Aki Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Itsukushima Shrine

4.5/5(101 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.

Itsukushima Shrine
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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

4.5/5(84 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.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
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Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.

Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
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Miyajima Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(62 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.

Miyajima Ferry Terminal
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Atomic Bomb Dome

4.5/5(86 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.

Atomic Bomb Dome
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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

4.5/5(82 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.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Activities

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Hiroshima Departure - 1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour

AU$222
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima Departure - 1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour
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Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

AU$503
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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Full Day Bus Tour in Hiroshima and Miyajima

AU$174
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full Day Bus Tour in Hiroshima and Miyajima
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Osaka Departure - 1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour

AU$559
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Osaka Departure - 1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour
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Hiroshima Custom Half Day Tour

AU$390
Per adult
Hiroshima Custom Half Day Tour
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Hiroshima Ancient and Modern

AU$462
Per adult
Hiroshima Ancient and Modern
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Our pick of the best Aki Ward Hotel Deals

Nest Hotel Hiroshima Hatchobori
Nest Hotel Hiroshima Hatchobori
3 out of 5
13-12 Noboricho, Hiroshima, Hiroshima
The price is AU$61 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$61
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Great location right on the street car line and walkable to the downtown pedestrian shopping area. We had two rooms each with two beds. The room in the front of the hotel had a nice window to the street in front and both rooms had two small windows on the side of the building. The windows had good ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Nest Hotel Hiroshima Hatchobori
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
3.5 out of 5
1-5 Matsubara-cho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Right next door to the train station, couldn’t be more convenient. Staff very friendly."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

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Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
4 out of 5
6-78 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,615 reviews)
"The property was nice, very close to memorial museum, and very walkable to castle and the beautiful Japanese Garden- a must see. The rooms were a little outdated, but worked. We had a great corner room- with beautiful views of the castle! Overall it was pleasant."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

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RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
3.5 out of 5
6-10 Tanaka-machi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is AU$72 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$72
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Recommend!"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Oriental Hotel Hiroshima
THE KNOT Hiroshima
THE KNOT Hiroshima
3.5 out of 5
3-1-1 Otemachi, Hiroshima, Hiroshima
The price is AU$73 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$73
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,119 reviews)
"The hotel was great. The room was clean and very retro/modern feel to it. Check out was super easy and quick."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

THE KNOT Hiroshima
APA Hotel Hiroshima Station Ohashi
APA Hotel Hiroshima Station Ohashi
3 out of 5
2-26, Kyobashicho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima
The price is AU$82 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$82
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Hiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"This is a standard APA hotel. It is efficient and good value. There was a tech problem during check in which was resolved after a while. Staff intended to be helpful. Breakfast is a bargain."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

APA Hotel Hiroshima Station Ohashi
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Other neighbourhoods around Aki Ward

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Higashi Ward

4/5(1 area review)

While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima City Forestry Park or Fudoin Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fudoin-mae Station or Ushita Station.

Higashi Ward
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Fuchu-cho

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Fuchu-cho. You might want to make time for a stop at Mazda Museum or Mazda Museum.

Fuchu-cho
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Minami Ward

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Minami Ward
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Ōsukachō

When in Ōsukachō, you can plan a visit to Shukkeien and Hiroshima Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ōsukachō
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Nagarekawacho

While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nagarekawacho
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Hiroshima City Centre

4.5/5(231 area reviews)

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.

Hiroshima City Centre

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