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Overview

Discover the profound history of Hiroshima on this 3-hour guided walking tour. Begin at the Gates of Peace and delve into the city’s poignant past as you visit significant sites, including the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, the Atomic Bomb Dome, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Hall, and the Children's Peace Monument. This tour offers a profound understanding of the impact of bombing and the importance of peace through insightful cultural perspectives shared by your knowledgeable guide. Suitable for travelers of all ages, it's an essential experience for anyone visiting Hiroshima. - Visit poignant landmarks such as the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Hall, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, and other monuments in the Peace Park. - Guided tour with expert insights on Hiroshima's history - Ideal for families; children 0-10 join for free -This private tour is exclusively for your group, allowing you to experience the journey together without any other participants.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting for you next to the 10 "Gates of Peace" in front of the Italian restaurant "Mario"

End Point

End point

Hypocenter/Ground Zero

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Gates of Peace
At the meeting point, the guide will explain why an atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima and how it shaped the course of world history. The tour will begin at the 10 Gates of Peace, where nine gates represent the gates of hell, while the tenth symbolizes the hell of Hiroshima. The word "peace" is inscribed in 49 different languages on each gate.
Duration: 20 mins
2. Arashi no Naka no Boshi Statue
The Mother and Baby in the Storm monument is dedicated to all the mothers who sacrified their lives while trying to save the lives of their children.
Duration: 5 mins
3. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum to gain a profound understanding of the city’s history and its journey towards peace. The museum features impactful visual displays that chronicle the events surrounding the atomic bombing in 1945, alongside exhibits that showcase the resilience and recovery of Hiroshima's community. As you explore the various galleries, you'll encounter heartfelt stories of survivors, artifacts from that fateful day, and artworks that reflect the ongoing pursuit for peace. This museum serves not only as a memorial to the victims but also as an important reminder of the significance of promoting peace and preventing future conflicts. It's a moving experience that connects the city’s past with its hopeful present and future.
Duration: 60 mins
4. Hiroshima Peace City Monument Cenotaph for the Atomic Bomb Victims
The names of the victims of the Hiroshima A-bombing
Duration: 20 mins
5. Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park
The solo survival in the building 170 meters away from the ground zero.
Duration: 15 mins
6. Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims
The hall shows the destruction of the city.
Duration: 20 mins
7. Monument to Korean Victims and Survivors
Monument dedicated to Korean Victims.
Duration: 5 mins
8. Children's Peace Monument
The monument is dedicated to Sadako and other children who died in the bombing. It tells the story behind the paper crane, a symbol of peace.
Duration: 10 mins
9. Atomic Bomb Dome
The building survived the atomic bombing in Hiroshima
Duration: 15 mins
10. Peace Bell
The peace bell
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Guided tour

Exclusion

Lunch

Entrance fees

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

2 children (0-10 years) can join free of charges.

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