Aki Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Itsukushima Shrine
Walk along wooden piers and observe the captivating sights of this Shinto shrine that appears to float on the water offshore from Miyajima Island.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
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.
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.
Atomic Bomb Dome
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.
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
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.
Activities
Hiroshima Kagura Performance Entry Ticket
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Japan Yokai Museum Admission fee in Miyoshi, Hiroshima
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Our pick of the best Aki Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Hotel was in an excellent location next to train station but was a bit tired compared to other hotels we stayed in
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
We didn’t have breakfast. Hence the rating but the stay was wonderful; so clean and convenient to shops around.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Great location, huge room, wonderful view from room, quiet, clean.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Loved everything about this hotel. Excellent service, clean, a laundromat on 2nd floor, a restaurant with excellent staff and ambiance super close location to a tram stop, Starbucks, 7-11, for convenience shopping. Short walk to Peace Park, and Atomic Dome. One of my favourite hotels of our ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Clean room, convenient location. Lounge, nice touch, but should have more options for food, even if they're for purchase.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Staff was friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aki Ward
Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima Toshogu or Hiroshima City Forestry Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fudoin-mae Station or Ushita Station.
Fuchu-cho
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Fuchu-cho. You might want to make time for a stop at Mazda Museum or Mikumarikyo Forest Park.
Minami Ward
If you're spending time in Minami Ward, check out sights like Hijiyama Garden or Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
Ebisucho
While you're in Ebisucho, take in top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and jump on the metro at Ebisu-cho Station to see more of the city.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hiroshima City Centre
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.
