Japan · WALKING TOURS IN HIROSHIMA
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 7 walking tours in Hiroshima worth the yen, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
150-minute Hiroshima historical walking tour explaining why the atomic bomb was dropped, from Gokoku Shrine to Peace Park, in English.
“Just finished the tour and cannot recommend enough. Our guide, Chihiro, was an absolute superstar, so knowledgeable and such a great story teller.”
A 5-hour small-group Hiroshima Peace walk to the Peace Memorial Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome, and Orizuru Tower lunch with local guides.
“I highly recommend this meaningful experience. I learned so much about the War from the human side. What made my tour though was my guide Tommi. He was so knowledgeable and passionate. I can honestly say, I made a friend by the end of the tour. Don’t miss out on this experience.”
Private 4-hour Hiroshima walking tour with a licensed English guide, mixing Peace Memorial Park with Hiroshima Castle and Shukkeien gardens.
“Mari was wonderful—sweet, prepared, and deeply considerate. We visited Shukkeien Garden, Peace Memorial Park, and the Peace Memorial Museum, with a mid-tour stop for Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki (delicious!!). She handled the difficult Read more”
Small-group Hiroshima walking tour from Gokoku Shrine to Peace Park, with WWII context on why the bomb was dropped. 2.5 hours.
“Thomas was absolutely wonderful! He is easy to talk to, knowledgeable- and a great tour guide. This was an excellent tour.”
A small-group Miyajima walking tour with shrine and temple stops, photo time, and an included Hiroshima oyster lunch. Efficient and spiritual.
“Hika was our guide. Our family of 5 had a private tour as we were his only group for the day. He was very patient and informative. Lunch was delicious and to top it off we had soft serve ice cream. Overall a wonderful family day trip to Miyajima.”
A 2-hour English walking tour through Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, ending at the Hypocenter and Atomic Bomb Dome. Moving and practical.
“It was a fabulous tour. Very eye-opening. Aya is a great your guide who being a local from Hiroshima, knew a lot of stories which we have definitely missed if not for this tour. I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to get an in-depth experience.”
Taste Hiroshima on a 3-hour walk through Hondori and Nagarekawa, with 10+ small plates at 3 tachinomi bars and 3 drinks included.
“This was a great food tour. Ken took us to three local places with great food and drink. He was very knowledgeable and very personable. He spoke very good English. We and our friends had a great time.”
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