Itsukushima
Hiroshima
Visit Itsukushima
Popular places to visit
Miyajima Aquarium
See the majestic porpoises and sea lions of the Seto Inland Sea or touch penguins and shoreline creatures at this comprehensive aquarium on Miyajima Island.
Momijidani Park
View one of Japan’s most legendary fall sights and see blazing fall colors in this garden of maple trees at the foot of holy Mount Misen on Miyajima Island.
Five-Story Pagoda
Spot this historic pagoda and its distinctive red tiers towering into the sky from afar and come closer to see the 15th-century Buddhist monument’s intricate details.
Daisho-in
Wander around the enchanting gardens of this temple and check out traditional Buddhist structures on Mount Misen, the holy mountain of Miyajima.
Mount Misen
Forested footpaths and a scenic ropeway lead up to Miyajima’s tallest peak, where you can spot wildlife and examine intriguing rock formations and Buddhist relics.
Omotesando Shopping Arcade
During your visit to Hatsukaichi, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Omotesando Shopping Arcade. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Top hotels in Itsukushima
Miyajima Kinsuikan
In room onset with a view over looking the ocean!! This hotel was a highlight of our trip to Japan. We had the in room dinning experience which was beyond expectations. Food quality and presentation were excellent. Accommodations and amenities exceeded expectation's.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hotel Miyajima Villa
Beaucoup trop cher pour une chambre Seulement la chambre sans déjeuner ni souper pour 775$ cad beaucoup trop Too much expensive without breakfast and dinner If we have a breakfast it will be better
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto
Many restaurants and shops nearby, just be careful as many do close early
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Miyajima Hotel Makoto
It was a wide traditional tadami room. The wash stand is too short for us (I am 174 cm tall and my wife is 166 cm tall). Except that, traditional Japanese gaisheki dinner and breakfast were excellent. Especially, the miso soup with clam at breakfast was great, the best taste that we experienced during ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
LiVEMAX RESORT AKIMIYAJIMA
Loved the private in room onsen!
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Miyajima Seaside Hotel
Lovely hotel, albeit quite dated. The kaiseki dinner was delicious and so was breakfast. The shuttle was very convenient and all the staff were lovely.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Itsukushima
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Mitaki-dera or Hiroshima Kannon Marina, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fukushima-cho Station or Nishi-kan-on-machi Station.
Naka Ward
Travellers 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.
Saeki Ward
While visiting Saeki Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Setonaikai National Park and Hiroshima Shokubutsu Park.
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.
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.
