Hiroshima Itinerary for 4 Days : Ultimate Hiroshima Travel Guide

Day 1 | Morning

Itsukushima Shrine

Opening Hours: New Year's Day January 1st - January 5th will be based on actual conditions; January 6th - February 28th 6:30-17:30; March 1st - October 14th 6:30-18: 00; October 15th - November 30th 6:30-17:30; December 1st - December 31st 6:30-17:00.

Ticket Price: 300 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: 1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588

Itsukushima Shrine is a shrine located on Itsukushima Island in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. It was founded around 593 and mainly dedicated to the three sea goddesses (the three goddesses of Munakata) in ancient Japanese legends. Itsukushima Shrine was built on the intertidal zone of the Seto Inland Sea. The large torii gate (Japanese-style archway) standing in the sea in front of the shrine is a well-known landmark in Itsukushima, known as one of the "Three Views of Japan". In addition to most of the architectural structures of Itsukushima Shrine designated as national treasures by the Japanese government, the shrine also houses many national treasure-level items, and in 1996, it was listed on the World Heritage List with the original forest area on Mount Mi behind the shrine. (The shrine is a world cultural heritage, while Misan is a world natural heritage).

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kuro: wonderful shrine .... you can enjoy your time here , walking along the coast , gentle patting the deer , the food here also really good ..... near the shrine you can enjoy the food and souvenir street , also you can spend your time on hiking the mountain ..... during the evening when the water getting low you can walk along the big toori , around 4-5 , you can ask the store or ryokan owner about the exact time ...... very nice and beautiful island

Trip.com User: I love going to Miyajima, the deers are adorable and the food is just so tasty my mouth is getting watery just thinking about it.

Day 1 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Itsukushima Shrine, don’t forget pay a visit to Hiroshima Castle.

Hiroshima Castle

Opening Hours: Sun - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Ticket Price: 370 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: 21-1 Motomachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0011, Japan

Hiroshima Castle is located on the flat ground of the delta of the Ota River. Because it looks like a black carp, it is also known as "Carp Castle". It was built by the famous general Mori Terumoto in 1589, and it took 10 years to complete. This beautiful castle was completely destroyed in the atomic bombing of 1945. The current castle was rebuilt in 1958 in the same way as it was, standing on the top of the city overlooking the surrounding city. In addition to exhibiting historical arts and crafts, Hiroshima Castle is also a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, attracting many cherry blossom viewing tourists every spring.

Reviews from Real Guests:

しゅん太郎: Hiroshima is also a tourist city, and the place around the city is packed compactly. This is also a standard route. There is also a bronze statue of Ikeda Yujin. I want to double income.

Trip.com User: Although it is a rebuilt city, but the official maintenance intention, is worth visiting the place.

Day 1 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Hiroshima Castle? OUCHI HOTEL SUITE Temma is one of your top choices.

OUCHI HOTEL SUITE Temma

The OUCHI HOTEL SUITE Temma provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The OUCHI HOTEL SUITE Temma offers a pleasant stay in Hiroshima for those traveling for business or leisure.

With Hondori Railway Station just 2km away and Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport only 53km away, transportation is very convenient. There's plenty to do nearby, with Lutheran Hiroshima Church, Enryuji Temple and Nagarekawa Dori all within a short distance.

When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities.

When it comes to Hiroshima hotels, the OUCHI HOTEL SUITE Temma is highly regarded for its excellent facilities.

Day 2 | Morning

Shukkeien

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-3/31,9:00am-5:00pm;Open from 4/1-9/30,9:00am-6:00pm;Open from 10/1-12/31,9:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 260 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 2-11 Kaminoborichō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0014, Japan

It was built by the former lord of Hiroshima. It is a typical Edo period architectural style. It is said that it is also modeled on the architecture of the West Lake in China. "Shijing Garden". The Zhuoying Pond in the center of the garden is dotted with small islands of different sizes. The valleys, bridges, and pavilions are ingeniously arranged. It is very interesting to cruise through it, so it is also called a parade garden. Flowers bloom in the garden all year round, so you can experience the charm of the garden any time you come. In 1940, Shukkei Garden was designated as a national scenic spot. Due to the atomic bomb explosion, it was in a state of complete damage. Today, Qingfeng Pavilion and Mingyue Pavilion have been restored.

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Shukkeien, don’t forget pay a visit to Memorial Cathedral for World Peace.

