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.
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.
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 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 Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Things to do
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Top hotels in Hongo-cho
Green Hill Hotel Onomichi
Great location, helpful and experienced personnel. The hotel is beginning to show its age but pricing is fair so it should remain a destination of choice for Onomichi. Thank you.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Onomichi Royal Hotel
Hiroshima Airport Hotel
Wonderful hotel for traveling early morning next day. Excellent staff and services. Great location but with no exercise facilities.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Toyoko Inn Higashi Hiroshima Saijo Station
This location is right next to Saijo station - an excellent place to stay with quick access to Sakagura street to visit all of the sake breweries. My only complaint is there’s only one elevator for the whole hotel so for events like the Saijo Sake Matsuri it takes a long time to get to and from your ...
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025
Lemonsea Onomichi
Helpful staff
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
onomichi club
Spacious room with exceptional view, friendly And helpful staffs, also have an outstanding rooftop bar.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hongo-cho
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 Ōkunoshima Ferry Terminal No. 1.
Aki Ward
When in Aki Ward and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Mikumarikyo Forest Park or Hiroshima City Forestry Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Midoriguchi Station or Midorinakamachi Station.
Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima Toshogu or Hiroshima City Forestry Park, and hop on the metro to see more 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 Mikumarikyo Forest Park.
Asakita Ward
If you're spending some time in Asakita Ward, Asa Zoological Park and Glass no Sato are top sights worth seeing.
Minami Ward
While you're in Minami Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
