df671-100f-499c-96e8-ea0d07ab4374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Sushi Making Experience 1h 30m 9.8/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-sushi-making-experience.a49448464.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Make Your Own Personalized Ring in Kobe - UniqueJewelryExperience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50481094/85f9f0b0-aa3f-4ad3-833e-52d5641d5312.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Make Your Own Personalized Ring in Kobe - UniqueJewelryExperience 1h 40m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/make-your-own-personalized-ring-in-kobe-uniquejewelryexperience.a50481094.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Ninja Experience in Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51193184/91d25ab5-885a-4e66-a123-65b81f293231.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ninja Experience in Osaka 1h Free cancellation available ~~$36~~$30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ninja-experience-in-osaka.a51193184.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![【For adult】Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49929805/5bb1274a-2d7d-415c-83c8-c2e468d2169f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 【For adult】Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting 1h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/japanese-traditional-mochi-pounding-experience-with-tasting.a49929805.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&filter.categories=Attractions) ![Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/227085/e5ec5c42-5aee-4de0-82bc-b926a4b233f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation 12h 7.2/10 15 verified reviews $170 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50261922/21a3c34f-6302-4553-ab3f-9894dd2be552.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket 2h Free cancellation available $28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/teamlab-botanical-garden-osaka-ticket.a50261922.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Universal Studios Japan Theme Park Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50901765/2896b7a4-e48c-4300-a2c6-e272b2c419d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Universal Studios Japan Theme Park Ticket 11h Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-ticket.a50901765.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47936368/4a7f0aa7-c8fa-4bae-a8ac-698128a51b42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket 8.6/10 130 GetYourGuide reviews $11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-teamlab-botanical-garden-entry-ticket.a47936368.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Umeda Sky Building and Kuchu Teien Observatory Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50748732/80f75343-4fdb-4ca7-9395-b40c6b7401ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Umeda Sky Building and Kuchu Teien Observatory Ticket 12h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/umeda-sky-building-and-kuchu-teien-observatory-ticket.a50748732.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka Subway and Attractions Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50703268/376b24a4-b0f0-4517-b4a6-e2e334be02ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Subway and Attractions Pass 2d 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-subway-and-attractions-pass.a50703268.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Japan: LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49241371/15c5cf18-9cfb-4137-9921-4bf70bcda11d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Japan: LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Osaka 8h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/legoland-discovery-centre-osaka.a49241371.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Kyoto Sightseeing Pass E ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50699945/6b9bd2be-fb75-4127-92a9-8e63fb8df05a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto Sightseeing Pass E ticket 1d Free cancellation available $15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-sightseeing-pass-e-ticket.a50699945.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Explore Osaka Kyoto with Sightseeing Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50274874/2d774947-55e4-484b-8fd1-1c5c6fb156b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Osaka Kyoto with Sightseeing Pass 10h $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-osaka-kyoto-with-sightseeing-pass.a50274874.activity-details?&rid=6128416&location=Kobe&swp=off) ![Osaka: Umeda Sky Building - Kuchu Teien Observatory Admission 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---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan](/things-to-do/osaka-roaming-internet-with-esim-mobile-data-plan.a49608070.activity-details): $3 | | Top 5 things to do | [Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation](/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details)[Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO](/things-to-do/osaka-kimono-rental-traditional-experience-at-wargo.a47903859.activity-details)[Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets (2 hours 35 minutes)](/things-to-do/shin-osaka-to-tokyo-bullet-train-shinkansen-tickets-2-hours-35-minutes.a49505043.activity-details)[Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Naruto Premium Ticket](/things-to-do/naruto-boruto-shinobi-zato-premium-ticket.a49439856.activity-details)[Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!](/things-to-do/pickleball-in-osaka-with-locals-players.a48099924.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!](/things-to-do/pickleball-in-osaka-with-locals-players.a48099924.activity-details)[Osaka: UTAGE Modern Japanese Taiko Live Show](/things-to-do/osaka-utage-modern-japanese-taiko-live-show.a49878706.activity-details)[Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/osaka-teamlab-botanical-garden-entry-ticket.a47936368.activity-details)[Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan](/things-to-do/osaka-roaming-internet-with-esim-mobile-data-plan.a49608070.activity-details)[eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details) | | With kids | [Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation](/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details)[Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets (2 hours 35 minutes)](/things-to-do/shin-osaka-to-tokyo-bullet-train-shinkansen-tickets-2-hours-35-minutes.a49505043.activity-details)[Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Naruto Premium Ticket](/things-to-do/naruto-boruto-shinobi-zato-premium-ticket.a49439856.activity-details)[Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](/things-to-do/null.a50173821.activity-details)[Kyoto 1 Day Tour from Osaka](/things-to-do/kyoto-1-day-trip-golden-pavilion-kiyomizu-temple-from-osaka.a47070586.activity-details) | ## What to do in Kobe - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Kobe A trip to Kobe doesn't have to hurt your hip pocket. You can leave your wallet behind if you go to: **Kobe Center for Overseas Migration and Cultural Interaction** \- Stroll the halls and study the thought-provoking displays and carefully curated collections at this respected museum. **Harborland Park** \- Give the kids a good time or be a big kid again yourself — this place just screams fun. **Kobe City Hall** \- If you're impressed by modern design and architecture, add this landmark to your list of must-sees. **Hyogoken Kokan** \- Detour to this historic site and experience a part of the region's cultural heritage. **Kobe Harborland** \- Get acquainted with some of the locals and discover the true personality and energy of this wonderful place. **Nunobiki Falls** \- Simply being beside the water is