Kansai International Airport 1 hr 12
Nunobiki Falls (20 min)
Waterfall, hiking, mountaineering, and autumn leaf color Nankin-machi (10 min)
Established in 1868, this Chinese cultural district offers eateries, souvenir shops & mahjong clubs. Port Island (11 min)
Artificial island created in 1981 featuring a convention center, hotels, shops & an animal park. Kobe Harborland (17 min)
Waterside commercial & entertainment area in an old train station with shopping, hotels & dining. Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens (26 min)
Big botanical garden with themed areas growing many flowers & herbs, plus restaurants & a gift shop. Kobe Port Tower (11 min)
Decorative tower reaching 108m & featuring an observation deck with panoramic city views. Mount Rokkō (48 min)
Cable cars access this mountain peak offering an observation deck & restaurants with sweeping views. Kobe Ōji Zoo (16 min)
Time-tested zoo featuring unique animals & a small amusement park with rides for children. Meriken Park (9 min)
Urban waterfront park featuring an observation tower, an earthquake memorial & a maritime museum. Kobe Kitano Ijinkan-Gai (12 min)
Historical, Western-style homes built by foreign merchants & diplomats dot this scenic hill. Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge (31 min)
The world's longest suspension bridge, with tours to the top & to its exhibition center. Mount Maya (39 min)
Mountain with an elevation of 698 meters & a scenic summit accessible by aerial tram & cable car. Kobe Maritime Museum (11 min)
Exhibits on the past, present & future of the sea, ships & local ports are featured at this museum. Sorakuen Garden (8 min)
Peaceful Japanese gardens with diverse blooms & walking paths amid waterfalls & ponds. Ikuta Shrine (11 min)
Founded in the early 3rd century, this prominent, traditional Shinto shrine is among Japan's oldest. | 
