What to do in Hiroshima Prefecture
Most fun & popular experiences in Hiroshima Prefecture
Tours & day trips
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Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Food, drink & nightlife
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HIROSHIMA Pub Crawl
Classes & workshops
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Hiroshima Kimono Rental and Photo Shoot
Adventure & outdoor
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Oasa Country Cycling (Easy Access from Hiroshima 1 hr Scenic Bus)
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
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 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.
Hiroshima Castle
Visit this magnificently reconstructed castle to explore its towering main keep and learn about Japanese feudal history and Samurai culture at the museum within.
Hiroshima Central Shopping District
During your visit to Hiroshima, you can do some window-shopping at Hiroshima Central Shopping District. Visit the monuments in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims
Pay respects to the victims of the Hiroshima bombings in a new, contemplative space that brings together images, video and voices of survivors.
Explore areas of Hiroshima Prefecture
Hiroshima City Centre
Memorials to the World War II atomic bomb tragedies dominate this downtown district. Visit pretty parks, tour a castle and shrines, and sample okonomiyaki pancakes.
Naka Ward
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 National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims and Children's Peace Monument.
Itsukushima
While visiting Itsukushima, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Misen and Miyajima Aquarium.
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.
Okunoshima Island
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Okunoshima Island. You might want to make time for a stop at Okunoshima Island Poison Gas Museum or Okunoshima Beach.
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Marina Hop or Mitaki-dera, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fukushima-cho Station or Nishi-kan-on-machi Station.