sure to leave you feeling peaceful and calm. **Kobe Convention Center** \- Widely known among the locals, this place is worth exploring. **Sannomiya Shrine** \- Gain a better understanding of local religious beliefs at this holy site. **Mount Maya** \- Take a break from the concrete jungle and get back to nature at this beautiful attraction. **Higashi Yuenchi Park** \- Refresh your body, mind and soul by spending time in nature. ### Things to Do in Kobe with Kids Kobe is a fantastic place for a family escape. Bring the little ones along and try these popular [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6128416&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) together: - [Shinkansen Bullet Train Tickets Between Hamamatsu/Shin-Kobe](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shinkansen-bullet-train-tickets-between-hamamatsu-shin-kobe.a976457.activity-details) - [Shinkansen Bullet Train Tickets Between Shin-Kobe/Hakata](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shinkansen-bullet-train-tickets-between-shin-kobe-hakata.a976236.activity-details) - [Sake Tasting at Local Breweries in Kobe](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sake-tasting-at-local-breweries-in-kobe.a1400170.activity-details) - [Osaka Guide Tour (Kushikatu, Takoyaki)](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-guide-tour-kushikatu-takoyaki.a2719315.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Kobe? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Kobe ![Arima Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128418/e849890d-1d3d-40d7-962f-6894d5c48bf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arima Onsen 4.5/5(38 reviews) Bathe in natural spring waters, tour museums, visit shrines and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at this historic resort in the foothills of Mount Rokkō. [](https://expedia.com/Arima-Onsen-Kita-Ward.d6128418.Vacation-Attraction) ![甲子園球場 バックスクリーン](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076318/c0b0ea1f-53e2-4217-9046-ade00b7bcd4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanshin Koshien Stadium 4.5/5(2 reviews) Catch an event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium during your trip to Nishinomiya. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Hanshin-Koshien-Stadium-Kobe.d6076318.Vacation-Attraction) ![Port of Kobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6246742/37b5ea09-5090-4623-ad21-af314a78c4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Kobe 4.5/5(36 reviews) Kick back in waterfront parks, explore museums, enjoy animal encounters and admire sweeping city views at this bustling maritime terminal. [](https://expedia.com/Port-Of-Kobe-Chuo-Ward.d6246742.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kobe Harborland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273063/4e5263b9-f6f5-44c6-a625-c4d8b71c3775.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Harborland 4.5/5(11 reviews) A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Harborland-Kobe-City-Centre.d553248621562273063.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial view of Kobe City in Rokko Garden Terrace, Mount Rokko, Kobe, Japan; Shutterstock ID 439307617](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6246650/c4f8ea95-eb8b-4963-92fa-0e4e0346ba2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rokko 5/5(3 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Rokko-Higashinada.d6246650.Vacation-Attraction) ![Big Ferris Wheel and Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall located at Kobe port, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771454/56f4d518-887b-4ad7-a23c-8be836c94cea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall 3.5/5(2 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Anpanman-Childrens-Museum-Mall-Kobe-City-Centre.d553248621532771454.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rokkosan County House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771335/51a65932-17c7-44e4-92df-cf9e62803f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rokkosan Ski Area Hit the slopes in Kobe with a visit to Rokkosan Ski Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.com/Rokkosan-Ski-Area-Kobe.d553248621532771337.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akashi Kaikyo Bridge featuring a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, general coastal views and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102770/28490367-d329-4692-afc9-6752363533df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akashi Kaikyo Bridge 4/5(1 review) See the longest suspension bridge in the world, recognized as one of Japan’s most impressive engineering accomplishments. [](https://expedia.com/Akashi-Kaikyo-Bridge-Tarumi-Ward.d6102770.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kobe Tower showing a bay or harbor, a city and a high rise building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102786/a1f4ee75-4694-4b5e-8f6c-8e4dd953e5cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Tower 4.5/5(42 reviews) See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Tower-Kobe-City-Centre.d6102786.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Kobe ![Sannomiya featuring road cycling, signage and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347483/b80ad61b-bf83-4490-a282-a00182426364.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sannomiya 4.5/5(55 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Sannomiya.dx6347483) ![Kobe Tower showing a bay or harbor, a city and a high rise building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102786/a1f4ee75-4694-4b5e-8f6c-8e4dd953e5cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kobe City Centre 4.5/5(77 area reviews) Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Kobe City Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Kobe-City-Centre.dx553248633981723930) ![Zuihoji Park of Arima onsen in Kobe, Hyogo prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635493159266/8a8a8a40-7324-49db-98a6-52317d84b8fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arimacho Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Kin no yu, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Arimacho.dx553248635493159266) ![Kobe_Chuoku_553248635939578951_003](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/a71b9c51-a562-42dc-8921-02c47f344283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chuo Ward 5/5(1 area review) Travelers choose Chuo Ward for its waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station and check out top sights like Shin-Kobe Ropeway. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Chuo-Ward.dx553248635939578951) ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500662/cd52d05b-996d-4569-b1ec-546f78797a26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hyogo 4/5(1 area review) Discover the impressive Hyogo Daibutsu at Nōfuku-ji temple and explore Yanagihara Ebisu Shrine, both easily accessible from Hyogo Station. Shop at Kobe City Central Wholesale Market and Aeon mall for a diverse experience. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Hyogo.dx500662) ![Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum featuring a garden and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102774/8cf395e6-ee5d-4d62-96bd-664dadeca26d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Higashinada 4.5/5(3 area reviews) Higashinada is well-liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Port of Kobe and Mount Rokko are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Island Kitaguchi Station or Island Center Station to get around. [](https://expedia.com/Kobe-Higashinada.dx179182) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Kobe.dx6128416.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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