Kobe History & Photo Tour to Capture the Scenery and Cityscape

4.5(2)4 h 30 minFree cancellationBy OTOMO Travel Guide

About this activity

We introduce you to a tour of Kobe, one of Japan's most famous port cities, where you can capture some of the most beautiful scenery!

The city of Kobe developed rapidly from a farming village with sprawling fields as the Port of Kobe was opened in the modern era and trade with foreign countries began.

The city topography limits the amount of land you can live on due to the proximity of the sea and mountains, and the buildings are lined up along the slopes.

Looking out to sea, cruise ships and transport ships come and go, and unique buildings such as the Port Tower and Harbor Land attract the eye in the harbor. Many tourists come to Kobe to enjoy the beautiful scenery. If you look towards the mountains, you will find many Western-style buildings that are deeply influenced by foreign cultures, and walking the streets will make you feel as if you have gone back in time.

Why don't you join us for a photo tour that will leave you with memories of your visit to Kobe?

What's included

✓Private Tour
✓Tour Guide
✓The necessary expenses for the guide during the tour

Not included

✕Estimated Costs of the Tour: 500 JPY per Person
✕Breakdown: Transportation: 0 JPY, Admission Fees: 500 JPY, Meal costs: 0 JPY per Person
✕Optional Experience Costs: 0 JPY per Person

Meeting and pickup

JR Sannomiya Station (Ticket Office right next to the central ticket gate)

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All transportation costs, entrance fees, food and drink costs, etc. incurred at the visited spots, will be borne by the customer.
Tour finishing spot is different from starting spot. Please let your tour guide know if you would like to change the finishing spot.
Please understand that tour spots might be changed to alternative spots in case of temporary closure.
If the weather is bad on the day, there is a possibility that the means of transportation, destinations, and routes may be changed.
This tour does not include a dining spot.
Please wear comfortable clothing as you will be walking a lot.

Cancellation policy

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

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