Nishi Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Nishi Ward

Popular places to visit

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Mitaki-dera

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

Mitaki-dera
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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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
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Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour

AU$169
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
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Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

AU$507
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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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)
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Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima

AU$145
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima
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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
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! (1,014 reviews)
"It was a pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

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Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
4 out of 5
6-78 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$96 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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! (1,902 reviews)
"Great location and views. The only negative is I did not enjoy my Western Breakfast the first day so I requested their buffet the second morning; they accommodated me!"

Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel 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! (1,012 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating for quick turnaround for change of rooms for extended stay."

Reviewed on 19 Oct. 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$83 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$83
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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! (907 reviews)
"Good location Room small and bathroom realy small.Staff were realy good."

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Hiroshima
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
4 out of 5
9-12 NakaMachi Naka-Ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is AU$94 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$94
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Great location. Great breakfast and happy hour in sky lounge."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Ohashi
APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Ohashi
3 out of 5
2-26, Kyobashicho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima
The price is AU$82 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$82
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,100 reviews)
Clean and good location
"This hotel is in a great location, close to the train station and easy access to the tram system if you wish to take it to the Peace Park. Walkable to the shops and restaurants of the more central (?) area of downtown. The size of the room, well, it’s Japan. Two of us with one rolling duffel bag ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Ohashi
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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 National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims and Children's Peace Monument.

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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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