Private Tour
Hiroshima Highlights Custom Private Walking Tour with local guide
Overview
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Embark on a private walking tour through the vibrant and historical city of Hiroshima, led by a professional English-speaking local guide.
We offer a 2 to 3-hour private tour in Hiroshima, where you can freely choose the places you’d like to visit.
To help you plan, we have two sample courses:
① Hiroshima City Highlights Tour
This route focuses on Hiroshima's historical and cultural landmarks:
・Hiroshima Castle
・Gokoku Shrine
・Shukkeien Garden
② A-Bomb Legacy Tour
This tour takes you to important sites related to the atomic bombing:
・Atomic Bomb Dome
・Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum
・Bank of Japan Hiroshima Branch
・Peace Memorial Museum
These are just suggested itineraries—you are welcome to mix and match locations or customize the tour based on your interests.
If so, please select from "What to expect" then write down on "Special request".
Whether you’re interested in history, peace education, or local culture, we’ll help create the perfect experience for you.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hiroshima Station
【Meeting Point】 We will pick up customers from hotels or designated location. 【Meeting time】 Customers can decide the pick up time between 9:00am to 2:00pm. Please let us know the time in the special require ment box.
Atomic Bomb Dome
A preserved UNESCO World Heritage Site that stands as a powerful symbol of the destruction caused by nuclear weapons.
What‘s Included
English-speaking guide
Pick-up service(on foot)
Customized private tour of your choice from the places listed on “What to Expect”
Gratuity (not obligatory)
Food and drinks
Admission fee for each place
Public transportation fee
Other personal expenses
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Atomic Bomb Legacy Tour
Atomic bomb-related site: Sample course:
Atomic Bomb Dome→Fukuromachi Elementary School Museum→Bank of Japan Hiroshima Branch→Peace Memorial Museum
Pickup included
Hiroshima City Highlights Tour
Sample course:
Hiroshima Castle→Gokoku Shrine→Shukkeien Garden
If you would like to change some places, pleaese let us know.
Pickup included
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Hiroshima tour.
Andreas K,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour, guide spoke excellent english and was very kind. Also knew the history of the area very well. Would recommend for anyone interested in learning about the area.
Marin was amazing!
Wanderer756537,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marin, was excellent! Very pleasant, knowledgable and her English was great! We had a nice walking tour around the A-bomb area, she showed us multiple survived buildings and was great company to have! 5/5
Exploring Hiroshima with an Amazing Guide Marin :)
Stathia P,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time exploring Hiroshima with Marin! She is super friendly, and shared stories that really brought the city’s history and culture to life. The tour was well organized and we visited some truly meaningful places while learning so much along the way. Thank you for making our visit to Hiroshima such a memorable experience. Highly recommended!
Marin is a gem, another unforgettable day!
alexandernR4996YD,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00After such an incredible experience the first time, I just had to join Marin for another tour. We explored the stunning Shukkeien Garden and Hiroshima Castle, and once again, Marin exceeded every expectation. What makes Marin so special is her ability to tailor the atmosphere to the setting and her unique energy. In the serene Shukkeien Garden, she shared fascinating insights into the 'miniature landscapes' with such poise, allowing us to truly soak in the tranquility. At Hiroshima Castle, she brought the samurai history to life with her trademark sharp intellect and vibrant storytelling. Even after another half day, her energy remained infectious. She has this rare gift of making history feel personal and present, never like a dry lecture. Wabi-Sabi! Sharing this experience in a smaller group felt like exploring the city with a deeply knowledgeable friend. If you are in Hiroshima, do yourself a favor and book a tour with Marin. Whether it's the heavy history of the memorials or the cultural beauty of the gardens, she makes every hour feel like a highlight of your trip. I’d join her for a third tour tomorrow if I could!
Amazing time at Hiroshima castle
E5318JBflaviar,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a blast with Marin!! Definitely recommend. Love her energy.
Saw atomic bomb sites we never would’ve found ourselves
Georgia2v,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mo picked us up from our hotel and gave us a fantastic, personalised tour of the atomic bomb sites, taking us places we never would have found on our own. Beyond the tour experience itself being 5 stars, Mo was a 5 star person and I loved getting to know her too on our tour. Highly recommend!
Hiroshima city tour
jimflex88,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a lot of fun going with Marin, around Hiroshima. We visited Shukkei-en and Hiroshima Castle.
Custom made informative tour.
Johan d,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Because it’s custom made it allowed us to manage the time at the different sites as we were time poor. Enough information to get the total picture.
Great Experience
Blake P,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Momiji was an excellent guide. She has a bubbly and upbeat personality. Her description of the sites was amazing. Her ability to communicate in English was great. I would highly recommend her!
Wonderful Guide
N2566JPjillp,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Momiji was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and her English was perfect. We appreciated her local insights. We would definitely book with her again!
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