Nishi Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nishi Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Our pick of the best Nishi Ward Hotel Deals
Hiroshima Peace Hotel - Hostel
Everything is so close! And the buses and trains are easy to understand! This hotel’s service is also very kind and always attentive
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2024
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
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Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Great hotel, clean rooms, good central location within walking distance to peace memorial park. Happy hour from 5-7pm was also a welcome surprise.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
Everything was clean and perfect. Staff were exceptional, rooms beautiful. It is the most convenient location in the city.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
This hotel was amazing, and the staff were incredible. I absolutely loved my stay. The room was clean and spacious, and the bed was comfortable. The only downside was they did not have any English channels or movies. That being said I wasn't there for the TV experience.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Our stay here was great. The hotel is a bit dated but it is conveniently located, the room was very clean and large, housekeeping was thorough and the breakfast was fantastic. Our daughter loved the automatic pancake machine and rice dispencer. Very cool. The staff were exceptional as well. Really ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishi Ward
Yokogawa
Even though there aren't top sights in Yokogawa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like EDION Peace Wing Hiroshima. Jump on the metro at Yokogawa 1-chome Station to see more of the city.
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.
Motomachi
If you're spending time in Motomachi, check out sights like Hiroshima Green Arena or Hiroshima Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.
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.
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.
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.
Nishi Ward Travel Guide
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