Naka Ward Travel Guide
Hiroshima
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
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.
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 Central Shopping District
During your visit to Hiroshima, you can do some window-shopping at Hiroshima Central Shopping District. Visit the monuments in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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 6.5h Guided Tour – Dome, Park & Shrine
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour
Top hotels in Naka Ward
Hotel Hokke Club Hiroshima
"El hotel se encuentra caminando del parque de la paz y está muy cerca de una parada de camión. El personal es muy amable, la relación calidad/precio es excelente!! El baño que tienen es increíble, si vienen no se lo pueden perder. El desayuno es muy rico, comida típica de Hiroshima"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
"Very helpful staff and breakfast was great!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
"Wonderful place to stay. Offered upgraded room free of charge with gorgeous view of the city! Clean, very helpful staff and wonderful rooftop bar with complimentary drinks and great drink selection. We spent a lot of time enjoying the hotels services and were sad to leave - thank you!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hilton Hiroshima
"Housekeeping missed our room somehow, but the manager on night duty made sure it was all sorted and taken care of as soon as possible. Other than this small hiccup, this was the best hotel we stayed at on this trip. Breakfast closes at 10am, but the Executive floor has breakfast open till 11am."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
"The staff were very good and accommodating. Rooms are dated but clean. Perfect location for the main Hiroshima sites to visit."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hotel Mystays Hiroshima Peace Park
"The hotel is old and badly maintained"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Naka 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 Daisho-in and Miyajima Aquarium.
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.
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.
