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 notable monuments 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 Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Nishi Ward Hotel Deals
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 2026/4/11
OUCHI HOTEL Yokogawa
"It was good"
Reviewed on 2026/3/24
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
"For those planning to make day trips, the location is absolutely fantastic, right next to the Shinkansen station. We only spent one night, but we had a wonderful stay, very convenient. We had left some important documents in our previous hotel in Kyoto, and the staff at this hotel were fantastic, ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/22
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
"Loved my room. Hotel location. Happy hour. Great way for solo travelers to meet others"
Reviewed on 2026/5/22
THE KNOT Hiroshima
"We stayed at this hotel for 3 nights. Our room was clean, bright with a large window and a wonderful "downtown" view. There were 3 of us and the room had 3 beds, which made things admittedly a little tight. Though quite typical of Japanese hotels I believe and in no way a negative. The location was ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/19
Hotel Hokke Club Hiroshima
"Amazing hotel with a super comfy bed. Great location too"
Reviewed on 2026/5/17
Other neighborhoods around Nishi Ward
Yokogawa
Even though there aren't top sights in Yokogawa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like EDION Peace Wing Hiroshima. Jump on the metro at Yokogawa 1-chome Station to see more of the city.
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.
Hondori
While Hondori isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
