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Private Hiroshima Peace Memorial & City Tour with Local Guide
About this experience
Experience Hiroshima beyond the history books on a fully private tour with a Japanese local guide. Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Peace Memorial Museum while discovering how local families experienced the bombing, how Hiroshima rebuilt, and why peace remains central to the city today. Most of our qualified guides were born and raised in Hiroshima, and all can share family stories connected to the atomic bombing, including second-generation survivor perspectives. They also have international experience and speak clear, easy-to-understand English. Choose 3 or 4 hours. With 3 hours, focus on the peace sites or add Hiroshima Castle or Shukkeien Garden. With 4 hours, explore more city highlights or deeper historical sites, including Hiroshima’s recovery and medical response after the bombing. Meet your guide at your central Hiroshima hotel, Hiroshima Station or cruise terminal. Cruise passengers should select the 4-hour option.
What to expect
Stop 1 · 1h
The first city in the world to have been hit by an Atomic Bomb. You will see the facts through exhibits, paintings by A-bomb survivors, and data. It is a museum that makes a big difference whether you visit here or not.
Stop 2 · 20min
Stroll the park and visit several monuments. The strength of the recovery from the tragic past and the beauty of the park today. Please listen to the stories and thoughts that only someone who grew up in Hiroshima can tell.
Stop 3 · 5min
The famous tragic story of one girl "SADAKO". You can see many origami cranes.
Stop 4 · 20min
The Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The building miraculously retains its original appearance as it is located almost directly below the hypocenter. It symbolically represents the tragedy of war. Seeing it in person might change something about you.
Stop 5 · 10min
Right above this Shima hospital, the atomic bomb exploded. Imagine what it must have been like to stand there.
Stop 6 · 15min
See the Samurai castle built in the 16th century, although it is a replica because it was destroyed by A-Bomb. Normally, only photo stop from the outside, but if you wish, you can enter the museum inside (optional). There is a history of Hiroshima and the castle, armor and Japanese swords.
Stop 7 · 45min
One of the oldest Japanese gardens. The beautiful garden with its pond, trees, and undulations was created in 1620 and belonged to a Samurai who settled the area. Its peaceful and natural scenery will make you feel the good old Japanese culture!
What’s included
- Shukkeien Garden admission
- Peace Memorial Museum admission with skip-the-line entry
- Local Japanese Guide (English, Japanese)
- Customize in advance
Not included
- Private transportation
- Meals
- Tips
- Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge to pick up, payable in cash on the day.
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
3 hours Tour
Duration: 3 hours Pickup included
4 hours Tour
Duration: 4 hours: For relaxing time or in a wheelchair-bound. You can choose Mitaki-ji Temple instead of castle & Shukkeien. Pickup included
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please do not participate if you have cold symptoms
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.