Nishi Ward
Hiroshima
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Popular places to visit
Mitaki-dera
You can find out about the history of Hiroshima with a trip to Mitaki-dera. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nishi Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Everything is good.
Reviewed on 2025/12/4
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Location!!
Reviewed on 2025/12/5
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
lot of shops nearby
Reviewed on 2025/12/4
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Great bar and overall atmosphere.
Reviewed on 2025/12/9
Hiroshima Washington Hotel
Great location for a short stay in Hiroshima.
Reviewed on 2025/12/1
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Breakfast
Reviewed on 2025/11/27
Other neighborhoods around Nishi Ward
Naka Ward
In the heart of Hiroshima, discover the central business district and Peace Memorial Park, shop at Hondori shopping arcade, and savor okonomiyaki at Okonomi-mura.
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 the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.
Kamiyacho
If you're spending time in Kamiyacho, check out sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District or Kamiyacho and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station.
Hondori
While Hondori isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
Nishi Ward
- Itsukushima Shrine
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Hiroshima Green Arena
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Setonaikai National Park
- Hiroshima University
- Miyahama Hot Spring
- Kintaikyo Bridge
- Kamiyacho
- Kure Port
- Iwakuni Shirohebi Shrine
- Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims
- Hiroshima Museum of Art
- Miyajima Aquarium
- Daisho-in
- Shukkeien
- Momijidani Park
- Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine
- Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art
- Five-Story Pagoda