Half-day Hiroshima City Highlight Tour
Joined 2024
This half-day tour includes three of the most popular sites in central Hiroshima: Peace Memorial Park (including Peace Memorial Museum), Hiroshima Castle, affectionately called Rijo (Carp Castle) by Hiroshima citizens, and Shukkeien, a strolling-style Japanese garden made by local load. You will learn about Hiroshima's history and peace while enjoying beautiful scenery and nature.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel, Hiroshima Station,
- Meet at the guests' hotel or Hiroshima station (Shinkansen ticket gate)
Shukkeien garden
Traditional Japanese stroll garden made approximately 400 years ago by the lord of Hiroshima Castle. Despite being located in the city, it offers a peaceful retreat where you can enjoy the beauty of nature through all four seasons.
Hiroshima Castle
A historic flatland castle built about 400 years ago, affectionately known as "Rijō" (Carp Castle) by the locals. The castle tower was rebuilt after the war and now houses exhibits that introduce the history and culture of Hiroshima.
Peace Park & Peace Memorial Museum
A large park dedicated to peace. The park includes both the Atomic Bomb Dome, and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
This tour also includes must to see memorials, such as the Cenotaph for the A-bomb victims, Children’s Peace Monument, Memorial Mound, Memorial Tower for Mobilized students.
Ending Point
Peace Memorial Museum
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Guide public transportation fee
Your admission fees: 100 -370 JPY foreach sites
Public transportation: av. 440-880 JPY/person
When needed: taxi fare
Your food and drink
Tour Important Information
* This tour basically involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes. With your request, it may use taxies
* Sites, transportation and meeting time can be changed based on your preferences.
* Depending on meeting place, the tour will cost you for your transportation fee.
* If you would like a chartered taxi, please send me a message for further information.
This tour may not available in mid-summer.
Important message from the supplier
The above applies to October and beyond.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Kahori M.
Hi, I'm Kahori, a nationally licensed guide interpreter, and have just started working with GoWithGuide! I’m delighted to show people around this area. For the past almost 10 years, I have mainly guided foreign medical professionals around Hiroshima City and Miyajima, gaining a deep understanding of the effects of radiation and the support for A-bomb survivors.
Hiroshima is a city of rivers and the sea. Along the rivers Cherry trees line, and the calm Seto Inland Sea, dotted with islands, creates a stunning landscape. Also, the sea has many islands called "art islands" which have fantastic arts relating to the art festival "Setoushi Triennale". In addition to our two World Heritage Sites, this area is rich in attractive resources. I hope many of you will come and experience this fascinating land. Personally, I am very passionate about modern art and enjoy sports like stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) on our rivers.
I look forward to meeting you, interacting with you, and also, learning from you!
Reviews
Denis M.
“A great guide with deep knowledge and great service”
Kahori’s guiding was very informative and her level of service is superb! She also possess an extensive knowledge of the subject! Recommends warmly for you who wants to learn more about Hiroshima!
Kahori M.
Thank you very much for your kind review. It was an honor to me. I truly appreciate that you choose this tour. Kahori
Slim S.
“Discovering Hiroshima - April 2025”
Our experience with Kahori as our local guide in Hiroshima was truly exceptional. From the moment we met her at the Hilton Hiroshima hotel, her warm and welcoming face set the tone for a memorable day. Kahori shared many fascinating stories and historical facts throughout the tour, enriching our understanding of Hiroshima's past and culture. Her extensive knowledge was evident as she guided us through the beautiful Shukkeien Garden, where we enjoyed a peaceful stroll amidst the meticulously maintained landscapes. Kahori's insights into the garden's history and design added a rich layer of understanding to our visit. Her engaging storytelling continued as we explored Hiroshima Castle, bringing the castle's history to life and making our visit both educational and enjoyable. The highlight of our tour was undoubtedly the Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Kahori's respectful and informative approach to this poignant site helped us grasp the profound significance of Hiroshima's past and its message of peace. Her ability to navigate the museum and highlight key exhibits ensured we made the most of our time there. Overall, Kahori's professionalism, knowledge, and friendly personality made our half-day tour of Hiroshima an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend her to anyone looking to explore the city with a guide who truly cares about sharing its history and beauty.
Kahori M.
Despite the unpredictable spring weather, I was relieved that you were able to enjoy the tour. Thank you very much for your thoughtful review. It was an honor to guide all of you. Wishing you many more wonderful journeys ahead! Kahori
Irene L.
“100 of out 10! ”
We had a fantastic day with Ms. Kahori. My kids loved the tour and rated it "100 out of 10", "best tour we ever had" (and we have had many tours). In the morning, she showed us the wonderful sights of Miyajima Island. We didn't know much of the island except the Torii gate, but she showed us so much and we wholeheartedly loved it. For lunch, we had okonomiyaki. She even made a reservation for us at a local restaurant on the island, so we could sit down and order as soon as we arrived, which saved a lot of waiting time. In the afternoon, we went to the Peace museum. It was a dark part of our history, but important for us and the kids to see. However, there was also a bright side to it. During our train ride to the museum, she showed us how to make origami paper cranes, which was great fun for the kids, and perfectly timed, since subsequently the kids decided to dedicate their cranes at the monuments we visited. She was extremely friendly and patient, and great to be around!
Kahori M.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly wonderful to spend time with such a lovely family like yours. The conversations with your children, as well as with both of you as parents and scientists, were very meaningful and precious to me. The earnest and lively expressions on your children's faces have become a treasure in my heart! Thank you!
$203/ per group
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