Motomachi Travel Guide
Hiroshima





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Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.
Things to do

Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry

Japanesel Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU

Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima by Bullet Train from Tokyo

Hiroshima/Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Hiroshima in a Nutshell: Morning Bike Adventure
Top hotels in Motomachi

RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Hilton Hiroshima
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
- Hiroshima Museum of Art
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Miyajima Ferry Terminal
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Setonaikai National Park
- Hiroshima University
- Hiroshima Central Shopping District
- Kamiyacho
- Miyajima Aquarium
- Kure Port
- Yamato Museum
- Momijidani Park
- Children's Peace Monument
- Five-Story Pagoda