Overview
Explore Hiroshima’s profound history and the spiritual beauty of Miyajima Island on this full-day guided tour. Visit UNESCO-listed landmarks such as the Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine, enjoy a traditional Hiroshima-style lunch, and take in scenic views of the Seto Inland Sea.
Highlights
- Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day: the Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine
- Explore Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park and Museum
- Enjoy Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki (optional lunch)
- Discover Daishoin Temple and Omotesando Street on Miyajima
- Ride a ferry across the Seto Inland Sea
- Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach with free Wi-Fi
- Learn from a professional English-speaking guide
- Use a multilingual audio guide (Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Ukrainian)
Full Itinerary
- Meet at Hiroshima Station
- Depart from the Shinkansen North Exit (2F) where your guide will greet you with a green and white flag.
- Atomic Bomb Dome (20 minutes)
- Witness the powerful symbol of peace that survived the atomic bombing.
- Peace Memorial Park (40 minutes)
- Visit key memorials including the Cenotaph and the Children’s Peace Monument.
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum (1 hour, free time)
- Gain deep insight into the bombing and Hiroshima’s path to peace.
- Scenic Bus & Ferry Ride (40-minute bus + 20-minute ferry)
- Travel to Miyajima Island while enjoying coastal views.
- Hiroshima-Style Okonomiyaki Lunch (50 minutes)
- Optional: Indulge in Hiroshima’s savory layered pancake dish.
- Vegetarian option available on request. No gluten-free or vegan option.
- Itsukushima Shrine (1 hour)
- Visit the famed “floating” torii gate and tranquil shrine.
- Daishoin Temple (30 minutes)
- A serene Buddhist temple with beautiful statues and gardens.
- Omotesando Street Free Time (40 minutes)
- Explore local crafts, snacks, and souvenirs.
- Return Journey
- Ferry back to the mainland and coach to Hiroshima Station.
Pricing
From ¥19,000 per person
What’s Included
- English-speaking guide
- Multilingual audio guide (on bus)
- All taxes and entrance fees (Peace Museum and Itsukushima Shrine)
- Round-trip ferry fare
- Comfortable coach with free Wi-Fi
- Lunch (if selected at booking)
Meeting Point
Hiroshima Shinkansen Entrance (North Gate)
Second floor of Hiroshima Station, in front of the Shinkansen Ticket Gate
Look for a staff member with a green and white flag
Address: 1 Matsubarachō, Minami Ward, Hiroshima 732-0822, Japan
Reviews
“The most meaningful and well-paced tour I’ve had in Japan. The guide was informative, respectful, and fun. Highly recommended.”
“Perfectly timed, very efficient. We saw everything we wanted without feeling rushed.”
“An unforgettable day. The peace museum was emotional, and Miyajima was absolutely beautiful. Our guide made it truly special.”
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