Nishi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 relaxing area.
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.
Mount Rokko
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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.
Activities
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure
Tailored Full Day Private Experience of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors
Kyoto Uncovered: One Full-Day Private Experience for First-Timers
Shore excursion: Full Day Private Kyoto Tour From Osaka/Kobe Port
Our pick of the best Nishi Hotel Deals
LaLa Resort - Adults Only
Reviewed on 24 May 2025
Kobe Seishin Oriental Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025
Hotel Casabella Inn Kobe
Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025
Kobe Portopia Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025
Kobe MerikenPark Oriental Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025
Hotel Monterey KOBE
Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishi
Tarumi Ward
If you're spending some time in Tarumi Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Suma Ward
If you're spending time in Suma Ward, check out sights like Kobe Green Arena or Suma Aqualife Park Kobe and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Myohoji Station or Myodani Station.
Chitosecho
While there might not be top attractions in Chitosecho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Suma Aqualife Park Kobe and Suma Beach.
Hyogo
Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.
Nagata
Get to know Nagata and its many features like its museums and parks. You might want to explore sights like Osaka Bay and Kobe Three Kingdoms Garden, and you can jump on the metro at Komagabayashi Station or Karumo Station to get around the city.
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.