Nishi Ward Travel Guide
Hiroshima
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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.
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.
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.
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
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima
Top hotels in Nishi Ward
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 Intergate Hiroshima
Room was clean, staff were friendly and the location was great for the price. Check in and check out process are also easy.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Great breakfast buffet, spacious bathroom, polite staff..... Can't complain anything. Also the location is perfect!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Room was comfortable, and staff friendly, but having check-in on the top floor bar (even if temporary) is weird. Colour choices for rooms are straight out of the 90's with it's choice of Green velvet for the bed. Shower and Bathroom were acceptable, and bed was comfortable though. Staff were friendly, ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hilton Hiroshima
Grate views from room.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Nest Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae
Clean room, very friendly staff, convenient to train
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
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.
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.
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.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
