Kobe Cruise Shuttles

Resting along the shores of Japan’s vibrant waterside city of Kobe, the beauty of the Kobe Cruise Terminal isn’t just in its efficiency but majestic views of Osaka Bay. For easy transfers into town, wait for a train at the connected Port Terminal Train Station, offering an elevated track with a scenic vista of the city and its lush mountainous backdrop. A variety of subway transfers are available more inland, while the Jumbo Ferry Terminal provides relaxed transfers across the bay. Beyond public transportation rests the reliability of a private transfers as well - choose between a handful of rides like small sedans or family-friendly SUVs to see things from an intimate point of view, or see things from the local’s perspective with meet-and-greet services ranging from efficient taxis that can drop off into the canal-lined Hyogo Ward, or limousines ideal for arriving to upscale dinners in style.

Known around the world for its signature cowboy culture and ancient Shinto-style buildings, Kobe is a great place to experience city life and dramatic nature trails all in one. A good first stop is the Kobe Animal Kingdom, located on Port Island off the coast and home to a vibrant oasis of Japanese-style gardens and exotic birds. For something closer to the terminal, discover the surrounding Chuo Ward for a variety of culture, whether it be through the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art’s bizarre showcase of the city, and the nation's, love for odd caricatures, or the neighboring Nagisa Park’s promenade views from a jumbo boardwalk. Another cool all-in-one area is Meriken Park, home to the vast nautical-themed artifacts and old wooden ships at the Kobe Maritime Museum, towering views from the Kobe Port Tower, plus close access to the world-famous steaks at Yazawa Kobe Beef West.