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Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour in Hiroshima City
(31) Reviews
Wakakusachō
About
Step into the heart of Hiroshima, a city that bears the profound weight of history, on our half-day guided tour. Led by the son of an A-bomb survivor, this tour offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on the events that shaped this resilient city. Over the course of four hours, we will explore significant landmarks that stand as poignant reminders of the past, ensuring a meaningful and unforgettable experience.
This deeply personal account adds a layer of authenticity and emotion to your experience, making it a truly unforgettable journey.
This half-day Hiroshima city tour is not just a guided excursion; it's an opportunity to connect with history on a deeply personal level. By cho...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide fee
Gratuities
Any food and drink is excluded.
This tour based on taking public transportation/taxi from your hotel or Hiroshima station if you'll come by bullet train. Private transportation is an Optional(additional cost will be charged).
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Max: Taxi, approx 1800-2000 per taxi. If you're near downtown Hiroshima city to tour starting point(at ANA CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL). Min: 240 jpy,If we'll take streetcar or bus.
Meeting Points
Departure
Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
Meeting in the hotel lobby.
Holding welcome board of guest name.
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour in Hiroshima City
(31) Reviews
Wakakusachō
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$200.00
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About
Step into the heart of Hiroshima, a city that bears the profound weight of history, on our half-day guided tour. Led by the son of an A-bomb survivor, this tour offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on the events that shaped this resilient city. Over the course of four hours, we will explore significant landmarks that stand as poignant reminders of the past, ensuring a meaningful and unforgettable experience.
This deeply personal account adds a layer of authenticity and emotion to your experience, making it a truly unforgettable journey.
This half-day Hiroshima city tour is not just a guided excursion; it's an opportunity to connect with history on a deeply personal level. By cho...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide fee
Gratuities
Any food and drink is excluded.
This tour based on taking public transportation/taxi from your hotel or Hiroshima station if you'll come by bullet train. Private transportation is an Optional(additional cost will be charged).
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Max: Taxi, approx 1800-2000 per taxi. If you're near downtown Hiroshima city to tour starting point(at ANA CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL). Min: 240 jpy,If we'll take streetcar or bus.
Meeting Points
Departure
Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
Meeting in the hotel lobby.
Holding welcome board of guest name.
Return
Itinerary
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Hiroshima Station
This tour has 3options to meetup with guide.
1. Bullet train platform in Hiroshima station: If the guest will come Hiroshima by bullet train from other city like OSAKA, KYOTO and TOKYO.
2. Reception at your hotel in Hiroshima: If you already stayed Hiroshima, let's meetup your hotel reception if it's convenient.
3. Other place, such as Peace park: We can text in advance where to meet, we can meet after your morning explore has done before this tour starts.
20 minutes
2
Shirakami Shrine
1. Stop a Japanese shrine which looks similar as other Shinto-shrine, but has unique background, story why Hiroshima become a A-Bomb traget.
2. See survived trees from A-Bomb, which shows regilience of plant's live, why they're survived in a short distance.
3. See school museum which shows how survived people communicate each other to find their family, friends and who loves.
4. Stop at National bank of Japan, survived building that still standing now.
5. Walking through the shopping street to Hypocenter(Ground Zero)
1 hour
3
Ground Zero
The hypocenter of the atomic bomb (ground level). Stop the hypocenter and picture after the bomb. See the picture of the monument.
10 minutes
4
Saiko-ji Temple
Stop at the Japanese temple to see how the heat and blast was huge when the Bomb exploded. See some of the evidence of what happened.
10 minutes
5
Atomic Bomb Dome
Atomic-Bomb Dome. Stop and see the Atomic Bomb Dome which was used for the first time in history and a reminder of what happened here.
20 minutes
6
Peace Flame
Stop at Flame of Peace.
Take a look at Flame of Peace, which has a special meaning why keep the flame burning?
5 minutes
7
Hiroshima
Lunch at near Peace Memorial Park. Okonomi-yaki (Hiroshima style), Ramen, and Sushi due to guest request.
The guide will introduce you to local restaurants. Some options for vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free guests.
50 minutes
8
Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park
Take a rest at a rest house or see a small museum/ origami experience.
This building is one of the surviving buildings from A-Bomb, now this building is not only used for tourist information but small museum of survivors in the basement.
15 minutes
9
Children's Peace Monument
Stop at the Children's monument. Stop and see one girl's story who tries to fold a paper crane hoping to recover from leukemia based on Japanese belief.
10 minutes
10
Hiroshima Peace City Monument Cenotaph for the Atomic Bomb Victims
See the peace memorial cenotaph. The guide shares its history, the reason for its shape, and its meaning. Guest will find its design concept.
