Minami Ward Travel Guide
Hiroshima
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art
Discover an exciting and ever-changing display of artwork by Japanese and international contemporary artists at this architecturally impressive hilltop museum.
Hijiyama Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Hijiyama Garden, a lovely green space in Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
Manga Library-Museum
You can study the exhibits at Manga Library-Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Hiroshima. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hijiyama-kōen
You can find out about the history of Hiroshima when you stop by Hijiyama-kōen. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
Hiroshima City Museum of History and Traditional Crafts
You can browse the exhibits at Hiroshima City Museum of History and Traditional Crafts, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Hiroshima. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Hiroshima & Miyajima 6.5h Guided Tour – Dome, Park & Shrine
Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour
Top hotels in Minami Ward
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
"I had to change my schedule. At first, I didn't know where to start but once I managed to start, the rest was easy."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
"The room was superb very clean and new, great size for family. Staff was super friendly. Excellent location!"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Ohashi
"The rooms are very small, but the location is convenient to most of the best transportation options. Everything was clean and well maintained. The staff were friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima
"Really a beautiful hotel. Staff is extremely professional and attentive. Rooms are clean and beautiful. The port right next to the hotel is awesome."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Nest Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae
"Close to the train station. Carpet was slightly worn but everything else was new and very clean. I used the laundry machine twice with no issues. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME HIROSHIMA SHINKANSENGUCHI
"great hotel"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Minami Ward
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.
Itsukushima
While visiting Itsukushima, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Misen and Daisho-in.
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.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
