Kobe Private Tours with Locals: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted

5.0
(6 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

It's impossible to see all Kobe's must-sees in a day! The important thing is that you get to experience the highlights that are unmissable to you so hand your bucket-list over to one of our hosts and get exploring! Whether you want to explore iconic monuments, check out the scenic gardens and beautiful waterfalls or sink your teeth into the famous Kobe beef- the choice is yours. From leisurely strolls along the Maiko Marine Promenade to hikes up Mount Rokko and food sampling in Kobe Motomachi- aka the street of shopping- adventure awaits.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

What's Included

8 hours with a host
Private and personalized experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

(The host will be waiting in front of the tourist information center) After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Shopping and entertainment district between JR Kobe Station and the waterfront of Kobe’s port area. The district offers a large selection of shops and cafes; the perfect spot to start your jam-packed day with a typical Kobe’s breakfast. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Developed by Chinese merchants who settled in Kobe in 1868, this is a popular and shopping and dining district. Packed with shops, restaurants and food stands, you can try popular street gourmet, such as steamed buns, ramen, tapioca drinks and various other Japanized-Chinese dishes. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    In this facility, you will learn about the real circumstances of the Great Hanshin Awaji Earthquake. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    When touring Kobe, visiting Kitano area, the old foreign settlement quarter, is a must. 
Its history dates back to the opening of Kobe Port (1868) to foreign trade. At the time foreigners could only live in designated areas where they could rent houses and in Kobe that area was Kitano. There are around 20 old Western-style buildings open to the public, seeing them all would be a daunting task, but your local host will hand-pick for you the most suggestive ones. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    What better spot than to learn more about Japanese religion and cultural heritage than Ikuta shrine whose history stretches back more than 1800 years ago? IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Nunobiki Falls is considered one of the Three Greatest Divine Waterfalls in Japan, so it might be hard to believe that such a famous waterfall is only a 15-minute hike away from Shin-Kobe Station! Up the hill from this great waterfall is the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, with 200 species and 75,000 seasonal flowers and herb plants bloom throughout the year!  IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Amble up (or take a cable car) to the top of Mount Rokko, where you can enjoy the so-called “10 Million-dollar” view above the city and Kobe Bay. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by City Unscripted

Tags

Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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