Private Tour
Hiroshima and Miyajima Private Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Hiroshima, where history, culture, and natural beauty come together. Our expertly crafted tour will take you to the iconic Peace Memorial Park, a poignant reminder of Hiroshima’s resilience, and the serene Miyajima Island, home to the famous floating torii gate. Explore hidden gems only locals know about, and hear captivating stories from your experienced guide that bring the city’s rich history to life. From tranquil temples to bustling streets, our flexible and personalized itinerary ensures you get the most out of your visit. Don’t miss the chance to experience Hiroshima like never before. Book your tour today and let us show you the best of this incredible city!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Our guests will embark on a deeply moving journey through Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, immersing themselves in its profound message of peace and resilience. The tour will begin at the A-Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that serves as a haunting reminder of the events of August 6, 1945. They will explore the Peace Memorial Museum, encountering vivid exhibits of artifacts, photographs, and survivor stories that reveal the human impact of the bombing. At the Children’s Peace Monument, they can reflect on Sasaki’s story and contribute their own folded cranes as a gesture of peace. Guests will honor lives lost at the Cenotaph for A-Bomb Victims and witness the Peace Flame, burning until nuclear weapons are abolished. They will also ring the Peace Bell, symbolizing hope and harmony. Guided insights will highlight Hiroshima’s journey of recovery and advocacy for peace. Time for reflection within the park’s serene atmosphere will make this an unforgettable and meaningful experience.
Atomic Bomb Dome
The A-Bomb Dome, or Genbaku Dome, is one of Hiroshima's most iconic and haunting landmarks, preserved as a stark reminder of the devastating atomic bombing on August 6, 1945. Originally the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, this structure was one of the few buildings near the epicenter to survive the blast, though it was severely damaged. Its skeletal remains have since been carefully maintained as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, symbolizing the resilience of Hiroshima’s people and their commitment to peace. Visitors to the A-Bomb Dome can walk around the structure, observing its preserved state, and reflect on the immense destruction caused by nuclear weapons. It stands as a powerful testament to the horrors of war and a call to action for global nuclear disarmament, offering a profound and sobering experience for all who visit.
What‘s Included
Pick Up With Public Transportation
Public Transportation (Tram and Ferry)
English Speaking Guide
Tickets (Peace Memorial Museum and Itsukushima Shrine)
Tickets (Shukkeien Garden 300¥ and Hiroshima Castle 500¥)
Privet transportation
Boats connect Miyajima directly with Hiroshima Peace Park (2200 yen one way, 4000 yen round trip)
Lunch
Pickup points
Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
12-1 Wakakusa-cho, Higashi-ku, Hiroshima Japan
Hiroshima Intelligent Hotel Grand
1-4 Kyobashicho, Minami-Ku, Hiroshima Japan
Hiroshima Washington Hotel
2-7 Shintenchi Naka-ku Hiroshima Japan
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Only Miyajima
Duration: 4 hours: Join us for a 4-hour tour of Miyajima, where you'll explore the iconic Itsukushima Shrine, the "floating" torii gate. Miyajima Pickup included
Awesome Hiroshima and Miyajima
Pickup included
Only Hiroshima City
Duration: 4 hours Only Hiroshima City Pickup included
Reviews
127 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must Do Tour in Hiroshima
Steve T,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Kazuko. She worked with us to customize a tour perfect for what we wanted to see. We saw some great sites, and she was very knowledgeable about the local history, having grown up in Hiroshima. Book this tour and request Kazuko, you won’t regret it.
Be aware: Inadequate Communication
Phil A,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We were excited to take the tour. It never happened because of poor communication with tour operator and disconnect between Trip Advisor and Viator systems. The operator failed to message us for a month about where we were staying. Since I still did not hear from them, I contacted them day before the event in the message app. Again they were delayed responding to later in the day. They didn’t mention anything was wrong in the address provided. They said we would get a message in Whats App. What is not explained is that if you update information in Trip Advisor after booking, it doesn’t update a message to tour provider and the tour provider didn’t confirm number in communication. We cannot see what they see and didn’t know they had a wrong number. Since the address was odd, they went to a local hotel instead of the address. Interesting thing is we were able to find place using the same address. We tried contacting the agency at 0905 when they didn’t show where we were located, however, they failed to answer the phone or message us back. We called Viator and they couldn’t get a hold of them. After 30 minutes we still had no contact. When they did get in touch I asked to cancel. The company bothered me for information as we were touring. We tried to work it put and they would not accept any responsibility or refund the full amount. Do not waste your money. We did the same tour for 1/10th the price on our own.
