Overview
Explore the rich history and culture of Hiroshima on a guided walking tour that will take you through some of the city's most iconic landmarks and attractions. Begin your journey at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a serene and beautiful tribute to the victims of the atomic bomb that was dropped on the city in 1945. Marvel at the impressive Atomic Bomb Dome, a haunting reminder of the devastating impact of the bomb. Then, visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and delve deep into the history of the city and the tragedy that befell it. Your experienced guide will provide fascinating insights and stories about the city, its people, and their resilience in the face of adversity. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the best of Hiroshima on foot!
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Snacks& Desserts
- 4 Hours Walking Tour with a professional Guide
- Soft Drinks& Water
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Drinks(Available to Purchase)+18years old
- Gratuities
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a memorial park in the center of Hiroshima, Japan. It is dedicated to the legacy of Hiroshima as the first city in the world to suffer a nuclear attack at the end of World War II, and to the memories of the bomb's direct and indirect victims
Stop 2
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is a museum located in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, in central Hiroshima, Japan, dedicated to documenting the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in World War II. The museum was established in August 1955 with the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Hall.
Stop 3
The Cenotaph for the Victims of the Atomic Bomb (formally known as the Memorial Monument for Hiroshima, City of Peace) was built in 1952. Inside lay registries which contain the names of all the known victims of the bombing, regardless of nationality.
Stop 4
The Children's Peace Monument is a monument for peace to commemorate Sadako Sasaki and the thousands of child victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. This monument is located in Hiroshima, Japan. Sadako Sasaki, a young girl, died of leukemia from radiation of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima on 6 August 1945.
Stop 5
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial, originally the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, and now commonly called the Genbaku Dome, Atomic Bomb Dome or A-Bomb Dome, is part of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, Japan and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996
Stop 6
Serene rooftop observation deck offering dramatic views of Hiroshima, plus a first-floor cafe. This is a 14-story building standing right next to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome) World Heritage Site. The roof observatory offers commanding views of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, including the Genbaku Dome, below. On sunny days, the view extends all the way to Mt. Misen on Miyajima. The Orizuru Tower is named after the custom of folding origami paper cranes, and as this name indicates, there is an orizuru wall where visitors can leave their own paper crane as a symbol of peace. The first floor of the building houses a café, souvenir shop, and tourist information center, making it a convenient stop while sightseeing in downtown Hiroshima.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels