Kobe City Centre
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Visit Kobe City Centre
Popular places to visit

Kobe Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.

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.

Ikuta Shrine
Tradition and modernity blend together smoothly at this Shinto shrine in a busy commercial area just north of the city center of Kobe.

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.

Kawasaki Good Times World
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Kawasaki Good Times World in Kobe. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do

Kobe: Mt Rokko night view & Arima Onsen & Sanda Outlet Tour

Private & Personalised Full Day in Kobe with a Local

Kyoto Full-Day Excursion from Kobe (Osaka) Port

Kobe Taste Tour, Kobe Beef and Sake Tasting

Private & Personalized: Half Day in Kobe with a Local
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Other neighbourhoods around Kobe City Centre

Nankin-machi
Unique features of Nankin-machi include the coffeehouses 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.

Sannomiya
Spend some time visiting places like Ikuta Shrine while getting to know Sannomiya, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station to see more of the area.

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.

Chuo Ward
Travelers choose Chuo Ward for its waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station and check out top sights like Nunobiki Herb Park.

Shinkaichi
While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Culture Hall and Kobe Harborland.