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 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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Hiroshima: Peace Memorial, Itsukushima and Miyajima Tour

Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry

1 Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima

Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)

Japanesel Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU

Hiroshima Peace (Heiwa) Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites
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Other neighbourhoods around Hongo-cho

Okunoshima Island
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Okunoshima Island. You might want to make time for a stop at Okunoshima Island Poison Gas Museum or Okunoshima Beach.

Namitakiji Onsen
Travelers like the parks in Namitakiji Onsen, and Minaga Reservoir is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Aki Ward
While you're in Aki Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima City Forestry Park or Seishoji Temple, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Midoriguchi Station or Midorinakamachi Station.

Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima Toshogu or Hiroshima City Forestry Park, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Fudoin-mae Station or Ushita Station.

Asakita Ward
If you're spending some time in Asakita Ward, Asa Zoological Park and Glass no Sato are top sights worth seeing.

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