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Discover the profound history of Hiroshima on this 3-hour guided walking tour. Begin at the Gates of Peace and delve into the city’s poignant past as you visit significant sites, including the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, the Atomic Bomb Dome, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Hall, and the Children's Peace Monument. This tour offers a profound understanding of the impact of bombing and the importance of peace through insightful cultural perspectives shared by your knowledgeable guide. Suitable for travelers of all ages, it's an essential experience for anyone visiting Hiroshima.
- Visit poignant landmarks such as the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Hall, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, and other monuments in the Peace Park.
- Guided tour with expert insights on Hiroshima's history
- Ideal for families; children 0-10 join for free
-This private tour is exclusively for your group, allowing you to experience the journey together without any other participants.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide will be waiting for you next to the 10 "Gates of Peace" in front of the Italian restaurant "Mario"
Hypocenter/Ground Zero
Itinerary
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At the meeting point, the guide will explain why an atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima and how it shaped the course of world history. The tour will begin at the 10 Gates of Peace, where nine gates represent the gates of hell, while the tenth symbolizes the hell of Hiroshima. The word "peace" is inscribed in 49 different languages on each gate.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Mother and Baby in the Storm monument is dedicated to all the mothers who sacrified their lives while trying to save the lives of their children.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum to gain a profound understanding of the city’s history and its journey towards peace. The museum features impactful visual displays that chronicle the events surrounding the atomic bombing in 1945, alongside exhibits that showcase the resilience and recovery of Hiroshima's community. As you explore the various galleries, you'll encounter heartfelt stories of survivors, artifacts from that fateful day, and artworks that reflect the ongoing pursuit for peace. This museum serves not only as a memorial to the victims but also as an important reminder of the significance of promoting peace and preventing future conflicts. It's a moving experience that connects the city’s past with its hopeful present and future.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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The names of the victims of the Hiroshima A-bombing
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The solo survival in the building 170 meters away from the ground zero.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The hall shows the destruction of the city.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Monument dedicated to Korean Victims.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
The monument is dedicated to Sadako and other children who died in the bombing. It tells the story behind the paper crane, a symbol of peace.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The building survived the atomic bombing in Hiroshima
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
The peace bell
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 2 children (0-10 years) can join free of charges.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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