Aki Ward
Hiroshima
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.

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.

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.

Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments 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.
Things to do

1 Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima

Hiroshima: Peace Memorial, Itsukushima and Miyajima Tour

All Included Tour in Hiroshima With Cruiser Pick Up and Lunch

Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)

Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour

Hiroshima Peace (Heiwa) Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites
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Other neighbourhoods around Aki Ward

Higashi Ward
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.

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 Take Shrine.

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.
Hijiyamachō
While visiting Hijiyamachō, you might make a stop by sights like Hijiyama Garden and Kyobashi River.

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

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