History of Hiroshima Group Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the poignant history of Hiroshima on this insightful 2-hour walking tour. Discover the impact of the atomic bombing and witness Hiroshima's transformation into a symbol of peace and resilience. Led by knowledgeable guides with degrees in Peace Studies, the tour includes visits to significant sites like the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, where you’ll learn about the lives of survivors and the stories behind key landmarks. This tour offers a unique perspective on the events of August 6, 1945, enabling you to understand the lasting effects on the city and its people.
- 2-hour group walking tour exploring Hiroshima's history
- Guided visit to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and key memorials
- Insight from experienced guides with local expertise
- Entrance to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Hall included
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
2 children (0-10 years) can join free of charges.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
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.
What‘s Included
Guided tour
Food (any kind) is not included
Options
History of Hiroshima Group Walking Tour
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Tour!
Colleen S,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide CVE was excellent! He was so knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. And he is personable and made sure everyone was included and comfortable.
Highly recommended. We wouldn't have gained as much insight by self guided tour.
SuzyComeHome,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed the tour and I would highly recommend it . Suited to older kids as well . Our 10 year old could also follow the tour with a good insight after we completed the tour. Truly memorable and seeing it from the lens of the Hiroshima people and their descendants has given us a new insight into the importance of hope and peace .
Great personal experience from the tour guide
Thomas A,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing personal experience from Aya while family members were present for the Hiroshima A bomb attack. We saw all the key locations, well worth doing
Would do it all again.
Elizabeth B,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very entertaining and kept our interest. A good approach to such an emotive subject. Would recommend
Great information by guide
320melcrs,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Cka was great, knew the history around what, how, why it all happened, could answer all questions and most importantly for my wife who wears hearing aids, he spoke clearly and well, wife didn't miss a word, which is most unusual.
Fabulous, informative
ChrisAndpipi,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aaze was our guide. He is Pakistani, an engineer, is studying history and been in Japan for 3.5 years. He now had Japanese family, Alot of his facts come from his partners Hiroshima family. I learned more than I have ever known about Hirosima In 2 hrs than I have in 65 years. He told the story in a way that sunk in, that was emotional and passionate and challenged us to remember that Peace must be the ultimate goal.
This was a fantastic tour...
Jenna Z,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fantastic tour of the Hiroshima Memorial grounds! Cva was well informed and answered all of the groups questions really well. He was able to pack in as much as he could to the 2 hour tour and was very personable, as well as trying to bring in humor when he could to lighten the mood due to the nature of the history!
Informative and interesting
269richardl,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Cva combined an impeccable knowledge of the subject matter with his own brand of wit and enthusiasm. His tour was fast paced and full of facts and stories from that historic and painful day in the world’s history. His overarching message was of the value of peace and he delivered that with aplomb. Highly recommend.
A walk in the park
Marco E,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Experiencing all exhibition pieces of the hiroshima peace memorial park per pedes and the guide tells you something about every piece. Guide is very kind and speaks perfect english. Worth the money.
What a great,...
Dana S,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great, comprehensive overview of Hiroshima and Peace Park. Our guide Cva was so knowledgeable, warm and charming. Highly recommend this tour!
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