Miyajima Half-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
This value-packed trip with a licensed and experienced English speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Miyajima island and Itsukushima Shrine!
To start your day, please choose your must-see spots in Miyajima island which you prioritize. Your guide will customize your four-hours private tour in detail according to your interests.
Four hours is the perfect amount of time to check out Miyajima island.
24 Pass for Ferry and streetcar transportation is 900 Yen for adults, 450 yen for children.
Note: We recommend the meeting point of Miyajimaguchi Passenger Terminal Ticket Office(Ferry Boarding Area for Miyajima) as this tour starts when you meet the guide. The guide can also meet at your hotel in Hiroshima city or at Hiroshima city cruise port. Please be aware that travelling to and from Miyajima is part the the 4 hours.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
What To Expect
We recommend the meeting point of Miyajimaguchi Passenger Terminal Ticket Office(Ferry Boarding Area for Miyajima). If you meet in Hiroshima or at Hiroshima station or port, It may take up to an hour to travel to Miyajima. In this case, you may need to request a tour extension.
Miyajima
Miyajima is one of Japan’s most scenic destinations, famous for the iconic floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine. Walk through charming streets, meet the island’s friendly deer, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this historic island. With a local guide, you’ll learn about the island’s culture, history, and hidden spots beyond the main tourist areas.
Options
Tour in Miyajima area
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Hiroshima
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Transportation fees, Ferry, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private Vehicle
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Miyajima Visitor tax of (100 yen, Cash only) JPY 100 per person
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
207 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Personalized tour of Miyajima
StephanieC4456,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed Hiroshi and his insights on Miyajima, where his family has deep roots. He thoughtfully designed our itinerary, contacting us on advance, to take advantage of the island's beauty and special sights while avoiding unnecessary crowds. We loved visiting the legendary potter/artist and the coffee shop where he guided us in creating origami paper cranes, a symbol of peace. He even took photos of us and sent them after the tour! We invited him to join us for lunch at a local spot where he reserved our seats. Finally, he assisted us in returning to Hiroshima, as we did not think about transportation from the ferry pier to our hotel.
Amazing
joycemC5817BE,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was patient, knowledge and a pleasure to spend time with.
Amazing experience with Mari
danamZ7132WK,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mari was the best tour guide ever! She was super knowledgable and we covered so much ground. Mari kept things factual, fun and interesting. We highly recommend booking this tour!
Miyajima Island
629reniea,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hi Kyoko We are very sad to hear about the fire but grateful to share the longevity drink with you. We Thankyou for a wonderful experience on Miyajima Island and for all your planning and emails before our tour. We could not ask for a better tour guide. It made our day very enjoyable and we hope you will come to see us in Australia. We wish you and family all the very best Kyoko and that you continue to share your knowledge and passion of your beautiful country with many more visitors to the island. Kindest regards Renie,Snow,Jan,Chris,Morelle and Dave
Above and beyond
RCH80,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on a half day trip to Miyajima with Hiroshi-San. We agreed on a meeting point the day before and we met up and started our tour. Mr. Hiroshi was extremely kind and talkative during the whole tour. He was honest and kind. We got the tour we never knew we wanted, including everything we knew we did want, all because of his kindness and knowledge. We did not pay any fee as this was already taken care of through our agent. We had to pay transportation but this we knew from the time of booking. We can only recommend to book this tour with Hiroshi. We are sure you will have an amazing time with him, just as we did. Hiroshi-San went above and beyond. We had a wish to go on a specific (historical) street car in Hiroshima and he found out everything for us and texted us in the evening. And as an extra but historic significant little thing. He taught us to make an origami crane. THANK YOU!
Miyajima Memories
G3527YJdonnad,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour in Miyajima today. Our tour guide, Hiroshi Tsuji, was exceptional. He walked us through the shrine explaining what we were seeing and what it meant. Thanks to Hiroshi, we were lucky enough to experience Japanese "fast food" Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki. Amazing! So many wonderful memories made today, from the ferry ride to the island, to the deer roaming the streets, to the maple leaf🍁 cookies, and of course, the iconic Torii Gate. A day to treasure. Thank you, Hiroshi
Miyajima Experience
Donna D,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Hiroshi Tsuji is a wonderful guide. He walked us through the Miyajima shrine explaining what we saw and what it meant. Thanks to Hiroshi, we got to try the local "fast food", Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki for lunch. Amazing! Wonderful day in Miyajima. Thanks, Hiroshi.
Outstanding experience with Yuji-san
295ernst,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the very first moment, communication with the Operator and the assigned tour-guide, Yuji-san, were great. Quick contact, quick replies. Fantastic and good for your peace of mind. We were met by Yuji-san at our hotel. He introduced the pre-arranged programme and gave us some personal information about him and his experience and his family. Throughout the 4-hours tour, he was informative, helpful, competent and new his way around. He shared his knowledge while giving us time to digest all the new impressions and information. The sharing of his personal believes and values made it very authentic and exceptional. We are very grateful and lucky having had Yuji-san as our guide. Best wishes to him and his family.
We were blessed with perfect weather and the perfect guide. Kyoko was knowledgeable, patient, polite, fun, sense humour
Jan S,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had perfect weather and guide. Kyoko was knowledgeable, sense of humour, polite, helpful and considerate.
Excellent!
695karent,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Miyajima Half-Day private tour was wonderful! Our guide, Yuki-San, was very knowledgeable and shared many of the island’s treasures. I had mentioned to her that I had a specific food I wanted to try, and she took us to her favorite lunch spot. It was great! I highly recommend the tour. I don’t think we would have had the same experience on Miyajima without it. 🎊
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