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Hiroshima Peace Memorial and Miyajima 1 Day Tour with Local
Product code 5613739P4
From
From JPY 27,440
Dates
Aug 18, 2026 to Dec 23, 2026
Start times
10:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 8:30 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-3, Child ages 4-12, Adult ages 13-99
Options
Hiroshima Miayajima 8Hour Tour
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Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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Hiroshima Peace Memorial and Miyajima 1 Day Tour with Local





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Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day — Hiroshima’s powerful history and the timeless beauty of Miyajima. If your preferred hotel or meeting location is not listed, please provide it in the additional questions. Hiroshima is one of Japan's most popular travel destinations. While the city is internationally known for the atomic bombing, it has transformed into a vibrant city dedicated to peace. Beyond its powerful history, Hiroshima offers a rich local culture, delicious cuisine, and beautiful scenery. On this tour, you will explore the Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima Island with a Hiroshima-born local guide. Along the way, you will gain insights that are difficult to discover on your own, including local stories, historical context, customs, and traditions passed down through generations. As a private tour, the experience can be tailored to your interests and pace, creating a more personal and meaningful journey through Hiroshima's past and present.
Overview
Explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day — Hiroshima’s powerful history and the timeless beauty of Miyajima. If your preferred hotel or meeting location is not listed, please provide it in the additional questions. Hiroshima is one of Japan's most popular travel destinations. While the city is internationally known for the atomic bombing, it has transformed into a vibrant city dedicated to peace. Beyond its powerful history, Hiroshima offers a rich local culture, delicious cuisine, and beautiful scenery. On this tour, you will explore the Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima Island with a Hiroshima-born local guide. Along the way, you will gain insights that are difficult to discover on your own, including local stories, historical context, customs, and traditions passed down through generations. As a private tour, the experience can be tailored to your interests and pace, creating a more personal and meaningful journey through Hiroshima's past and present.
What's Included
Included
Miyajima Visitor Tax
Pre-tour consultation and itinerary customization
Private guided tour with a local Hiroshima guide
Round-trip train and ferry fares to Miyajima from Hiroshima Station or hotels in central Hiroshima.
Itsukushima Shrine & Peace Memorial Museum
Not included
High-speed ferry from Hiroshima Port to Miyajima (Required for cruise ship guests - One-way)
Food and drinks
Personal expenses
Optional high-speed boat between Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour
Stop 1
From Hiroshima Station, it takes about 60 minutes to reach Miyajima Island by train and ferry. Depending on your meeting point, transportation may include a streetcar and ferry. For a faster and more scenic option, an optional speedboat takes you directly to the island in about 45 minutes.
Stop 2
20 minutes
Stop 2
One of the most iconic images of Japan, this massive torii gate is often featured in travel advertisements. It appears to float on the sea, creating a breathtaking scene that changes with the tides and the changing light.
Stop 3
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
One of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites with a history of over 1,400 years. Known for its elegant vermilion buildings constructed over the water, the shrine appears to float gracefully on the sea at high tide.
Stop 4
1 hour
Stop 4
The guide’s personal favorite. With beautiful wooden halls and charming, uniquely expressive statues, this hidden gem often exceeds visitors’ expectations. Many guests leave with a smile, saying it was one of their favorite stops.
Stop 5
1 hour 20 minutes
Stop 5
A lively street lined with local crafts, snacks, restaurants, and souvenir shops. You can also try Hiroshima’s famous maple-leaf-shaped cakes, called momiji manju. Please note that the strolling time may vary depending on how much time you have left on the island.
Stop 6
1 hour 10 minutes
Stop 6
Continue to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park by ferry and streetcar (approximately 75 minutes). For a faster option, you can choose an optional speedboat that takes you directly to the park in about 45 minutes.
Stop 7
20 minutes
Stop 7
As one of the few structures to survive the 1945 atomic bombing, this building stands as a powerful symbol of both destruction and hope. Our guide will share its history and explain Hiroshima’s path from devastation to becoming a city dedicated to peace.
Stop 8
10 minutes
Stop 8
A stone monument marking the hypocenter — the exact spot directly beneath the point where the atomic bomb exploded in the air.
Stop 9
40 minutes
Stop 9
Explore the park's major monuments while learning about Hiroshima's history before and after the atomic bombing, as well as the meanings behind the memorials. Hiroshima-born local guides may also share family stories related to the bombing and its aftermath, helping bring Hiroshima's history to life.
Stop 10
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 10
After visiting Peace Memorial Park, you will enter the museum for a self-guided visit. Through authentic artifacts, photographs, and personal testimonies, you will gain a deeper understanding of the atomic bombing and its impact on the people of Hiroshima.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
6 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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