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Hiroshima, Japan

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Hiroshima

Japan

Best things to do in Hiroshima

31 curated attractions in Hiroshima, Japan. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

March - May, September - November

Average temp

16°C/61°F

Budget

Mid-range

Safety

Generally safe

About Hiroshima

Hiroshima, a city forever marked by its history as the site of the first atomic bombing in 1945, is now a place dedicated to peace and remembrance. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial, or Genbaku Dome, stands as a haunting reminder amidst the modern landscape, surrounded by wide avenues and parks that invite reflection. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, alongside the Peace Memorial Museum, offers insights into the impact of the bombing, serving as a powerful educational center. Meanwhile, the nearby Miyajima Island, with its iconic Itsukushima Shrine and floating Torii Gate, attracts visitors with a different kind of beauty. The city's transformation from destruction to a symbol of hope is palpable, and people come to understand the weight of its past, while also enjoying the local okonomiyaki and tranquil spots like Shukkeien Garden.

Who it's for

It's a destination for those interested in history, reflection, and culture. If you're looking for high-energy nightlife or a checklist of modern attractions, you might be disappointed. The emotional depth of the memorials might overwhelm someone who prefers a light-hearted experience.

Getting around

Public transport: Good

  • The Peace Memorial Park is about a twenty-minute walk from the main train station
  • Local trams are reliable and connect major sites efficiently
  • Hiroshima's public transport offers easy access to Miyajima, with ferries running frequently
  • A visit to the observatory in the Naka Ward Office adds a different view of the city
Hiroshima Museum of Art

Hiroshima Museum of Art

Art museums & galleries
Mazda Museum

Mazda Museum

Specialty & quirky museums
Hiroshima Hondori Shopping Street

Hiroshima Hondori Shopping Street

Shopping streets & districts
Hiroshima City Transportation Museum

Hiroshima City Transportation Museum

Specialty & quirky museums
Hiroshima Botanical Garden

Hiroshima Botanical Garden

Botanical gardens
Hiroshima Municipal Stadium

Hiroshima Municipal Stadium

Stadiums & sports venues
Hiroshima Orizuru Tower

Hiroshima Orizuru Tower

Observation decks & city views
Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum

Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum

Art museums & galleries
Hiroshima Children's Museum

Hiroshima Children's Museum

Science & natural history museums
Fudoin Temple

Fudoin Temple

Buddhist temples & pagodas
Hiroshima Bay

Hiroshima Bay

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

History museums
Hiroshima Flower Festival

Hiroshima Flower Festival

Festivals & celebrations
Hiroshima City Naka Ward Office Observatory

Hiroshima City Naka Ward Office Observatory

Observation decks & city views
Nagarekawa

Nagarekawa

Urban Attractions
Mitaki Temple

Mitaki Temple

Buddhist temples & pagodas
Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art

Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art

Art museums & galleries
Hiroshima Central Park

Hiroshima Central Park

City parks
Yamato Museum

Yamato Museum

History museums
Hiroshima City Asa Zoological Park

Hiroshima City Asa Zoological Park

Zoos
Itsukushima Shrine and Torii Gate on Miyajima Island

Itsukushima Shrine and Torii Gate on Miyajima Island

Shinto shrines
Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims

Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims

Monuments & memorials
Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome)

Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome)

Monuments & memorials
Mount Misen

Mount Misen

Mountains & volcanoes
Miyajima Island

Miyajima Island

Islands
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Monuments & memorials
Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine

Shinto shrines
Shukkeien Garden

Shukkeien Garden

Formal & Japanese gardens
Shimose Art Museum

Shimose Art Museum

Arts and Entertainment Venues
Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street

Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street

Shopping streets & districts
Hiroshima Castle

Hiroshima Castle

Castles & palaces

Where to eat in Hiroshima

The places worth planning a meal around.

Nagata-ya

Nagata-ya

Japanese · $$

★ 4.4 · 3,397 reviews

Kakiya

Kakiya

Japanese · $

★ 4.4 · 1,821 reviews

Lucky Bakery

Lucky Bakery

Japanese Bakery · From ¥500

★ 4.6 · 376 reviews

Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Yokocho

Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Yokocho

Japanese · From ¥1500

★ 3.7 · 324 reviews

Momiji-Manju Rikyu

Momiji-Manju Rikyu

Japanese · From ¥500

★ 4.3

Okonomimura

Okonomimura

Japanese · From ¥1000

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