Nishi Ward Travel Guide

Hiroshima

A serene garden with stone statues, a small waterfall, and lush greenery.
A collection of stone statues in a garden, surrounded by moss and flowers.
A stone pagoda in a forested area.
A stone lantern with Japanese characters, surrounded by a wooden fence and lush greenery.
A stone staircase leading up a hill, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional Japanese lanterns.

Stay near popular Nishi Ward attractions

Mitaki-dera

You can find out about the history of Hiroshima with a visit to Mitaki-dera. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Hiroshima and Miyajima by Train: A Journey of Peace and Scenic Beauty

Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry

฿1,427
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Orizuru Tower Admission ticket | Hiroshima

Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)

฿835
per adult
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima Historical Walking Tour - Why A-Bomb was Dropped

Hiroshima Historical Walking Tour - Why A-Bomb was Dropped

฿1,168
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima Historical Walking Tour - Why A-Bomb was Dropped
Hiroshima & Miyajima 6.5h Guided Tour – Dome, Park & Shrine

Hiroshima & Miyajima: 2 UNESCO Sites 1-Day Small Group Tour

฿2,675
per adult
Hiroshima & Miyajima: 2 UNESCO Sites 1-Day Small Group Tour
Hiroshima Group Tour: Learn the Story Behind the Atomic Bomb

Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Story Half-Day Group Tour

฿849
per adult
Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Story Half-Day Group Tour
Shrine in Miyajima

Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour

฿4,033
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour
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Where to stay in Nishi Ward

Find the best Nishi Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bridge over a calm river at dusk with city buildings and trees in the background.

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.

A river with a bridge, buildings, and trees.
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Open Photo by BirdsEyeLV

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.

A historic building with a large, rusted Ferris wheel structure atop it.

Minami Ward

If you're spending time in Minami Ward, check out sights like Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, surrounded by trees and reflecting in a calm body of water.
Photo by Arry Kitting
Open Photo by Arry Kitting

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.

An old, circular building with a dome, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage and a grassy area.

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.

Nishi Ward Travel Guide