Motomachi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hiroshima Castle showing a castle
Hiroshima Castle which includes kayaking or canoeing
Hiroshima Castle which includes a city
Hiroshima Castle which includes château or palace and heritage elements
Hiroshima Castle as well as an individual male

Popular places to visit

Hiroshima Castle which includes a castle and heritage elements

Hiroshima Castle

4.5/5(44 reviews)

Visit this magnificently reconstructed castle to explore its towering main keep and learn about Japanese feudal history and Samurai culture at the museum within.

Hiroshima Castle
Hiroshima Museum of Art as well as a small group of people

Hiroshima Museum of Art

4/5(10 reviews)

See an extensive collection of artworks by famous European modern masters and Japanese painters working in the Western style at this charming museum.

Hiroshima Museum of Art
Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine

Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine

You can find out about the history of Hiroshima with a trip to Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.

Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine
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
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
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

Activities

Hiroshima: Peace Memorial, Itsukushima and Miyajima Tour

Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty

NZ$290
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty
Shrine in Miyajima

Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour

NZ$217
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour
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Hiroshima Walking Tour Why A Bomb was dropped to Hiroshima

NZ$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima Walking Tour Why A Bomb was dropped to Hiroshima
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Train: A Journey of Peace and Scenic Beauty

Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry

NZ$197
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

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

NZ$661
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Hiroshima Peace

Hiroshima Peace (Heiwa) Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites

NZ$163
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima Peace (Heiwa) Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites
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Our pick of the best Motomachi Hotel Deals

RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima

RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima

4 out of 5
6-78 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is NZ$1,110 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$1,110
27 July - 28 July
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! (1,990 reviews)
"Very beautiful hôtel. Perfect location"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima

Hotel Intergate Hiroshima

3 out of 5
5-16 Teppo-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima
The price is NZ$96 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$96
21 July - 22 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Great location. Gluten-Free breakfast options.
"My family of 9 are travel Japan to meet family and for leisure. Taxi to the hotel was less than 10,000 yen (about $5 US). It is walking distance to the Peace Memorial and the ferry to Mt. Miyajama. I did not reserve breakfast and wish I had. My granddaughter has Celiac Disease, so many times there ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima

Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima

4 out of 5
9-12 NakaMachi Naka-Ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is NZ$109 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$109
21 July - 22 July
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Very professional and kind staff. Good location to attractions too."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Oriental Hotel Hiroshima

Oriental Hotel Hiroshima

3.5 out of 5
6-10 Tanaka-machi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is NZ$100 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$100
21 July - 22 July
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,091 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay. Great price, nice room, plenty of space."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima

4 out of 5
1-5 Matsubara-cho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is NZ$496 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$496
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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! (1,237 reviews)
"Very convenient. The room has barely enough space for one luggage."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Hilton Hiroshima

Hilton Hiroshima

4 out of 5
Fujimicho 11-12, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$227 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$227
30 July - 31 July
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (888 reviews)
"Great...from breakfast to service"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Motomachi

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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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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.

Kamiyacho
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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.

Hondori
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Fukuromachi

While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.

Fukuromachi
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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.

Ebisucho
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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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