It’s a zoo full of highlights, featuring popular animals such as koalas, giraffes, and tigers. You can watch elephant training sessions and enjoy a petting area where you can interact with small animals like rabbits and guinea pigs. There’s also an amusement park on-site, as well as one of the most impressive and largest Western-style mansions in Kobe. Both adults and children can have a full day of fun.

The area also has several literary and art museums, so it’s enjoyable to visit multiple facilities in one trip.

This unique aquarium is located inside a renovated old elementary school. With seats and cushions placed in front of the tanks, you can observe the creatures up close and take your time instead of just viewing while standing. There are also interactive experiences like a doctor fish tank and feeding carp.

Inside the facility, you’ll find a food hall and a craft beer brewery. Nearby, there’s also a retro-style public bath with a nostalgic atmosphere.

This aquarium is seamlessly connected to the sea right in front of you, where you can enjoy dynamic dolphin and killer whale shows. In the large tanks, you can get a close view of majestic fish and rays swimming gracefully. At the touch pool, you can experience touching sea creatures like starfish and shells.

A top recommendation is the octopus tank on the 2nd floor “Aqua Live” — you might catch a thrilling game of chase between octopuses! There’s also a café and shop with ocean views, making it a place where the whole family can enjoy a full day of fun.

Located on Port Island, this botanical and animal park allows you to interact closely with animals while being surrounded by flowers and greenery. There are areas where you can freely approach capybaras, alpacas, and kangaroos, plus exciting performances like bird shows with large birds soaring right above your head. It’s the only zoo in the Kansai area where you can ride a camel.

There is also a greenhouse filled with seasonal flowers, so you can enjoy your visit even on rainy days.

A new type of urban attraction that blends art with an aquarium. Using projection mapping and immersive lighting effects, it allows you to experience marine life as if you’ve stepped into an art installation. Photogenic spaces include areas where jellyfish drift in a dreamy atmosphere and a massive main tank.

There’s also a food court and a gift shop. On weekends, you may even catch fireworks at nearby Meriken Park, just a short walk from átoa.

At KIITO:300 Camp on the 3rd floor of the Design and Creative Center KIITO, you can freely enjoy board games and crafts made from recycled materials. Creative workshops that require advance registration are also held regularly — definitely worth keeping an eye on.

Please note that this facility is only open on weekends and public holidays.

A cultural facility for children located in Higashi Yuenchi Park, which is within walking distance from the hotel. Picture books are displayed according to 15 different themes, such as “The Forest of Life” and “The Forest of Living Creatures.” On sunny days, you can even take books outside to the deck or into the park and enjoy reading outdoors.

Please note that advance reservations are required on weekends and public holidays.

There are plenty of play areas both indoors and outdoors! Inside the facility, children can enjoy active spaces such as net-play zones and bouldering walls, as well as areas for quieter activities like a library and musical instrument experiences. The spaces are separated by age groups, so parents can feel comfortable and at ease.

This large indoor play facility lets kids have a great time even on rainy days. It features ball pits, slides, and athletic-style play equipment, so children from toddlers to elementary schoolers can enjoy themselves. There are also spaces where parents and children can play together, making it a perfect outing for the whole family.

A directly managed store of Bornelund, which offers high-quality educational toys from around the world. There is a play area where children can try out the toys firsthand, helping to nurture their creativity and senses. It’s popular not only for shopping, but also as an interactive space where parents and children can play together.

Located inside Meriken Park, this museum lets you experience the history of Kobe as a port town and the beauty of the sea. Exhibits include models of sailing ships and cargo vessels from around the world, as well as displays explaining how ships work and the development of Kobe Port. You can even try a ship steering simulator — though it might be surprisingly challenging even for adults!

The attached Kawasaki World features bullet trains, motorcycles, and more, with hands-on experiences where you can actually sit in them. It’s a guaranteed hit for both kids and adults who love vehicles!

There’s so much to enjoy across this spacious site — from barbecue areas and field athletics to hot springs, pools, and large grassy fields. You can easily spend the whole day here!

It’s about a 25-minute drive from Sannomiya, where the hotel is located.
You can also get there by city bus from Sannomiya Station.

A large park surrounded by pine trees, featuring a grassy field and basketball courts. At the beach, you can enjoy clam digging in early summer and swimming in the ocean during summer. There are also cafés and restaurants with ocean views, allowing you to relax and fully enjoy the beautiful Suma coastline.

An athletic course where kids can move their bodies while playing in nature. It features wooden log bridges, rope equipment, and more — a favorite among children. Families can enjoy it together as if exploring a forest adventure.

Located inside Suma Rikyu Koen.

A spacious urban park located in the heart of Kobe. It features grassy lawns and fountains, making it a relaxing place to enjoy seasonal flowers and spend time at a leisurely pace. Events and markets are frequently held here, making it a beloved gathering spot for locals. In winter, installations from Kobe Luminarie are displayed in the park.

A sightseeing cruise around Kobe Port where you can enjoy unique harbor views from the sea, including the Port Tower and Kobe Ohashi Bridge. It’s a popular activity — refreshing sea breezes during the day and sparkling city lights at night.

A scenic natural landmark that can be reached on foot from Shin-Kobe Station. You can enjoy the powerful flow of the waterfalls and the soothing sound of pure water surrounded by seasonal landscapes. It’s a refreshing escape located just moments from the city center.

A popular fishing spot where you can cast a line from a pier jutting out into the sea. Depending on the season, you can try for fish such as horse mackerel and sardines — fun and accessible for everyone from beginners to experienced anglers. Fishing gear rentals are available, so you can enjoy it even if you come empty-handed.