Hiroshima and Miyashima Private Spanish Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

  The tour begins by heading to the Peace Memorial Park, a space dedicated to remembering the victims of the 1945 atomic bombing and promoting a message of peace. During the walk, we will see several commemorative monuments, such as the Cenotaph for the Victims of the Atomic Bomb, the Flame of Peace, and the Monument to Children for Peace, inspired by the story of Sadako Sasaki. As we walk through the park, we will learn how Hiroshima was rebuilt after the war and the meaning of the different memorials that are part of this important place today.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Atomic Bomb Dome

  We will visit the Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome), one of the most emblematic monuments in Hiroshima and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Preserved in the state it was after the 1945 explosion, this building has become an international symbol of peace and nuclear disarmament. From its surroundings, we can observe its structure, learn the history of the old Hiroshima Industrial Promotion Palace, and understand the impact the atomic bombing had on the city and its inhabitants.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

  We will leave free time for you to visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum on your own, which is dedicated to explaining the events of August 6, 1945, and their consequences for the city and its inhabitants. Through photographs, personal objects, testimonies, and historical exhibitions, we will learn about the human impact of the atomic bombing and the reconstruction process of Hiroshima. The visit allows for a better understanding of the historical context of this event and the message of peace that the city promotes today.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 4
  Itsukushima Jinja

  Then we will go to Miyajima Island, where we will visit the Itsukushima Shrine, one of the most famous places in Japan and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built on the water, this sanctuary is known for its large floating torii, which seems to rise above the sea during high tide. We will tour its gates and pavilions while discovering the history of the sanctuary, its importance in Shintoism, and the close relationship between the island of Miyajima and traditional Japanese beliefs.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 5
  Hokoku-jinja (Senjokaku Pavilion)

  We will visit the Toyokuni Shrine, dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one of the most important figures in Japanese history. In this place we will also see the impressive Five-Story Pagoda, one of the most recognizable symbols of Miyajima. As we tour the area, we will learn the history of these monuments and enjoy one of the most picturesque views on the island, where traditional Japanese architecture integrates with the natural environment.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• It is necessary to bring cash to pay for certain attractions and food depending on where they are served, not all Japanese services accept cards

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