Title: Nishi Ward Travel Guide: Best of Nishi Ward, Hiroshima Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Nishi Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishi-Ward-Hiroshima-Hotels.0-n553248635991222108-0.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)[Nishi Ward Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Nishi-Ward.d553248635991222108.Car-Hire-Guide)[Nishi Ward Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishi-Ward.d553248635991222108.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Nishi Ward Travel Guide ## Hiroshima ![I am currently travelling in Hiroshima, Japan and I woke up this morning knowing only one thing: I needed to go on a hike. I went to Mitaki Dera, a temple hidden outside of Hiroshima, only a short train ride away. This place is absolutely magical. Wandering through the trees, up stairs and rocks, to the top where you get a magnificent view of the city. On the way there are hundreds of Buddha statues, shrines, and waterfalls. I couldn't think of a better #WeekendGetaway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1465/8340fd1c-ec61-47d4-b18c-c733d91fd4a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I am currently travelling in Hiroshima, Japan and I woke up this morning knowing only one thing: I needed to go on a hike. I went to Mitaki Dera, a temple hidden outside of Hiroshima, only a short train ride away. This place is absolutely magical. Wandering through the trees, up stairs and rocks, to the top where you get a magnificent view of the city. On the way there are hundreds of Buddha statues, shrines, and waterfalls. I couldn't think of a better #WeekendGetaway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1465/8340fd1c-ec61-47d4-b18c-c733d91fd4a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mitaki-dera](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565540206/ce8d53a4-b453-4c82-af63-1855ac67e9d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mitaki-dera](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565540206/ee988477-4b78-4073-aac1-ed9f3805b2e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mitaki-dera](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565540206/f6f8f391-3436-4601-a7ce-50e045d3bacd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nishi Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Hiroshima travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima.dx6128225) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Mitaki-dera](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565540206/fe753dca-fcd8-43bd-ab01-e271016f1f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mitaki-dera You can find out about the history of Hiroshima with a visit to Mitaki-dera. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mitaki-Dera-Nishi-Ward.d553248621565540206.Attraction) ![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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ### Things to do ![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 £89 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details) ![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 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 £84 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-and-miyajima-1-day-bus-tour.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) £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/orizuru-tower-admission-ticket-hiroshima-city-prefecture.a49387068.activity-details) ![2023/9/14掲載](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45017615/ff8e7761-4507-4d67-b272-2cb9794c3400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima £108 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-hiroshima-and-miyajima-bus-tour-from-hiroshima.a45017615.activity-details) ![Biking by the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48953228/e4171106-f812-4945-a35f-cb4473711f3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat £101 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-and-miyajima-by-bike-and-boat.a48953228.activity-details) [See all activities in Hiroshima](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hiroshima.d6128225.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Nishi Ward ![Hiroshima Peace Hotel - Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3979700/3979676/8a2f0082_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hiroshima Peace Hotel - Hostel 2-6-14 Yokokawacho, Nishi-ku Hiroshima Hiroshima-ken Fully refundable £119 21 Feb - 22 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hostel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions EDION Peace Wing Hiroshima and Hiroshima ... 7.6/10 Good! (131 reviews) 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 28 Jan 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3979676&PinnedHotelID=3979676&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222108) ![Hotel Granvia Hiroshima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/76900/76855/904a63f3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Granvia Hiroshima 1-5 Matsubara-cho Hiroshima Hiroshima-ken £54 27 Feb - 28 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,427 reviews) Clean room. Excellent location. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=76855&PinnedHotelID=76855&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222108) ![Hotel Intergate Hiroshima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29370000/29369700/29369699/18d78f0a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Intergate Hiroshima 5-16 Teppo-cho, Naka-ku Hiroshima Hiroshima £43 23 Feb - 24 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,112 reviews) The room was clean and comfortable. The bathroom was very clean. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=29369699&PinnedHotelID=29369699&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222108) ![Hilton Hiroshima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75040000/75030700/75030621/693decd7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Hiroshima Fujimicho 11-12, Naka-ku Hiroshima Hiroshima £75 23 Feb - 24 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,176 reviews) 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 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=75030621&PinnedHotelID=75030621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222108) ![RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/468700/468619/431c6355_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima 6-78 Motomachi Hiroshima Hiroshima-ken £58 15 Feb - 16 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,060 reviews) Lovely stay, staff were so kind and helpful. Great location. Walking distance to the atomic dome and Hiroshima castle. Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=468619&PinnedHotelID=468619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222108) ![THE KNOT Hiroshima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48490000/48483200/48483168/59cd22b2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE KNOT Hiroshima 3-1-1 Otemachi Hiroshima Hiroshima £32 15 Feb - 16 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,877 reviews) Lovely hotel, lovely room, clean, great breakfast, friendly staff. Really liked the touch of a ‘free’ drink or snack with the Knot coins. Great location for sightseeing, less than 5 mins from the Hiroshima Peace Museum. Would absolutely stay again. 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Jump on the metro at Yokogawa 1-chome Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Yokogawa.dx945986159360868352) ![縮景園 濯纓池](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810424097/deef5ee8-4cc0-4e27-a88d-c9328d4ccc18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Naka Ward 4.5/5(8 area reviews) Travellers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Naka-Ward.dx6346393) ![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) ![The Atomic Bomb Dome Panorama in Hiroshima and the surounding garden in autumn at sunset on the side of Motoyasu River in Japan, with the Peace Memorial Park on the left in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007457/65516b4c-3974-4975-a189-79e6f3675901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hondori While there might not be top attractions in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Hondori.dx553248635976007457) ![Hiroshima Peace Memorial, Atomic Bomb Dome. UNESCO. Hiroshima, Japan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944713529532096512/e292d8ca-6c3c-4d99-a260-146577375f30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 of the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hiroshima-Kamiyacho.dx944713529532096512) ![Great atmosphere, good coffee and friendly staff ☕️✨👌 #red #coffee #hiroshima #japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1465/936c8c34-ad58-4ee5-b2cf-2a4fa5f0cb1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fukuromachi While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park. 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