Kobe
Kickstart your trip to Kobe
City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours
4.9
(19)
Kickstart your trip to Kobe
Get oriented, try Kobe beef and learn to speak Japanese. (Kidding about the last one. Or are we?)
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Find your feet in the lively city of Kobe with your host, who will show you the ropes
- Learn the best ways to get around in Kobe and how to use the transport system- no getting lost on our watch!
- Hit the streets and explore the area that you are staying in with your host, who will give you tons of recommendations
- See a few famous attractions in the city and benefit from local knowledge and insights
- Ask any questions you have about exploring Kobe, its cultural practices or where to eat
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Kobe Tourist Information Center- The host will be waiting in front of the tourist information centerCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
If you’re visiting Kobe for the first time, chances are you want to find your feet amid the colorful sights and smiling faces that make this city so special.
Nestled between a scenic harbor and vast mountain ranges, there is just so much to experience in Kobe and you probably want to get right to it, but it can be daunting figuring things out in a new city - especially if you don't speak the language and can’t read the signs!
So, why not let one of our super-friendly local Kobe hosts show you the ropes so that you can get on with the important business of exploring?
They can't wait to introduce you to their lively city and it will feel like you are with an old friend as you get orientated. Depending on your vibe, you could check out some top attractions, stroll across the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, explore the area where you are staying in or just follow your feet on an adventure.
A quick trot from the Hanshin Motomachi station will lead you to Kitano Koubou - a trendy workshop and studio area full of local shops where you will find the best souvenirs! Plan B - grab your host and head down to a restaurant or cafe where you can sit down to a meal (Kobe beef is famous for good reason) and get the inside scoop on where to go, how to get there, and what to see.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
M,
Feb 2025
We had an absolutely fantastic day exploring the city of Kobe with our guide, Hiromi. From start to finish, she made the experience incredibly informative, engaging, and enjoyable. Her deep knowledge of the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems truly enriched our visit, and she shared everything with such enthusiasm and warmth. Not only was she exceptionally well-prepared, but she also made us feel completely at ease, ensuring that we had a seamless and memorable experience. Her passion for guiding and her attention to detail were evident throughout the entire tour. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide! If you’re planning a visit to Kobe, we highly recommend Hiromi—she will make your trip truly special. Thank you, Hiromi, for an unforgettable day
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Neil,
Aug 2024
Very good English. Very good local knowledge but had also travelled extensively so easy to relate to.
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Margo,
May 2024
I had an excellent tour with Marwan today. His English is PERFECT. He picked several very nice places including an old shrine, an historic house and the best was the Herb Garden which was beautiful. I give him 5 stars.
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Margo,
May 2024
Marwan picked personalized sites to see. I was thrilled to go up the gondola to see the lovely “Herb Garden” which is filled with flowers and plants with paths down the.
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Constance,
May 2024
Hiromi made our day very enjoyable and relaxing. She was a perfect guide. Very flexible to our needs. I recommend her tour very much. She is a lovely person and we enjoyed our time with her very much. Thank you
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Marcia,
Apr 2024
We had a great time with our guide Hiromi. She was assigned to us by the provider used by Nick. We discussed in advance what we wanted to do and she had checked it out to make sure she could properly guide us. She was very personable, engaging and informative. We thoroughly enjoyed our day with her
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