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Discover Hiroshima's powerful story on this self-guided walking tour. Visit the Peace Memorial Museum, the poignant Children's Monument, the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome, and more. Explore ancient castles, tranquil gardens, and modern memorials, each stop blending history, hope, and renewal. A deeply moving journey through resilience and remembrance. Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the indicated mobile app closely.
Reach this checkpoint to complete the tour.
Itinerary
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Begin your journey at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Explore powerful exhibits, witness artifacts from August 6, 1945, and experience the city's story of devastation, survival, and hope for peace.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Descend into Hiroshima's National Peace Memorial Hall, where a panoramic view of the ruined city and digital survivor testimonies await. Connect with history, reflect on the cost of war, and leave your wish for peace.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Visit the Children's Peace Monument in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Discover Sadako Sasaki's legacy, admire thousands of colorful paper cranes, and reflect on the universal wish for peace.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Circle the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome, count its surviving windows, and reflect on the historic moment that changed Hiroshima—and the world—forever. A powerful checkpoint at a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Experience Orizuru Tower: ascend the spiral ramp, explore interactive exhibits on Hiroshima's rebirth, and enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop. Fold a paper crane for the Orizuru Wall and reflect on the city's journey from tragedy to hope.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Step into Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine, rebuilt after WWII, and discover its towering torii gate, guardian lion-dogs, and ema prayer plaques. Reflect on the city's journey from tragedy to peace in this serene sanctuary.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Explore Hiroshima Castle, a reconstructed symbol of resilience. Climb the keep for sweeping city views, discover samurai armor and ancient artifacts, and learn about the castle's historic moats and wartime legacy.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Conclude your Hiroshima journey in the historic Shukkeien Gardens, designed in 1620 for feudal lords. Capture the iconic Koko Bridge, spot sunbathing turtles, and stroll paths steeped in centuries of history and resilience.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Requires installing a mobile app (instructions in confirmation email)
- Not recommended for visually impaired people
- Not recommended for seniors over 80
- Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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