Itsukushima Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Itsukushima
Popular places to visit
Miyajima Ferry Terminal
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 Aquarium
See the majestic porpoises and sea lions of the Seto Inland Sea or touch penguins and shoreline creatures at this comprehensive aquarium on Miyajima Island.
Five-Story Pagoda
Spot this historic pagoda and its distinctive red tiers towering into the sky from afar and come closer to see the 15th-century Buddhist monument’s intricate details.
Momijidani Park
View one of Japan’s most legendary fall sights and see blazing fall colors in this garden of maple trees at the foot of holy Mount Misen on Miyajima Island.
Daisho-in
Wander around the enchanting gardens of this temple and check out traditional Buddhist structures on Mount Misen, the holy mountain of Miyajima.
Mount Misen
Forested footpaths and a scenic ropeway lead up to Miyajima’s tallest peak, where you can spot wildlife and examine intriguing rock formations and Buddhist relics.
Activities
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima
Our pick of the best Itsukushima Hotel Deals
Miyajima Kinsuikan
Beautiful
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto
Excelente
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hotel Miyajima Villa
The location of the hotel was convenient. The rooms were clean and comfortable. We had two room, one room had a massage chair and the other, the beds reclined with a push of a button. There laundry room was clean and the washer and dryer worked great. The pastries from the bakery were fresh and delicious. ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Miyajima Seaside Hotel
The hotel staff were all very warm and welcoming, making the stay feel cozy and pleasant. Although the hotel is about a 20-minute walk from the port and major attractions, the complimentary shuttle service is very convenient and generally available upon request during working hours. Considering the ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Miyajima Hotel Makoto
Staff was superb. The onsen amazing! Slept Like a baby
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Sakuraya
The location was close to the ferry landing and central to the shops. The famous gate was just a few blocks down the beach. Ocean view from our room was great from the deck.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Itsukushima
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Mitaki-dera or Marina Hop, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fukushima-cho Station or Nishi-kan-on-machi Station.
Naka Ward
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.
Saeki Ward
While visiting Saeki Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Setonaikai National Park and Hiroshima Shokubutsu Park.
Hondori
While there might not be top attractions in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
Kamiyacho
If you're spending time in Kamiyacho, check out sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District or Kamiyacho and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station.
