Sannomiya Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sannomiya
Popular places to visit
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.
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 culturally rich 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.
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.
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.
Activities
Kobe: Rokko Forest Sound Museum Admission Ticket
Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host
Private Shore Excursion Kobe Port - Best of Kobe with a local
Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen
Private Historic Road Hike in the Healing Forest of Arima
Our pick of the best Sannomiya Hotel Deals
Hotel Monterey KOBE
사진보다도 넓고 깨끗해서 만족도 높았고 조식도 좋았어요 다음에 고베간다면 무조건 여기입니다
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Wished a stayed longer
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Breakfast variety was very nice. And they had enough tables to accommodate everyone quickly. Very clean serving area. Rooms are also very clean. They are quite small, but we did not spend that much time in the rooms.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Room was very clean, we would have preferred more of a curtain than a full blackout panel but it was good
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
No notes, one of the best hotels we’ve stayed at. From the comfy pyjamas to the rooftop onsen overlooking the city. Incredible.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Lovely location
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sannomiya
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 Sannomiya Shrine.
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.
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.
Chuo Ward
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Ikuta Shrine, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.
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.
