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Hiroshima City Walking Tour: Private Stroll with Licensed Guide Exploring Historic Sights
4.9
250 Ratings
Hiroshima
Experience the historic sights of Hiroshima on a private walking tour with a licensed guide. Explore the Peace Memorial and Museum, Hiroshima Castle, and Shukkei-en Garden while learning about the city’s history and culture.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum - Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park (平和記念公園, Heiwa Kinen Kōen) is one of the most prominent features of the city. Even visitors not looking for it will likely stumble upon the large park of over 120,000 square meters. Its trees, lawns, and walking paths are in stark contrast to the surrounding downtown area.
Before the bomb, the area of what is now the Peace Park was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot’s target. Four years to the day after the bomb was dropped, it was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities.
Admission Fee: ¥200
What's Included
- Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Hiroshima
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
What's Not Included
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Private Vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Additional Information
Hiroshima is the site of the deeply poignant Peace Memorial and Museum, which carries enormous historical significance. The city also houses the Hiroshima Castle, colloquially known as the ‘carp castle’, for the shiny carp fish that populate its moats. In addition, the Shukkei-en Garden provides a snapshot of traditional Japanese garden aesthetics. On this private walking tour, led by a Government certified and experienced English-speaking guide, you can immerse yourself in these attractions without any inconvenience. The guide can also offer tailored insights into Hiroshima’s history and culture, a feature unique to a private tour.
After your booking is confirmed, a guide will reach out to you to schedule and plan your private tour. We eagerly look forward to introducing you to Hiroshima’s rich history during our tour!
- Tour dates can be changed up to 2 days before the tour. Any tour date change may result in a change of tour guide or tour unavailability.
- This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
Location
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
1-2 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ku,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Pammoment
Aug 4, 2024
The beauty and history of Hiroshima - We had a wonderful four hours with our guide, Yuko. She was very knowledgeable about the city she calls home, giving us a a unique and personalized perspective of this beautiful city full of both joy and sorrow.
My family highly recommends Yuko as a guide. Her English was fantastic and she navigated the city with ease and comfort in mind. This tour was definitely a highlight of our trip to Japan.
Pamela, William, and Kyra
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Happiness606090
Aug 3, 2024
Excellent Informative Tour with Wonderful Guide! - We were 3 generations on a cruise excursion and we all thoroughly enjoyed spending time with our tour guide, Sei. A lovely, kind man who is passionate about sharing information about his city, Hiroshima. We went through the Peace Memorial Museum and walked around the park. In my opinion, everyone who goes to Hiroshima, should visit the museum.
Note: this was one of several (private tours) I booked with Japan Guide Agency - every tour was fantastic. They have excellent service always keeping me updated and have wonderful guides - all informative, kind and communicate well in English. I would highly recommend using this agency, if you want to simplify booking and be guaranteed a great tour.
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Q8185kzpamb
Aug 2, 2024
A must do tour in Hiroshima - I am trying to review the 5 Hour Hiroshima Peace Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites with Eri. So I will review this tour not the ones you offer me to pick to review.
The 5 Hour Tour with Eri of Magical Trip gave my husband and I an amazing insight into what occurred on August 6, 1945 when the A Bomb was dropped on Hiroshima. The personal stories Eri shared from survivors made it even more poignant although the Museum, which is amazing, was a little confronting at times - but beautifully done. I think every visitor to Japan should come to Hiroshima and visits these sites, not to lay blame, but to continue the fight for peace. We also had some fun on the tour making our Cranes, watching them fly and then we all enjoyed a great lunch to end the tour,
I can thoroughly recommend this tour with Eri. Don't miss it.
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J3192kiwilliams
Jul 26, 2024
Wonderful tour and experience in Hiroshima! - Hiroko was an excellent guide. She was very kind and informative and wonderful company, and she customized our tour based on our interests and needs. We are very grateful for her hospitality!
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Erwan_b
Jul 11, 2024
Excellent tour - This was an excellent tour. Eiji was knowledgeable and the tour was really well organised. We went to Shukkeien Garden, a beautifully traditional Japanese Garden. Then we walked to the Peace Memorial. You need to get ready for the museum, it is one of the most emotional I have been too but also one of the best. I highly recommend this tour but I would advise you do not bring children under 12. Firstly because you walk a lot and second because the museum is intense.
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Yaniv_s
Jul 8, 2024
Enlightening Tour of Hiroshima with Aya - Our tour around Hiroshima with Aya was exceptional. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and deeply committed to ensuring we learned about the history of Hiroshima. Her dedication and expertise made the experience both educational and memorable. Aya’s passion for the city’s history was evident, and she made sure we understood the significance of each site we visited. I highly recommend her for anyone wanting a comprehensive and heartfelt tour of Hiroshima.
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A2596cgjaneh
Jul 7, 2024
Hiroshima City Tour - 4hr Private Walking Tour - Masa was a wonderful and passionate guide and we had a wonderful experience.
Masa shared many stories, was respectful and caring guide. Thank you Masa!
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Kimberly_k
Jul 3, 2024
Historical Excellence! - Sei was a wonderful tour guide for us. He brought us to all the sites and explained their historical significance so even our pre-teen/teenagers could understand the importance of what happened in Hiroshima. He tailored the tour to fit our needs and it was just the right amount for the time we had. Would recommend this to anyone wanting to learn the history pre- and post- bombing. Thank you Sei for a wonderful tour!
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Francoisdq5640db
Jul 2, 2024
Hiroshima Family tour with kids - The Hiroshima tour was very insightful. Sachiyo speaks clearly and guided us on every step of the tour. She was very professional and caring. The Okinomiyaki lunch was also good.
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Lindare6785km
Jun 30, 2024
Hiroshima 4hrs - We had such a wonderful tour. Can't recommend more highly, such a great way to see the important parts of hiroshima when on a timeline. Hiro was Very knowledgeable and so friendly.
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