Memorial Cathedral for World Peace

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 50 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: 1-2 Nakajimachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, Japan

The Peace Memorial Museum is located in the Hiroshima Peace Park Memorial Park. The Museum is divided into the West Building (Main Building) and the East Building. The East Building is affected by the renovation and is expected to be closed until the spring of 2016. The museum displays the devastating effects of the atomic bombing on Hiroshima City with pictures and multimedia. Some of the relics of people after the explosion also made people more intuitively aware of the huge threat of nuclear weapons and the preciousness of peace.

Reviews from Real Guests:

やっさんTV1977 YouTuber: I visited for a few years. It was good to go with my children.

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, FAV HOTEL HIROSHIMA HEIWA ODORI is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

FAV HOTEL HIROSHIMA HEIWA ODORI

The FAV HOTEL HIROSHIMA HEIWA ODORI provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The FAV HOTEL HIROSHIMA HEIWA ODORI offers a pleasant stay in Hiroshima for those traveling for business or leisure.

Traveling to the hotel is easy with JR Hiroshima Station located approximately 2km away and Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport roughly 54km away. With Hiroshima City Manga Library, Tamon-in Shoro and Lutheran Hiroshima Church all within a short distance, there is no shortage of things to do in the area.

When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities.

Day 3 | Morning

Hiroshima Museum of Art

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,9:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 600 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 3-2 Motomachi, Hiroshima 730-0011, Hiroshima Prefecture

The Hiroshima Art Museum is located at the southern end of Hiroshima Central Park. It was funded and built by the Bank of Hiroshima in 1978. It mainly exhibits European modern Impressionist paintings and native Japanese oil paintings. The collection includes many masters such as Van Gogh, Cezanne, Gauguin, Monet and Matisse. work. The museum regularly hosts special exhibitions, as well as small concerts and other non-art events.

Day 3 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Hiroshima Museum of Art, don’t forget pay a visit to Hiroshima Prefectural Museum.

Hiroshima Prefectural Museum

Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Thu,Sat-Sun,9:00am-5:00pm;Open on Fri,9:00am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: 510 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 2-22 Kaminoborichō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0014, Japan

The Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of Art is the first public art museum in Shikoku. It opened in 1996. The museum is mainly composed of works from the 1920s and 1930s. multiple pieces.

Day 3 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Hiroshima Prefectural Museum? Hotel Granvia Hiroshima is one of your top choices.

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima is directly connected to the JR Hiroshima Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Station. This Michelin 3-star rated hotel offers modern accommodation with 6 restaurants, massage services and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

Guestrooms offer both air-conditioning and heating facilities. Each room has a fridge, a trouser press and a flat-screen TV.

Laundry and dry cleaning services are offered.

The on site restaurant Dish Parade serves a buffet breakfast daily. Featuring views of the city, Sky Restaurant and Lounge L&R offers creative cuisine. Other dining options include Setouchi Japanese restaurant and Kouran-en Chinese restaurant.

Granvia Hiroshima Hotel is a 20-minute tram ride from Hiroshima Memorial Peace Park. It is a 10-minute drive from Hiroshima Castle and Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium.

Day 4 | Morning

Asa Zoo

Opening Hours: Closed from 1/1-1/1;Open from 1/2-12/28,Mon-Wed,Fri-Sun,9:00am-4:30pm;Closed from 12/29-12/31;Closed on Thu

Ticket Price: 510 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: Asacho Oaza Dobutsuen, Asakita Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture 731-3355, Japan

Anzo Zoo focuses on animals from Africa and Asia. There are about 160 species and more than 1,700 animals raised and displayed in the natural environment. In the vast park, you can observe the dynamic life of wild animals. At the same time, Anzo Zoo also held many activities to learn about animals happily. Zone P Park (Children's Zoo) Goats, sheep and other animals and children can contact each other, providing a good opportunity for children to get in touch with nature and animals.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Hiroshima Botanical Garden.

Hiroshima Botanical Garden

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Thu,Sat-Sun,9:00am-4:30pm

Ticket Price: 510 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: 3-495 Kurashige, Mashisaekiku, Saeki, Hiroshima 731-5156, Hiroshima Prefecture

The Hiroshima City Botanical Park is located in the Nakasaki district of Hiroshima and Miyajima, and has about 10,000 species of plants from all over the world. In particular, the large greenhouses in western Japan are also here, and the colorful flowers are blooming in a tropical atmosphere. In addition, the bulbous begonias, known as the most beautiful in the world, can also be viewed here.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.