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.
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.
Activities
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima Peace (Heiwa) Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites
Our pick of the best Nishi Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishi Ward
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.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
Nishi Ward Travel Guide
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