10 TOP Things to Do in Hiroshima Prefecture (2026 Activity Guide)

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Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

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Hiroshima & Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

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Hiroshima: Miyajima Half-day Historical Walking Tour

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Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat

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Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

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What to do in Hiroshima Prefecture

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 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.

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 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.

Ruins of A-Bomb Dome in the Heart of Hiroshima, Japan

Hiroshima University

Explore the campus of Hiroshima University, during your trip to Higashihiroshima. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hiroshima Central Shopping District. Visit the monuments in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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.

Itsukushima

If you're spending some time in Itsukushima, Daisho-in and Miyajima Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

Naka Ward

Travelers 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 Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.

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.

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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.

Motomachi

If you're spending time in Motomachi, check out sights like Hiroshima Green Arena or Hiroshima Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.