Hiroshima Icons of Peace Walking Tour

Hiroshima is a city scarred by its past but united in its mission for peace and a prosperous, joyful future. This wonderful walking tour is dedicated to exploring and celebrating Hiroshima’s icons to peace and beauty, discovering the poignant history surrounding the city as well as its breathtakingly beautiful surroundings and progressive perspective.

Along your meaningful journey, you’ll be joined by a passionate guide who’ll provide insightful and expert commentary to help you fully understand the significance of Hiroshima’s peace icons.

Your deeply powerful day tour makes its first stop at the Peace Memorial, where you’ll stand in reflection before the Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated to the victims of the events of August 6th, 1945. You’ll stroll with your guide through the very special museum, which tells the story of this horrific event sensitively and impactfully.

Next, your guide will navigate the tour into the bustling hubbub of central Hiroshima for an immersion in its intriguing streetlife and the opportunity to grab some delicious traditional lunch (your guide will be full of recommendations).

Afterwards, your walking tour will move on to Miyajima Island, a tranquil oasis almost completely at odds with the hustle and bustle of Hiroshima! Here, your guide will lead you on a blissful wander through the island’s sublime natural landscapes before allowing you free time to further explore the island’s serene beaches, Itsukushima Shrine, and local culinary scene. There’ll be plenty of time in these exquisite surroundings to reflect on the moving history you’ve delved into on this day tour and feel humbled by the inspiring fortitude of Hiroshima.

Highlights

• Hiroshima
• Peace Memorial
• Atomic Bomb Dome
• Miyajima Island

What’s Included

• English-speaking guide
• Public transportation fares (tram and ferry)
• Entrance fees to Peace Memorial Park and Itsukushima Shrine
• Free time for personal exploration

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Requirements

• Age 15+