Kitano Travel Guide
Kobe
Popular places to visit
Shin-Kobe Ropeway
You can take time to visit Shin-Kobe Ropeway during your travels to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Kobe Mosque
After visiting Kobe Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich 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.
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.
Kobe Harborland
During your visit to Kobe, you can enjoy retail therapy at Kobe Harborland. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Top hotels in Kitano
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast, convenient location.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Clean room very nice hotel
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
My favorite hotel in Osaka!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Amazing hotel all around.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Very good 👍
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
Hotel main lobby and amenities are as they post on the website but the rooms are outdated. The room had a sofa in it and it had stains on it. The carpet had bad patches and holes floor. The location of the in hotel is convenient to shops and nearby sites.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kitano
Chuo Ward
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Motomachi Shopping Street, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.
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 Ikuta 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, 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.
