Chuo Ward Travel Guide
Kobe
Visit Chuo Ward
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.
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.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
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.
Things to do
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Kobe Night View Mt Rokko Kitano Ijinkan Arima Onsen Day Trip
Tadao Ando's Architectural Aesthetics Journey in Kansai
Private Tour in the Largest Sake Brewery in Japan
Make Your Own Personalized Ring in Kobe - UniqueJewelryExperience
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
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 6 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe by IHG
Very convenient and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Very nice room with an amazing balcony and view of thecity
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Super Clean and nice!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Clean room. Helpful staff. Very close to shops and restaurants. Walking distance to train stations.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
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 Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Kitano Ijinkan Street.
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.
