Visit Hongo-cho
Popular places to visit
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.
Hiroshima Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Hiroshima: Miyajima and Hiroshima UNESCO Day Tour
Hiroshima & Miyajima 6.5h Guided Tour – Dome, Park & Shrine
Top hotels in Hongo-cho
Green Hill Hotel Onomichi
"Great location! Incredibly polite and helpful staff! Beautiful views! Loved this place so very much!"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Hiroshima Airport Hotel
"The staff was very kind and helpful! Check in was easy and the front desk helped me send my luggage to my next stop. Everyone was warm and welcoming, from the front desk, to the restaurant staff, to the housekeeping staff. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Onomichi Royal Hotel
"Great hotel, excellent staff, views and convenient"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
onomichi club
"Only issue I had is that the small Cafe at front desk opens at 9 am. It has great view and the bar is cute and cozy. Staff is kind and helpful."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Lemonsea Onomichi
"Enjoyable place to stay. Loved it"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Higashi Hiroshima Saijo Station
"This location is right next to Saijo station - an excellent place to stay with quick access to Sakagura street to visit all of the sake breweries. My only complaint is there’s only one elevator for the whole hotel so for events like the Saijo Sake Matsuri it takes a long time to get to and from your ..."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Where to stay in Hongo-cho
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.
Minami Ward
If you're spending time in Minami Ward, check out sights like Hijiyama Garden or Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
