History of Hiroshima Group Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Guided tour

Food (any kind) is not included

Options

History of Hiroshima Group Walking Tour

Reviews

5.00

12 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Nice little tour
Gayle M,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a short, quick tour that provided some nice details and overview for a first time visitor with limited time.
Incredible depth of knowledge around Hiroshima
phoenixb271,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide Cva was a highlight of our Japan trip. He was clearly knowledgeable about Hiroshima and had a true passion for spreading the message of needed peace. He was patient with our questions and was warm and friendly. I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn more about Hiroshima.
Very important and informative tour
prasad a,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a very informative and eye opening tour experience. Our tour guide Siva was very knowledgeable about the history of Hiroshima. He also conveyed this information in a very engaging fashion.
Tour guide was absolutely...
Alexander W,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tour guide was absolutely amazing, very informative and engaging. Would highly recommend to anyone passing by Hiroshima !
Moe was an amazing guide....
Matthew C,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Moe was an amazing guide. This tour gives you a deep perspective of the Japanese perspective of Hiroshima before and after the bombing
Best history tour
rashidaX9367DC,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was one of the best tour I ever attended . Tour guide Nisa was well informed about the history of Hiroshima.we visited all major monuments and some small but important spots in the peace park.Highly recommended .
A Tour like no other - not to miss
Laurent F,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Possibly the best guided tour i ever been on and i work in travel and always on them. Cva is very young extremely knowledgeable about Hiroshima bur also generel culturev and history. On top he has a great sense of humour his delivery was second to none. His story telling describing the event leading to the bombing - just incredible, he transported us to that tragic time making it a very emotional tour for qll of us. On top we did the 7pm tour in the dark made it even more dramatic but dont fret CVa was always punctuating with anecdotes and story to liven up the mood. I havz been in many tours and was concerned at beginning with such a young guide not even native ffom Hiroshima - he went well over and beyond our expectations ! Unforgettable tour and sp much more knowledgeable. Dont misd the tour anf ask for CVa u wont regret it
Excellent guided tour.
Jesper G,,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had some unlucky guides in the past who were not super good and could not answer the questions you had. However, our guide Shiva was absolutely brilliant. He was super informative and had a good mood and drive. Great experience!
We would thoroughly...
Jill K,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We would thoroughly recommend this tour . Our guide was able to share so much information. Without a guided tour we would not have learned so much.
Historical Hiroshima peace park tour
Federico M,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The trip has been amazing overall and I really enjoyed being with a nice, friendly, and knowledgeable tour guide. The trip was flexible and tailored around my liking. The visit to Hiroshima peace park was really entertaining with overall history and events explained in details. Our tour guide Ali was very friend, smart, and knowledgeable. I absolutely recommend this tour to others.