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Naka Ward in Hiroshima

Things to Do in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

Hiroshima's central Naka Ward, enclosed by river branches and carrying both the city's busiest commercial streets and its deepest memorial landscape.

Hiroshima's central Naka Ward, enclosed by river branches and carrying both the city's busiest commercial streets and its deepest memorial landscape.

  • Peace Memorial ParkCity Park
  • Hiroshima Museum of ArtArt Museum
  • Atomic Bomb DomeMonument
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Top things to do in Naka Ward

  • Peace Memorial Park in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Peace Memorial Park

    4.7 · 30.1k
    City Park

    Memorial park dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb & advocating for world peace since 1954.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Hiroshima Museum of Art in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Hiroshima Museum of Art

    4.1 · 2.7k
    Art Museum

    Museum showcasing European impressionist & modern Japanese art, plus a quiet courtyard.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 5 PM
  • Atomic Bomb Dome in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Atomic Bomb Dome

    4.7 · 34.2k
    Monument

    Iconic remains of the Industrial Promotion Hall which was destroyed by the atomic bomb during WWII.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

    4.7 · 29.8k
    Museum

    Popular museum documenting the WWII atomic-bomb blast in Hiroshima via exhibits, artifacts & talks.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Hiroshima Castle in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Hiroshima Castle

    4.2 · 18.0k
    Castle Museum

    Contemporary recreation of a destroyed 16th-century castle offering a history museum & city views.

    Every day
    9 AM – 6 PM
  • Shukkeien Garden in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Shukkeien Garden

    4.5 · 8.7k
    Botanical Garden

    Serene city garden dating to the 16th century, with a koi pond, a tea shop & flowering trees.

    Every day
    9 AM – 6 PM
  • Hiroshima's Hypocenter in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Hiroshima's Hypocenter

    Historic Landmark

    A plaque marks the site directly below the mid-air detonation of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima

  • pabit (パビット) in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    pabit (パビット)

    Massage

    A beauty salon offering various services, with information on its interior, exterior, and customer reviews available.

    Mon
    10:30 AM – 7:30 PM
    Tue
    9 AM – 10 PM
    Wed–Fri
    9 AM – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 7:30 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Akanece -hiroshima- 手作りリング in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Akanece -hiroshima- 手作りリング

    4.9 · 2.0k
    Specialty Store
    Every day
    10:45 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims

    4.7 · 1.9k
    History Museum

    Memorial to atomic bomb victims, featuring memoirs, belongings & a hall for quiet reflection.

    Every day
    8:30 AM – 6 PM

Where to eat & drink in Naka Ward

  • Okonomimura in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Okonomimura

    4.3 · 8.8k
    Japanese· ¥1,000–2,000

    Sprawling food hall featuring multiple booths selling okonomiyaki savory pancakes.

  • Teranishi Coffee in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Teranishi Coffee

    4.8 · 1.0k
    Coffee Shop· ¥1,000–2,000

    Traditional coffee spot serving breakfast options, including omelets & toast with 3 types of jam.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • まっちょまっちょバー広島本店 in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    まっちょまっちょバー広島本店

    4.9 · 1.1k
    Bar· ¥3,000–5,000
    Every day
    7 PM – 1 AM
  • Balkan Chill Lounge (Wine Shisha Bar) in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Balkan Chill Lounge (Wine Shisha Bar)

    5.0 · 236
    Hookah Bar· ¥2,000–3,000
    Mon–Thu
    3 PM – 10 PM
    Fri
    3 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    2 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    1 PM – 9 PM
  • Entertainment Sound Bar 111 in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Entertainment Sound Bar 111

    4.8 · 380
    Live Music· ¥2,000–4,000

    An entertainment sound bar in Hiroshima City's Nagarekawa district, featuring a DJ booth, karaoke, darts, and an indoor terrace for year-round barbecues.

    Every day
    6 PM – 3 AM
  • Gyumon Hiroshima in Naka Ward, Hiroshima

    Gyumon Hiroshima

    4.9 · 1.1k
    Halal· ¥2,000–6,000 per person
    Every day
    12 PM – 10 PM

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Map of Naka Ward with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Peace Memorial Park
  2. 2Hiroshima Museum of Art
  3. 3Atomic Bomb Dome
  4. 4Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
  5. 5Hiroshima Castle
  6. 6Shukkeien Garden
  7. 7Hiroshima's Hypocenter
  8. 8Okonomimura
  9. 9Teranishi Coffee
  10. 10pabit (パビット)

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