Title: Higashi Ward Travel Guide: Best of Higashi Ward, Hiroshima Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Higashi Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Higashi-Ward-Hiroshima-Hotels.0-n553248635991220108-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Hiroshima](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Hiroshima.d6128225.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Hiroshima](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hiroshima.d6128225.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Higashi Ward Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Higashi-Ward.d553248635991220108.Car-Hire-Guide)[Higashi Ward Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Higashi-Ward.d553248635991220108.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Higashi Ward Travel Guide ## Hiroshima ![Landscape of Takamatsu city in Kagawa prefecture Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991220108/ec0f02ce-8984-4c24-8bb7-0a693b02f66a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Landscape of Takamatsu city in Kagawa prefecture Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991220108/ec0f02ce-8984-4c24-8bb7-0a693b02f66a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Higashi Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Hiroshima travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima.dx6128225) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Itsukushima Shrine which includes a lake or waterhole and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102564/2574c791-2866-4c0d-9fea-861d5c7b15c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Itsukushima Shrine 4.5/5(53 reviews) Walk along wooden piers and observe the captivating sights of this Shinto shrine that appears to float on the water offshore from Miyajima Island. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Itsukushima-Shrine-Hiroshima.d6102564.Attraction) ![Atomic Bomb Dome](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102476/2fbbc881-f8ab-49fa-8c4c-62b35ec2ed18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Atomic Bomb Dome 4.5/5(50 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Atomic-Bomb-Dome-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102476.Attraction) ![Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102502/8e79a716-bcce-437c-8dc4-67ee95f65425.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park 4.5/5(50 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Peace-Memorial-Park-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102502.Attraction) ![Miyajima Ferry Terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222506/5803dc64-b911-4169-8e22-0ee42946073e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Miyajima Ferry Terminal 4.5/5(33 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Miyajima-Ferry-Terminal-Itsukushima.d6222506.Attraction) ![広島県立総合体育館](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102492/d5a8de35-515d-48cb-9e87-7a12fbfd7fc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima Green Arena 4.5/5(6 reviews) Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Green-Arena-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102492.Attraction) ![Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102500/0632a141-ca57-4b8a-b27d-77f1c6709c00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum 4.5/5(51 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Peace-Memorial-Museum-Hiroshima-City-Centre.d6102500.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Koto performer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50002098/ff54280f-85a4-4aad-b08c-327f03c4567f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-koto-live-performance-and-the-story-behind-the-strings.a50002098.activity-details) ![Hiroshima and Miyajima by Train: A Journey of Peace and Scenic Beauty](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49592404/56f435ac-6325-495d-9721-2e681b550f6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry £87 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-miyajima-with-itsukushima-shrine-ferry.a49592404.activity-details) ![Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46278235/39032cb9-1be6-4d64-b83d-845938d604ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch £84 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-and-miyajima-1-day-bus-tour-with-lunch.a46278235.activity-details) ![Orizuru Tower Admission ticket | Hiroshima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49387068/90135d7f-75bf-4ae7-a559-52dad42e344f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture) £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/orizuru-tower-admission-ticket-hiroshima-city-prefecture.a49387068.activity-details) ![Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50173821/b771ce3e-fc4b-46c9-8a78-057ee0c87847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka £87 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details) ![Hiroshima Walking Tour with a Local Buddy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50852276/b9ceb16f-fa37-480b-946c-c93f20d1baa2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima Walking Tour with a Local Buddy £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-walking-tour-with-a-local-buddy.a50852276.activity-details) [See all activities in Hiroshima](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hiroshima.d6128225.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Higashi Ward ![Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4170000/4166000/4165914/19c15742_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel 12-1 Wakakusa-cho Hiroshima Hiroshima-ken £143 1 Mar - 2 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews) A club room was a bonus . Pool use and lounge access Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=4165914&PinnedHotelID=4165914&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220108) ![Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33540800/33540796/2a31c5fb_edited_c9b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima Station 3-5-7 Futaborinosato, Higashi-ku Hiroshima Hiroshima £58 8 Mar - 9 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 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Overall great value for the money Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=101925149&PinnedHotelID=101925149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220108) ![APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Shinkansenguchi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103930000/103928800/103928730/543d6be5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Shinkansenguchi 2-29 Kamiosukacho, Higashi-ku Hiroshima Hiroshima £41 27 Feb - 28 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hiroshima Toshogu and Shukkeien are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (480 reviews) Room was clean, amenities are great, and the location is really good Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=103928730&PinnedHotelID=103928730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220108) ![Trust Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74770000/74768600/74768548/dd805edd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Trust Hotel 1-14-10 Hikarimachi Hiroshima £43 2 Mar - 3 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site spa services and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (371 reviews) Ehh Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=74768548&PinnedHotelID=74768548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220108) ![Toyoko Inn Hiroshima-eki Shinkansen-guchi No.2](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55090000/55084800/55084703/a3d07498_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Toyoko Inn Hiroshima-eki Shinkansen-guchi No.2 1-13-27 Hikarimachi Hiroshima Hiroshima £57 29 Mar - 30 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Ebisucho.dx945967613635588096) ![Motomachi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810424097/08cfcad4-c512-47de-8497-258ce381c2a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 of the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Motomachi.dx944713746293727232) ![Streetcars parked at Hiroshima Port. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1465/839f3b3a-5026-4bce-8f78-edbdc17ea1cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Hiroshima-City-Centre.dx553248635810424097) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nagarekawacho While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby. 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