Walking Tours In Hiroshima

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Top private tours in Hiroshima

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

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The best private guides and local insiders in Hiroshima

Looking for the ultimate private walking tours in Hiroshima? The city may be a familiar face solely for its devastating past, but our local insiders are here to show you that there’s much more to their hometown. On Hiroshima walking tours with City Unscripted, you’ll see this beautiful, resilient city for what it truly is: a peaceful sanctuary adored for its amazing cuisine, friendly locals, and centuries-old sights. Whether you stick to the main roads and explore Hiroshima’s must-sees, like the Peace Memorial Park, or head off the beaten track down streets free from traffic and tourists, our walking tours of Hiroshima make every step count.

Meet some of our Hiroshima private guides

Rue

Hiroshima

Fuelled by a deep passion for Hiroshima, I bring its culture and history to life through engaging tours that are brimming with humor and captivating stories.

Masayo

Hiroshima

A Hiroshima host and restaurant connoisseur with an insider's knowledge of the city's culinary delights.

Tom

Hiroshima

Historical humorist with a knack for Hiroshima's hidden gems and a deep dive into its poignant past.

Yuka

Hiroshima

Shopping enthusiast and local treasures hunter with a keen eye for Hiroshima's stylish sundries stores and hidden gems.

Nozz

Hiroshima

Adventurous Hiroshima host, passionate about uncovering hidden culinary gems and scenic spots, with a knack for navigating the city's vibrant food scene.

Kaori

Hiroshima

Passionate Hiroshima host, with a knack for uncovering delicious foodie delights and scenic natural wonders, while capturing the city's essence one stroll at a time!

Ken

Hiroshima

Vibrant Hiroshima host, sake enthusiast, and culinary explorer with a passion for the city's flavors, history, and hidden gems, ready to unveil the city's best-kept secrets.

Aya

Hiroshima

"Dedicated supporter of Hibakusha with a deep connection to Hiroshima’s history and stories, offering a unique local perspective."

Kota

Hiroshima

"Forest-bathing enthusiast with a deep connection to Hiroshima's hidden nature spots, ready to guide you in experiencing the city through all five senses."

Mayu

Hiroshima

Family-friendly Hiroshima host with a knack for uncovering local gems and fun-filled spots beyond the tourist trail.

Let a local be your guide

On Hiroshima walking tours, it’s easy to get drawn into the sights that symbolize the city’s well-documented tragedy, like the Atomic Bomb Dome and the Peace Memorial Park. But the city is overflowing with hidden secrets and holes-in-the-wall that can only be explored on walking tours of Hiroshima with a local guide. Whether you jostle through the crowded Hondori shopping arcade, soak up the city’s neon-lit nightlife and restaurant scene, or admire treasures that once belonged to samurai lords at Hiroshima Castle, the best walking tours in Hiroshima show you the local lifestyle.

Take the road less traveled

Anyone with Google and a guidebook can explore the heart of Hiroshima, where many of the city’s must-see attractions congregate. But who says sightseeing needs to stick to the tourist trail? Our walking tours in Hiroshima still let you see the top attractions – but you might take the roads less traveled between them. Whether you hop on the ferry to see the temples and shrines of Miyajima Island, take the train to Yamato Museum, or stop off to sample Hiroshima Okonomiyaki at a tiny restaurant loved by locals, there’s so much to experience on the best walking tours in Hiroshima with us.

Get a taste of locals-only life

Our Hiroshima walking tours aren’t limited to the city’s top sights, because they alone can’t paint the fullest picture of the city. In fact, to truly experience the local lifestyle is to taste it! Japan is a country known for food, but Hiroshima still stands out – and on Hiroshima walking food tours, you’ll soon understand why. Our “Eat like a local in Hiroshima” experience lets you try Hiroshima’s version of iconic Onomiyaki and sample oysters at their freshest at a local market. End your Hiroshima walking food tours with a craft beer or a traditional tea ceremony you won’t soon forget.

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Latest reviews from our guests

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!

January 2025

Sean L
I had a great time exploring Miyajima Island and trying the good food and delicacies thanks to my awesome guide Kaori.

October 2024

Andrew T
Great custom experience, able to add extra activities on the day to fit our needs.

October 2024

Daniel M
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.

October 2024

Joanne S