Chuo Ward Travel Guide
Kobe
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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.
Meriken Park
Meriken Park is just one of the places to see in Kobe, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Kobe Tower
You can find out about the history of Kobe with a stop at Kobe Tower. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
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.
Kobe City Hall
After visiting Kobe City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kobe. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Yes, clean room, spa is excellent, location a definite plus, convenient 7-11 store in the building for late snacks; breakfast buffet has many choices and really enjoyed it. The name ekimae resort speaks for the Jr namba station and behind the hotel the namba ocat; willrecommend this Apa ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
good environment
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The hotel was lovely and clean, room ammenities were good, staff we’re brilliant breakfast was good. Really nice stay for 3 nights
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Staff are kind and courteous
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Awesome hotel with the best price
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Oriental Hotel Universal City
Staff helpful
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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 Kitano Ijinkan Street or Shin-Kobe Ropeway.
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 Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall.
Chuo Ward Travel Guide
- Kobe Harborland
- Port of Kobe
- Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
- Kobe Tower
- Kobe Animal Kingdom
- Motomachi Shopping Street
- Kobe International Exhibition Hall
- Kobe Convention Center
- Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden
- Shin-Kobe Ropeway
- Kobe City Museum
- Higashi Yuenchi Park
- Kobe Culture Hall
- Port of Kobe Earthquake Memorial
- Nunobiki Falls
- átoa Aquarium
- World Memorial Hall
- Nankinmachi Square
- Nunobiki Hābu-kōen
- Kobe International House
- Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution
