Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Hiroshima, Chugoku

May 21, 2021 Margarita Chappel

A trip to Hiroshima is best kicked off with a visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, which contains a museum, the remnants of buildings destroyed by the 1945 atomic bomb and monuments to the people killed by this nuclear attack. Understanding Hiroshima’s relatively recent devastation is key to fully appreciating its beauty and culture. Visit splendidly rebuilt historic sites like Hiroshima Castle and Shukkei-en Garden, and don’t miss the Itsukushima Shrine on the nearby island of Miyajima.
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1. Cycling Tour around the wonderful SETOUCHI Islands

三高港, Okimicho Miyoshi, Etajima, Hiroshima 737-2316, Japan Sokoiko! Cycling Tours
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・ Experience the uniqueness of the“SETOUCHI Islands” that got the 7th place at the must-go-destinations ranking in 2019 of the New York Times in a sole hour from the city of Hiroshima! ・ Guided through amazing hidden spots only known by the locals ・ Learn on the island's unique culture and history, such as the local specialies and the oyster farming, the shipbuilding while admiring the islands countryside scenery ・ Take scenery photos from spots on the mountain that you can reach comfortably thanks to the powerful electric bicycle ・ It will feel like you are visiting with a friend with our friendly local guide

Inclusions: Guiding fee, rental bicycle fee, bicycle insurance

Exclusions: Ferry fee, food and beverages, other purchases

Reviewed By Jkadey

This tour gives an opportunity to cycle around Hiroshima learning about the aftermath of the Atomic bomb and the impact on the citizens of Japan. The tour was very knowledgeable on the topic. I learned a lot about the history of the Atomic bomb and I appreciate what the symbolism of the effects were. I highly recommend this tour if you are into cycling and history!

2. Miyajima Cultural Highlights Walking Tour

7-Eleven, 1-chōme-12-3 Miyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0411, Japan Magical Trip
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-Head to the beautiful Miyajima island and Itsukushima shrine- See the famous Torii gates and enter Itsukushima Shrine. Your friendly local guide will you tell you about their background in Miyajima and their cultural signifiance to Japan. -Learn deeper- Explore Daishoin Temple, Momijidani Park and learn about the 5 story pagoda and Senjokaku Hall. Here your friendly local guide will teach you next about Buddhism's role in Japan and this temple's significance to the island. -Get ready to chow down on some local Miyajima delicacies- To finish off your culutral highlights walking tour, your guide will introduce you to some of the local delicacies available such as delicious fresh oysters and fried momiji dumplings among other delicious sweet and savoury treats! Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

Inclusions: Entrance fee to all shrines and areas, 4.5 hours with a Hiroshima's local guide, Tour photos, 4 food samples of local delicacies

Exclusions: Additional foods and drinks (Avaible for purchase), Ferry fee to Miyajima (360yen ($3) round-trip)

Reviewed By Cornelius L

I had an excellent time with Kiki on the Hiroshima bar hopping tour! We started off with some Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki (much better than Osaka-style) before visiting some cool local places that I never would have found by myself. Kiki is very friendly and talkative and she made sure that I enjoyed every moment of the tour. As an example, Kiki originally planned for us to visit a gin bar for our 3rd stop but once she found out I didn't like gin she immediately made other plans and took me to a fantastic cocktail bar. I would highly recommend doing this tour with Magical Trip if you have a chance to visit Hiroshima!! I hope you're lucky enough to have Kiki as your tour guide! I promise you'll have a great time!!

3. One-Day Miyajima, Peace Memorial Park & Hiroshima Castle Tour

Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit, 1 Matsubaracho, Higashi Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0822, Japan Hiroshima Local Tours
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You visit the most famous sightseeing places (Miyajima, Hiroshima Castle & Peace Memorial Park) with our licensed conductor. Please choose your favorite from 4 packages (A, B, C & D): A (Guide Only Package): English guide + WiFi router + commemorative photos. Other cost for you and guide are excluded. B (Value Package): A + Transportation + admission (Itsukushima Shrine & Peace Museum) + special indemnification against accidents (JPY 30,000,000/person equivalent to US$270,000/person at @110/$) + digest movie (available after the tour) C (Fun Package): B + Cultural experiences (Omikuji (fortune telling paper strip) at shrine + Incense Stick & Candle Services at temple + Local Sweets for a break) D (Taxi package): C + Taxi rides (Station ~ Hiroshima Castle ~ Peace Park) to eliminate your walks (total 20 min.). Good for elderly and kids. No additional payment except for your own lunch is required in Package B or higher. We are a travel company licensed by Hiroshima Governor.

Inclusions: A: Guide Only Package = English guide + WiFi Router + Commemorative Photos, B: Value Package = A + Transportation + Admission + Safety Enhancement + Digest Movie, C: Fun Package = B + Cultural Experiences (Omikuji + Candle & Incense Stick Services + Local Sweets), D: Taxi Package = C + Taxi Rides (Station ~ Hiroshima Castle ~ Peace Memorial Park)

Exclusions: Lunch and personal purchases

Reviewed By μπαμπης π

We had a tour in Miyajima island and at Peace memorial park with mr Kaz. We had a great experience with him.He is so organized and he gave us a lot of informations about the city.This is a highly recommended tour!!!

4. Hiroshima in a Nutshell: Morning Bike Adventure

1-chōme-4-25 Kamiyachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0031, Japan Cycle Hiroshima
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Explore one of the world's most iconic cities on two wheels with a small group of travellers and a knowledgable English speaking guide. Pedalling the streets and riverside paths of Hiroshima on top quality 'Trek' bikes, we will take in Hiroshima's infamous past at the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Dome, as well as discovering the Hiroshima of today, a relaxed and forward looking city full of great people, great food and a great cycling infrastructure!

Inclusions: English-Speaking Guide, High Quality Bike and Helmet Rental, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By Victoria S

My husband and I love using food tours to explore a new city. This one was exceptional! It was wonderful to explore the local food scene and learn about the city's history and culture. We highly recommend this tour to others visiting Hiroshima!

5. Hiroshima Cycling Peace Tour with Local Guide

Hiroshima Peace Park Rest House, 1-番1号 Nakajimachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, Japan Sokoiko! Cycling Tours
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【Outline】 This is a cycling guided tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and hear the story of the reconstruction of the bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. The tour is led by a friendly team from Hiroshima. 【Highlights】 ・Learn about local feelings towards the Peace Park from about 70 years ago. ・The area within a 2.5km radius from the hypocenter was severely damaged. We are heading to multiple bombed heritage sites that still remain. ・You will ride a comfortable electric bicycle to the local area, which is not only known for the Hiroshima Peace Museum. ・We will take you to unique places well-known by the local Japanese team. ・We will ride along the beautiful riverside and in the park to get an idea of the destruction of Hiroshima at that time and how it has changed into what it is now.

Inclusions: Rental bicycles, English-speaking guide, Insurance fee for bikes

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Reviewed By dubiduba2

Perfect opportunity to touch and learn the local lifestyle of Etajima island. We biked through narrow and backstreets where we can witness local people doing vegetable harvesting, catching oysters, and of course, to watch the beautiful view of ocean from the mountain - secret viewing spot! Electric assisted bicycle actually made the whole trip very easy. We went up on the mountain, but it was so easy with the e-assist function. No muscle sore. There is a unique history, food, lifestyle, agriculture, culture, and most importantly friendly people. Needless to say, the guiding skill was outstanding. Lots of fun and information! Highly recommended to see a different and real Hiroshima.

6. Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

Japan Guide Agency
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This value-packed trip with a nationally/state licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hiroshima! To start your day, meet your tour guide at your hotel, then visit famous sites such as Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Shukkeien Japanese garden, and Hiroshima Castle. Our guides will customize your six-hour private tour in detail according to your interests. So if you are interested in learning about one of the most important events in human history, in addition to learning about other aspects of this dynamic city, take an all-day walking tour of Hiroshima accompanied by your private guide. Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: Nationally and State Licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Licensed Local Guide, Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off

Exclusions: Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), Entrance fee (for yourself), Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Other personal expenses, Private transportation

Reviewed By Cwshaman

The flexibility to chose locations that suited our wants and abilities was great. Hiro San was very quick to put together an itinerary that accommodated a family with a stroller-baby (no monkey park due to long unpacked walking paths). Taking in the beautiful temples and view of the Kyoto from the west was breath taking and the guide was able to explain many things we as new Japanese learners could not read or know through cultural knowledge. Overall a great experience, a wonderful and lively guide, and some great memories.

7. 1-Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour (Round-trip from Kyoto)

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo, 17 Nishikujō Inmachi, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8412, Japan JTB Sunrise Tours
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Visit Hiroshima’s most important historic sites on this 12-hour tour from Kyoto. After taking the bullet train from Kyoto Station, enjoy a boat ride to Miyajima. Your informative guide will show you to a great viewing spot for the majestic Itsukushima Shrine. Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum to tour the profound exhibits, many of which include remnants from the 1945 atomic bombing of the city.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Public transportation fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Reviewed By mm0711

The tour was just like a live stream. You will get on a rickshaw and your friendly driver will show you around in Kyoto. After the ride, your guide will walk with you and take you to the beautiful bamboo forest and Tenruji Temple. You will also meet monkeys at the park in Iwatayama! The only thing I was disappointed about was I couldn't taste the Shojin Ryori or Buddhist vegetarian meal that our guide Mickey-san showed and explained. I should be on the real tour!

8. 1-Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour (Round-trip from Hiroshima)

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima, 1-5 Matsubarachō, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0822, Japan JTB Sunrise Tours
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Explore World Heritage sites in Hiroshima and Miyajima in one day! Miyajima is famous for its Itsukushima Jinja Shrine. Its red torii gate appears to be standing in the sea during high tide. Walk through the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, dedicated to promoting peace around the world.

Inclusions: English-speaking guide, Ferry ride to Miyajima Island, Transportation

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop off, Gratuities

Reviewed By mm0711

The tour was just like a live stream. You will get on a rickshaw and your friendly driver will show you around in Kyoto. After the ride, your guide will walk with you and take you to the beautiful bamboo forest and Tenruji Temple. You will also meet monkeys at the park in Iwatayama! The only thing I was disappointed about was I couldn't taste the Shojin Ryori or Buddhist vegetarian meal that our guide Mickey-san showed and explained. I should be on the real tour!

9. Private Full Day Hiroshima Tour

Japan Oriental Tours
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Visit the best parts of Hiroshima with a private car. You will be taken to the Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima, where you'll see the vermilion torii gate floating on the sea water. Walk along the traditional local food street where Okonomiyaki (fried pancake) is the local specialty. The tour will also go back to Hiroshima to visit the Peace Memorial Park. You will learn the history of Hiroshima, which survived the atomic bombing at the end of the World War II. Take a photos of the well-preserved Hiroshima Castle, then your tour will end at your hotel. Group Maximum: 4 travelers

Inclusions: Hotel pickup/drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions, Private driver/guide

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10. Private Day Tour of Kintaikyo Bridge and Itsukushima Shrine with a Local Guide from Hiroshima

Beauty of Japan

If you are staying in Hiroshima, take this great opportunity to visit some amazing places such as the famous Kintaikyo Bridge and Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima Island. Learn the history and local lifestyle from your knowledgeable and friendly local guide! Kintaikyo Bridge, one of the most unique bridges in Japan with a long history and the Itsukushima Shrine, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, is known for the red gate called "Torii" in the ocean.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Transportation fee, Hotel pick-up

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off, Food and drinks, Admission fee not specified in the Inclusion, Miyajima Ropeway fee

Reviewed By Glenn B

We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour

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