Sandankyo Onsen Travel Guide
Hiroshima
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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.
Hiroshima Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments 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 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 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 notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
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 Sandankyo Onsen
Nukui Onsen Nukui Springs
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
"The hotel was well maintained and our room has great views. Location was perfect and close to everything. The hotel staff was very helpful and attentive. When we asked questions about local transportation, the front staff provided everything possible to support our needs. Everything was very organized ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
GRACE STAY Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
"The place was very good once I got in, but it was pretty hard to find and had some issues with check in. Note that the place on Google maps might not be the actual place, it's one street south of it. Not much around in the area, especially later at night."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
HOTEL LiVEMAX Hiroshima Funairimachi Riverside
"If it was a 0 there"
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
GRAND BASE Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
"On walking to the accommodation we were a little concerned as it seemed a bit like suburbia (as it turned out not necessarily a terrible thing but depends what you're looking for) but on arrival found the hotel a bit surprising. Very neat and tidy with only 2 levels and 10 (or 12) rooms. I'm not ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hiroshima Peace Hotel - Hostel
"Good basic Japanese style room very near station, lots of shops nearby. Helpful staff Damp smell in corridors but room was clean."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Where to stay in Sandankyo Onsen
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.
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 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.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
