Nishi Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Nishi Ward
Nishi Ward
Nishi Ward
Nishi Ward
Nishi Ward

Popular places to visit

Mitaki-dera

Mitaki-dera

You can find out about the history of Hiroshima with a visit to Mitaki-dera. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Mitaki-dera
Itsukushima Shrine featuring a lake or waterhole and heritage elements

Itsukushima Shrine

4.5/5(101 reviews)

Walk along wooden piers and observe the captivating sights of this Shinto shrine that appears to float on the water offshore from Miyajima Island.

Itsukushima Shrine
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

4.5/5(84 reviews)

Spend a day reflecting on the atomic bombing that devastated Hiroshima in 1945 and discover the city’s mission for peace at this beautifully designed park in the city center.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Miyajima Ferry Terminal

Miyajima Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Take a relaxing and scenic ferry trip to the sacred island of Miyajima and begin your journey to serene shrines and a tranquil mountain peak.

Miyajima Ferry Terminal
Atomic Bomb Dome

Atomic Bomb Dome

4.5/5(86 reviews)

The only building still standing in the atomic bomb’s devastating hypocenter now crests the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, symbolizing the city’s plea for peace.

Atomic Bomb Dome
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

4.5/5(82 reviews)

Learn about the catastrophic impact the atomic bomb had on Hiroshima through personal stories, scientific documentation and real footage at this museum dedicated to world peace.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Activities

Hiroshima Scenic Cycling Guided Tour

Hiroshima Scenic Cycling Guided Tour

AU$140
Per adult
Hiroshima Scenic Cycling Guided Tour
2023/9/14掲載

1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka

AU$215
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka
Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

AU$509
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour

Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour

AU$170
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pas

Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)

AU$10
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima: Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner

Hiroshima: Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner

AU$121
Per adult
Hiroshima: Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner
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Our pick of the best Nishi Ward Hotel Deals

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
4 out of 5
1-5 Matsubara-cho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is AU$315 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Location is excellent; check-in and checkout was a breeze. Lots of restaurants in Ekie beside the Hotel. We will stay here again the next time we're in Hiroshima"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
3.5 out of 5
6-10 Tanaka-machi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"N/a"

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

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Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Hiroshima
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Hiroshima
3 out of 5
5-2 Enkobashicho, Minami, Hiroshima, Hiroshima
The price is AU$71 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$71
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (941 reviews)
Easy walking distance from station.
"Conveniently located within 5mins walk fr station on the road surface. No need to go underground. Easy when with luggages. Room is compact. Flatter big luggage can be stowed under the bed. Too thick luggage cannot."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Hiroshima
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
4 out of 5
6-78 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is AU$112 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,911 reviews)
"Nice large size rooms. Great location"

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Hiroshima Washington Hotel
Hiroshima Washington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2-10 Shintenchi Nakaku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is AU$72 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$72
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Incredibly convenient with so much to do around the area. We took a taxi to the hotel, but after that we were able to walk to every destination without worrying about taking any metro or bus as it is in the heart of a shopping and restaurant district. Hotel was very quiet and operated like most hotels ..."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Hiroshima Washington Hotel
THE KNOT Hiroshima
THE KNOT Hiroshima
3.5 out of 5
3-1-1 Otemachi, Hiroshima, Hiroshima
The price is AU$80 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$80
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,344 reviews)
"Beautiful, modern hotel located near the Hiroshima Peace Park. Spacious room and helpful staff. Onsite restaurant serves western food"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Nishi Ward

Hiroshima Castle showing château or palace

Naka Ward

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Travellers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.

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Hondori

Even though there aren't top sights in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District. Jump on the metro at Hondori Station to see more of the city.

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Hiroshima City Centre

4.5/5(231 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and prominent monuments, there's plenty to explore in Hiroshima City Centre. You can visit top attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho, and jump on the metro at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Tate-machi Station to see more of the city.

Hiroshima City Centre
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Nagarekawacho

While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nagarekawacho
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Ōsukachō

When in Ōsukachō, you can plan a visit to Shukkeien and Hiroshima Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ōsukachō
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Hijiyamachō

While visiting Hijiyamachō, you might make a stop by sights like Hijiyama Garden and Kyobashi River.

Hijiyamachō

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