Things to do in Hiroshima Prefecture

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Hiroshima Prefecture Attractions

If you haven't traveled to Hiroshima Prefecture yet, get set for an amazing time. Great shopping, exceptional restaurants and fantastic tourist attractions are just some of the things that make this busy city a delight. Are you ready to discover the very best of it?

If you're ready to discover the best of Hiroshima Prefecture, join a few of the top tours & day trips on offer, and let a friendly guide show you the most popular sights. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {150 fun activities in Hiroshima Prefecture fun activities in Hiroshima Prefecture} are also worth checking out.

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Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Activity duration is 8 hours
6.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $119 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Hiroshima & Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

Hiroshima & Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 76 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $115 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Hiroshima: Miyajima Half-day Historical Walking Tour

Hiroshima: Miyajima Half-day Historical Walking Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $105 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat

Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 36 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $137 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Activity duration is 8 hours
6.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $119 per adult
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What to do in Hiroshima Prefecture

Free Things to Do in Hiroshima

Heading to Hiroshima on a budget? The following can be experienced for zip.

Hiroshima City Museum of History and Traditional Crafts - Jam-packed with intriguing objects and exhibits, this place is heaven for knowledge-hungry minds.

Mikumarikyo Forest Park - If you want to ramp up the fun factor on your escape, this is the place to do it.

Kyu Japan Bank - If you're captivated by history, this is one stop you really shouldn't miss.

Kamiyacho - Rub shoulders with the local residents and discover the true personality and spirit of this wonderful place.

Children's Peace Monument - Well known among those who reside here, this place is worth exploring.

Memorial Cathedral for World Peace - Take a few moments for some prayer or meditation at this tranquil holy site.

Saka Bayside Beach - Devour an amazing novel or enjoy a podcast while you're catching those rays.

Hiroshima City Forestry Park - Get out of the busy city life and lose yourself in Mother Nature at this breathtaking place.

Fukuromachi Park - Renew your mind and soul by spending time in nature.

Things to Do in Hiroshima Prefecture with Kids

Hiroshima Prefecture boasts loads of nearby fun experiences for you and the kids. Our family friendly experiences will keep the crew happy for days.

 

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Hiroshima Prefecture

Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine

4.5/5(183 reviews)

Walk along wooden piers and observe the captivating sights of this Shinto shrine that appears to float on the water offshore from Miyajima Island.

Itsukushima Shrine
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

5/5(174 reviews)

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 Peace Memorial Museum
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

5/5(186 reviews)

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.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Atomic Bomb Dome

Atomic Bomb Dome

4.5/5(194 reviews)

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.

Atomic Bomb Dome
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Hiroshima Green Arena

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.

Hiroshima Green Arena
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Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium

4/5(9 reviews)

Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.

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

Hiroshima University

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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

Hiroshima University
Hiroshima Castle

Hiroshima Castle

4.5/5(107 reviews)

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 Castle
Hiroshima Central Shopping District

Hiroshima Central Shopping District

5/5(1 review)

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.

Hiroshima Central Shopping District

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Hiroshima Prefecture

Hiroshima City Centre

Hiroshima City Centre

4.5/5(400 area reviews)

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.

Hiroshima City Centre
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Itsukushima

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

Itsukushima
Naka Ward

Naka Ward

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

In the heart of Hiroshima, discover the central business district and Peace Memorial Park, shop at Hondori shopping arcade, and savor okonomiyaki at Okonomi-mura.

Naka Ward
Minami Ward

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.

Minami Ward
Landscape of Takamatsu city in Kagawa prefecture Japan

Higashi Ward

While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima City Forestry Park or Hiroshima Toshogu, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Fudoin-mae Station or Ushita Station.

Higashi Ward
Motomachi

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.

Motomachi

 

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Popular day trips from Hiroshima Prefecture

Hiroshima

Hiroshima

Matsuyama

Matsuyama

The access to Eitoku-in Subordinate Temple in the precincts of Buttsu-ji Temple in Mihara City in Hiroshima Prefecture in Japan　日本の広島県三原市にある佛通寺境内にある末寺永徳院の参道

Higashihiroshima

Tomonoura Port town and Seto Inland Sea landscape view from behind Io-ji or Ioji Temple bell. Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan.

Fukuyama

Masuda

Masuda

Hatsukaichi

Hatsukaichi

Kure City and Ondo Bridge, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan

Kure

浜田マリン大橋

Hamada

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Hiroshima Prefecture on a sunny day?
What to do in Hiroshima Prefecture on a rainy day?
What is Hiroshima Prefecture famous for?
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Hiroshima Castle should be at the top of your sightseeing list in Hiroshima Prefecture.
What should I not miss in Hiroshima Prefecture?
If you want to discover the best of this destination, add these sights to your itinerary:

  • Atomic Bomb Dome
  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
  • Hiroshima Museum of Art
  • Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art

What can you do in Hiroshima Prefecture for free?
You could even leave your money in the hotel safe for the day, because these terrific attractions won't cost you a dime:

  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
  • Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims
  • Kamiyacho
  • Kure Port

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