Hiroshima
Must see Hiroshima in a day
Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems • 8 hours
5.0
(17)
Must see Hiroshima in a day
Explore Hiroshima's highlights & hidden gems in a day with a local host, diving into its rich history and vibrant culture for an unforgettable journey
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Enjoy the tranquility of the Shukkeien Japanese gardens and experience a traditional tea ceremony.
- Let your local guide lead you to the iconic Hiroshima castle and show you a bygone era.
- See the infamous A-bomb dome site firsthand and possibly even meet some survivors.
- Learn about every-day life here with your local guide answering all your questions.
- Wander the beautiful Peace Memorial Park serving as a reminder of peace and the beauty of life.
- Try Hiroshima's most famous food for yourself! A local style of okonomiyaki (noodle pancake)
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
8 hours with a host
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
What’s not included
Food and drinks (but you can pre-book your lunch with us)
Tickets to any attraction
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
In front of The SOUVENIR SELECT HitotoKi located in Hiroshima Orizuru Tower ground level.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Must-see Hiroshima awaits! Begin your day of exploring this historic city at Shukkeien gardens, where your local guide will lead you to a typical Japanese tea house for a tea ceremony and then onto the postcard-perfect bamboo forest and where the Yozakura (Night Cherry blossoms) are best found, come season. From here, Hiroshima castle and all its secret treasures await exploring. Locally known as ‘Carp Castle’ ask your guide for a happy snap with the surrounding koi pond as your memorable backdrop. The infamous A-Bomb Dome is something you need to see firsthand, hear the stories from survivors who frequent the site, and then continue on to the nearby Peace Memorial park, with its beautiful fountains serving as a reminder of human endurance.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Sean,
Jan 2025
Ken was an absolutely wonderful host who carefully planned an itinerary according to our needs, adjusted to minor hiccups along the way, and took all the heartache out of ticket purchases etc.. We had a great day, learned plenty, and got some beautiful photos of the lovely city of Hiroshima and neighbouring Miyajima. Thank you sincerely, Ken!
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Andrew,
Oct 2024
I had a great time exploring Miyajima Island and trying the good food and delicacies thanks to my awesome guide Kaori.
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Daniel,
Oct 2024
Great custom experience, able to add extra activities on the day to fit our needs.
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Joanne,
Oct 2024
We spent half a day with Masa as our personal guide to Miyajima Island. As it was our first time to Hiroshima and Miyajima, we found it incredibly helpful and informative to have Masa explain the history of the places we visited. Miyajima Island was simply beautiful with its temples and Itsukushima Shrine. We also took lots of pictures of the friendly deer there. The Floating Torii Gate was not to be missed. I guess when choosing a guide, the question I ask is could I have done this tour by myself. Yes I could….but I would not have learnt about the heart and soul of the place. Masa’s detailed explanation really made the day one of our “highlights” of our 2 week trip to Japan. Thank you Masa! Highly recommend.
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Stephen,
Oct 2024
Ken is an excellent guide - courteous, knowledgeable, and empathetic.
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Kerry,
Sep 2024
We were fortunate to have had Afifah as our tour guide. She's very knowledgeable of the history of the sites we visited. She also took us to Instagram worthy spots that weren't crowded. The best part for us was that she's a Muslim. That means looking for halal street foods was easy and suggestions for halal restaurants were always available. This really enhanced our visit to Kyoto! She's also great with children. Highly recommended.
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