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.
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.
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.
Nishi Ward Hotel Deals
Hiroshima Peace Hotel - Hostel
Everything is so close! And the buses and trains are easy to understand! This hotel’s service is also very kind and always attentive
Reviewed on 2024/1/28
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Really good value for money. Room was really clean and spacious. Great location, walking distance to all main areas
Reviewed on 2026/2/3
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Clean room. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 2026/1/31
Hilton Hiroshima
Incredible room, fantastic service, good workout area and an incredible onsen to relax after a long day of walking. Staff are amazing, accommodating and very helpful. Great hotel with a good location within walking distance of everything you want to see in Nagasaki.
Reviewed on 2026/2/1
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Attentive staff, great ocean view & convenient!
Reviewed on 2026/1/31
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Everything! Location, affordability, compact but not too small rooms, super attentive and helpful staff, gorgeous rooftop bar/lounge.
Reviewed on 2026/1/30
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.
