Shimagamicho Travel Guide
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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.

Hanshin Koshien Stadium
Catch an event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium during your trip to Nishinomiya. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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.

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.

Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
You can take time to visit Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall during your travels to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

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.
Top hotels in Shimagamicho

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
This hotel was great for value and location. The rooms are rather small but are very clean and nicely outfitted and I’m glad I was staying solo. I was excited about the pool on the roof and was surprised to find it wasn’t open to anyone (and they didn’t tell me in advance or even at check in). Even ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great location, shopping mall below the hotel and nearby, a block away from airport limousine bus. Hotel room and amenities is great for our needs.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
we’re arrived late night at the KIX. I messaged them before we arrived. The staff responded right away. All the staff are very friendly. The location is very convenient. Only 9 minutes walk to Dotonbori. Also Namba Station just down stairs.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Namba Oriental Hotel
This was the best hotel I’ve ever been to. Great options for breakfast, staff were super friendly and accommodating. Location was excellent, overall an amazing place to stay.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Nice room, good breakfast, and safe property.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT VITA
Very clean room Grrat staff
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shimagamicho

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.

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.

Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kawasaki Good Times World and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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 Ikuta Shrine.

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.
