Title: Chuo Ward Travel Guide: Best of Chuo Ward, Kobe Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Chuo Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Chuo-Ward-Kobe-Hotels.0-n553248635939578951-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kobe](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kobe.d6128416.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Chuo Ward Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Chuo-Ward.d553248635939578951.Car-Hire-Guide)[Chuo Ward Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Chuo-Ward.d553248635939578951.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Chuo Ward Travel Guide ## Kobe ![Kobe_Chuoku_553248635939578951_003](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/a71b9c51-a562-42dc-8921-02c47f344283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kobe_Chuoku_553248635939578951_005](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/72e44573-320b-48a0-9f88-d03fc7ca71c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chuo Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/2869718c-3f3b-4530-ba2a-51adf2fa1122.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/2869718c-3f3b-4530-ba2a-51adf2fa1122.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ![Chuo Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/743021d7-4bdb-4980-9923-886268f25e26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/743021d7-4bdb-4980-9923-886268f25e26.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ![Chuo Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/ba3a842c-b22f-4f80-8e1e-4e25e0d786fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578951/ba3a842c-b22f-4f80-8e1e-4e25e0d786fb.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ## Visit Chuo Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kobe travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe.dx6128416) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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 5/5(9 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Kobe-Chuo-Ward.d6246742.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 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.co.uk/Kobe-Anpanman-Childrens-Museum-Mall-Kobe.d553248621532771454.Attraction) ![Meriken Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102792/ad18549b-6380-4a72-ae2a-b34543d6b86b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Meriken Park 4/5(1 review) This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Meriken-Park-Kobe.d6102792.Attraction) ![Kobe Tower](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(16 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.co.uk/Kobe-Tower-Kobe-City-Centre.d6102786.Attraction) ![feeding a sheep at Kobe animal kingdom; Shutterstock ID 699782764; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771453/18cef0b9-d685-408c-9975-5a8c1269d0f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Animal Kingdom 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Animal-Kingdom-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532771453.Attraction) ![Motomachi Shopping Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347694/f36d5ffd-ec53-408f-8834-327365575ff6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Motomachi-Shopping-Street-Kobe.d6347694.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Hands On Pottery Workshop in Arima Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50011910/dc5f8e18-d8af-409d-aa38-1aa0c1a0c929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hands On Pottery Workshop in Arima Onsen £38 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hands-on-pottery-workshop-in-arima-onsen.a50011910.activity-details) ![Kobe Nature Tour Exploring Rokko and Arima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50090554/c7b5147a-15cb-4e2c-9a2c-9fbab12d3838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Nature Tour Exploring Rokko and Arima £132 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kobe-nature-tour-exploring-rokko-and-arima.a50090554.activity-details) ![The Universal Studio in Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/227085/e5ec5c42-5aee-4de0-82bc-b926a4b233f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation £125 per adult **72%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details) ![Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50173821/b771ce3e-fc4b-46c9-8a78-057ee0c87847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka £89 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details) ![Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47936368/4a7f0aa7-c8fa-4bae-a8ac-698128a51b42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket £9 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-teamlab-botanical-garden-entry-ticket.a47936368.activity-details) ![Picture 3 for Activity Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47903859/9a9907ee-f30a-439b-a4a4-6a20ddec4b66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-family-friendly-kimono-yukata-experience-at-wargo.a47903859.activity-details) [See all activities in Kobe](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kobe.d6128416.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Chuo Ward ![Kobe Portopia Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7100/7063/2fd8438f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kobe Portopia Hotel 10-1 6-chome Kobe Hyogo-ken £56 13 Apr - 14 Apr Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,134 reviews) Thank you for the service! Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=7063&PinnedHotelID=7063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578951) ![ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1209600/1209540/w3992h2666x4y0-c7868056_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG 1-Chome, Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku Kobe Hyogo £58 29 Mar - 30 Mar Stay at this luxury hotel in Kobe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1209540&PinnedHotelID=1209540&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578951) ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/2d940585_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £53 30 Mar - 31 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,806 reviews) Excellent stay at APA. Rooms are quite small but good. Hotel is very clean and comfortable. Situated very close to Namba station and Dotonbori. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578951) ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/0a0c6fab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £96 8 Apr - 9 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,961 reviews) Great location to subway system-hotel overall was perfect! Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=2492916&PinnedHotelID=2492916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578951) ![Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35890000/35881600/35881577/d76e654e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA 1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka £95 27 Apr - 28 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,460 reviews) The location is 5 stars. Covered walkway to Osaka Train Station, easy for travellers with luggages. In a building where Uniqlo and host of products resides. Lots of food option within the same building. Pokemon store at Dimaru which is 5 mins covered walkway walking distance. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=35881577&PinnedHotelID=35881577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578951) ![Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100866200/100866112/3753cce9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka £128 28 Apr - 29 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,519 reviews) Beautiful property. Breakfast was decent. Check in staff was little cold. 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You might want to make time for a stop at Kitano Ijinkan Street or Space 11 Darvish Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Kitano.dx6347501) ![Sannomiya](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(16 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Sannomiya.dx6347483) ![Kobe City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102786/a1f4ee75-4694-4b5e-8f6c-8e4dd953e5cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kobe City Centre 5/5(21 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Kobe-City-Centre.dx553248633981723930) ![Nankin-machi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347503/4c903f5a-785c-46b6-8699-503c17c2ff6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Nankin-Machi.dx6347503) ![Hatobacho](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10180/65a408c9-6a2c-4096-a5cc-c7054b44b06c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hatobacho If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kawasaki Good Times World and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Hatobacho.dx553248635976382848) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Shinkaichi.dx6347693) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Chuo Ward Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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