Hiroshima Private Custom Walking Tour
Description
Discover the best of Hiroshima your way on this customizable private tour. Whether you’re drawn to history, nature, culture, or food, you’ll have the freedom to create an itinerary that reflects your interests—guided by a local expert for a smooth and enriching experience. Choose from a variety of top spots, including the impactful Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome, and peaceful Peace Memorial Park. For culture and scenery, consider Hiroshima Castle, the elegant Shukkeien Garden, or Orizuru Tower, offering panoramic views. Food lovers may want to visit Okonomimura, known for Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. Optional excursions to Miyajima Island—with its famous Itsukushima Shrine and Mt. Misen can also be arranged. With hotel pickup, private transport, and a flexible schedule, this tour is ideal for solo travelers, couples, or groups seeking a more personal way to explore Hiroshima.
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Itinerary
Miyajima, also known as Itsukushima, is a scenic island famous for its floating torii gate, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Surrounded by lush nature and rich culture, it offers stunning views, friendly deer, and a peaceful escape from the city.
Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site on Miyajima Island, is renowned for its iconic “floating” torii gate. Built over the sea, the shrine offers breathtaking views at high tide and showcases Japan’s spiritual and architectural beauty.
Mt. Misen, the highest peak on Miyajima, offers panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea. Accessible by hiking trails or ropeway, it’s a sacred site with ancient temples, wild deer, and mystical atmosphere—perfect for nature and history lovers.
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum powerfully documents the impact of the atomic bombing in 1945. Through personal stories and artifacts, it conveys the horrors of nuclear war and advocates for peace and the abolition of nuclear weapons.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a serene space dedicated to the victims of the 1945 atomic bombing. Featuring monuments, museums, and memorials—including the Atomic Bomb Dome—it inspires reflection and promotes a message of global peace.
The Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands as a powerful symbol of peace. Preserved in the condition it was left after the 1945 bombing, it reminds visitors of the devastating impact of nuclear war and the importance of peace.
Okonomimura is a lively food theme park in Hiroshima, home to multiple stalls serving Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. Each vendor offers a unique twist on the savory pancake, making it a must-visit spot for food lovers seeking local flavors.
Hiroshima Castle, also known as Carp Castle, is a historic site originally built in the 16th century. Reconstructed after WWII, it features a beautiful moat, traditional architecture, and a museum showcasing Hiroshima’s samurai history and culture.
Shukkeien is a historic Japanese garden in Hiroshima, designed in 1620 with miniature landscapes representing valleys, mountains, and rivers. Serene paths, koi-filled ponds, and seasonal flowers offer a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.
Hiroshima Orizuru Tower offers panoramic views of the city and the Atomic Bomb Dome from its rooftop observatory. Visitors can fold paper cranes (orizuru) and drop them into a symbolic glass wall, sharing a heartfelt message of peace and hope.
Saijo, located in eastern Hiroshima, is renowned as one of Japan’s top sake-brewing towns. With historic breweries lining Sakagura-dori (Sake Brewery Street), visitors can enjoy tasting premium sake while exploring the area’s rich culture and charm.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your guide will be holding a yellow sign with the yellow logo near the designated meeting point.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
- We may not be able to guide you to high-cost attractions such as theme parks or destinations located far from central Hiroshima, such as Onomichi or remote rural areas. In some cases, you may be required to cover the guide’s admission or transportation fees.
- Please note that, due to time constraints, the 4-hour tour cannot cover both the “Miyajima Area” and the “Hiroshima City Area.” If you wish to visit both, we recommend booking a longer tour option.
Reviews(2)
Eiji was our assigned guide for this tour. Very professional, he reached out to us early on after we booked this tour to ensure that he tailored the itinerary for the day to our liking. Eiji was so knowledgeable and helpful and made certain that our tour was wonderful and memorable. This was a very stirring experience for us and Eiji contributed immensely to making this a great tour for us. He also ensured that logistics from transportation to site and return was taken care of thus allowing us to immerse ourselves in the moment while not worrying about anything else. Eiji is a testament to why a good tour guide is important and how a great guide can enhance your tour experience. I would highly recommend Eiji if doing this tour. Very moving experience.
Miyu did an extraordinary job in guiding us today through Hiroshima and Miyajima. We truly enjoyed the tour and learned so much about the historical places, the temples and shrines (and the difference between them!), the food and the culture in general. It was wonderful to receive explanations and important facts on what we were looking at, we will definitely remember this experience thanks to Miju. Miju knows a lot about Hiroshima and Miyajima and she was very patient and kind to accommodate questions and traveler’s requests, making for a very enjoyable day, even though it was very hot outside. 5 stars!!!
