Private Hiroshima Peace Memorial & City Tour with Local Guide
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 you'll see & do
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓The famous tragic story of one girl "SADAKO". You can see many origami cranes.
- ✓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.
- ✓Right above this Shima hospital, the atomic bomb exploded. Imagine what it must have been like to stand there.
- ✓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.
- ✓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
What's not included
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓Meals
- ✓Tips
- ✓Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge to pick up, payable in cash on the day.
Good to know
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
Pick up on foot. Not listed hotel: please let us know. Coming from another city: Hiroshima Station is the best meeting point. 3-hour tour: Cruise ship pick-up is not available. Meeting is in the city center. Wheelchair users will be guided around the Peace Memorial Museum and Peace Park. 4-hour tour: Cruise ship pick-up is available. Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge of JPY 2,000, payable in cash on the day. Itinerary may change depending on time. Late policy: More than 15 minutes late without notice = No-Show (no refund). If you inform us but are over 1 hour late, the tour may be shortened or extra fees may apply.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Private Hiroshima Peace Memorial & City Tour with Local Guide
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 you'll see & do
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓The famous tragic story of one girl "SADAKO". You can see many origami cranes.
- ✓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.
- ✓Right above this Shima hospital, the atomic bomb exploded. Imagine what it must have been like to stand there.
- ✓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.
- ✓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
What's not included
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓Meals
- ✓Tips
- ✓Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge to pick up, payable in cash on the day.
Good to know
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
Pick up on foot. Not listed hotel: please let us know. Coming from another city: Hiroshima Station is the best meeting point. 3-hour tour: Cruise ship pick-up is not available. Meeting is in the city center. Wheelchair users will be guided around the Peace Memorial Museum and Peace Park. 4-hour tour: Cruise ship pick-up is available. Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge of JPY 2,000, payable in cash on the day. Itinerary may change depending on time. Late policy: More than 15 minutes late without notice = No-Show (no refund). If you inform us but are over 1 hour late, the tour may be shortened or extra fees may apply.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.