Motomachi
Hiroshima
Popular places to visit
Hiroshima Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
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 Museum of Art
See an extensive collection of artworks by famous European modern masters and Japanese painters working in the Western style at this charming museum.
Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine
Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine is just one of the places to see in Hiroshima, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima Peace & History Tour: Why the Atomic Bomb Was Dropped
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour
Hiroshima: Miyajima and Hiroshima UNESCO Day Tour
Top hotels in Motomachi
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
The location was excellent for our purposes since we like to walk, we’re not with a group and the sites we were interested in seeing were close by The staff was helpful and we were pleased that the concierge was able to cancel a trip to the island because of the heavy rain. The views from our window ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Connected to the Hiroshima Station, its convenience is too good to be true. Not only it has access to Shinkansen, JR lines, and subway, it also connects to the tram which makes stop to Hiroshima ferry. Port for Mi,ma Island for
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
It was nice to have free coffee and smoothies available in the morning and a glass of wine and snacks in the early evening. The rooms were one of the more spacious we stayed in with plenty of amenities. It was clean and quiet. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Wish I had discovered this was ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
A nice clean room, very close to the Peace Memorial Park, wonderful breakfast and a great rooftop! A welcome drink was a plus!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
The hotel is in the train station which made it so easy to get around. There were also many stores and restaurants close by.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Mystays Hiroshima Peace Park
Great breakfast!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Motomachi
Hiroshima City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums and prominent monuments, there's plenty to explore in Hiroshima City Centre. You can visit top attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho, and jump on the metro at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Tate-machi Station to see more of the city.
Kamiyacho
If you're spending time in Kamiyacho, check out sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District or Kamiyacho and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station.
Hondori
While there might not be top attractions in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
Yokogawa
Even though there aren't top sights in Yokogawa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like EDION Peace Wing Hiroshima. Jump on the metro at Yokogawa 1-chome Station to see more of the city.
Ebisucho
While you're in Ebisucho, take in top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and jump on the metro at Ebisu-cho Station to see more of the city.
