Hiroshima & Miyajima Shrine Bus Tour With Local Guide

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8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This sightseeing bus tour introduces Hiroshima’s modern history and traditional culture while visiting two UNESCO World Heritage sites. Designed for first-time visitors, it combines guided explanations with independent exploration.

Departing from Hiroshima Station by air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking guide, the tour first visits Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. After a short introduction, guests may join the guide to learn about key monuments and the Atomic Bomb Dome or explore independently, with clear meeting times provided.

The tour then travels by ferry to Miyajima Island. After a brief overview of its cultural significance, guests can choose to join a guided explanation at Itsukushima Shrine, known for its floating torii gate, or enjoy free time on the island.

The itinerary balances essential historical context with flexibility for personal exploration.

What's Included

English speaking guide
Customize the itinerary
Ferry fare: 500JPY
around 1,500JPY

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Starbucks Coffee - Minamoa Hiroshima 2F

Google Map：https://maps.app.goo.gl/twRJyXVdLBfqBNwk6 The guide is waiting for you with the sign.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Itsukushima

    Miyajima, formally called Itsukushima, is among Hiroshima’s most recognized attractions. The island is best known for Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its prominent torii gate, which seems to rise from the sea during high tide. Visitors can visit historic temples, stroll along the waterfront, and take in panoramic views from Mount Misen. Traditional stores and regional specialties are also available, offering a combination of historical culture and natural landscape.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park serves as a place to remember those who lost their lives in the atomic bombing and to express a commitment to peace. Inside the park, the Atomic Bomb Dome remains preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, representing the destructive impact of war. Adjacent to the park, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum displays historical materials and survivor accounts that illustrate the events of 1945 and invite visitors to consider the significance of peace.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Travel Japan Together Tokyo

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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