Chuo Ward
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.
Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.
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.
Kobe Animal Kingdom
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Kobe Animal Kingdom during your trip to Kobe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Motomachi Shopping Street
During your visit to Kobe, you can do some window-shopping at Motomachi Shopping Street. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Kobe City Hall
Get an excellent bird’s-eye view of Kobe, from sea to mountains, while standing on the observation deck at the top of this municipal building.
Chuo Ward Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Rooms are small but amenities inside were great. I would stay here again. Great access to Namba station.
Reviewed on 2025/11/8
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
the hotel was convenient
Reviewed on 2025/11/8
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great hotel with a great location right next to the station.
Reviewed on 2025/11/11
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Great stay, excellent services and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 2025/11/10
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Yes overall is good and easy to access to train, very convenient
Reviewed on 2025/11/10
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
The room was clean and the staff were polite and helpful. The breakfast buffet exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 2025/11/8
Other neighborhoods 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 Space 11 Darvish Museum.
Sannomiya
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.
Kobe City Centre
Consider exploring the waterfront views in Kobe City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Ikuta Shrine is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station to see more of the area.
Nankin-machi
Kobe's Chinatown, Nankin-machi, offers a variety of Chinese and Japanese food options, with over a hundred restaurants and shops. Explore the Chinese temple, three archways, and zodiac pavilion, while enjoying easy access to Motomachi train station.
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.