Insightful and Heartfelt Journey with Reika
MarriedTraveler2,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Heartfelt tour or should I say journey that took us from the tranquil grounds of Miyajima to the historic tragedy of Hiroshima. Our tour guide, Reika, was phenomenal. Her grandmother survived the atomic bomb and was recognized in the Hiroshima Memorial. We also visited Reika’s elementary school that had a special Hiroshima Memorial. I highly recommend taking this tour.
Excellent tour a true historian will love!
Cortney B,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Took a day trip to Hiroshima and was relatively short on time, but John did a great job filling the time i had with great insight and information. He is a true historical, if you’re looking for a way to to see things with no real context, or you find the historical talk to be boring, this isn’t a tour for you.My day started in a local coffee shop with john giving me the background on the events surrounding and leading up to the bomb. He’s brilliant, incredible recall and details of even the smallest intricacies. John’s wife and mother in law were both survivors of the bombing, so do do this tour, with a historical woven into the history itself was s a once in a lifetime treat. Highly recommend if you’re interested in my context than just sight seeing
Amazing experience. Fantastic tour guide. A must do for seeing Hiroshima.
Robert M,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00While the tour was incredible, our tour guide, Sanae, was the highlight of it. She was incredibly knowledgeable and was just a fun companion to have on the trip. The food was amazing. The sites were great. The entire experience was simply fantastic.
Itsukushima shrine
GeruzaPaiva,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I went with Sanae as a guide. She was wonderful!! She helped to buy souvenirs in very nice stores and not the usual ones. She explained about the island history. I felt very comfortable around her. Thank you Sanae!!!
We had a wonderful day...
Barbara H,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful day with Kazuko exploring Hiroshima and Miyajima. She was fun to be with and was very informative about both places. It was touching to learn that her mother was a survivor of the A-bomb - so sad. We would definitely recommend Kazuko to anyone wanting to learn about these places - money well spent.
A memorable day
Deborah20,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Rie was very good and gave us lots of information. We loved Miyajima island and were very moved by the Dome and Peace Park. It was very emotional for us to have a resident of Hiroshima as our guide.
Senae Exceeded Our Expectations on Miyajima Island Half-Day Tour
Shannon H,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Senae, was informative, as well as personable, and seemed more like a friend than a guide. We spent a half day with her at Miyajima Island, which allowed plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful views of the torii gate "floating" on the water. We also explored the Itsukushima Shrine and Daisho-in Temple, plus sampled some traditional snacks. Senae met us at our hotel, which was convenient and hassle free, and accompanied us on the subway and ferry . Senae shared interesting information about Miyajima iIsland, and she answered our questions about Japanese culture. Senae also took some wonderful photos of us throughout our tour. She provided tips on the food and shops and even showed me how to fold a paper crane (origami). Senae exceeded our expectations and made this day special for us.
Lucky is very courteous
Patricia D,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00"Lucky" was the nickname of our guide because her Japanese name means "lucky child." Lucky took care of us, escorting us on a train, onto a ferry, and later on a tram ride. It was nice traveling with regular Japanese people just living their daily lives. Lucky showed us there was so much more to Miyajima and the glorious vermillion Torii gate than we would have expected or would have experienced without her guidance. She also successfully directed us to the places of importance around the Hiroshima Peace Park and Museum. She helped us order our lunch in a tiny authentic Japanese eatery where we might have been the only Westerners there. Lucky has been a guide for about a year and is continuing to work on her English. She is kind and courteous and will endeavor to make your trip as enjoyable as possible.
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