Viberest
Tours

Half Day in Sacred Island, Miyajima

Hiroshima, Japanby Miyu

  • 4 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

Viberest eSIM

Stay connected in Japan

No roaming fees · installs in minutes

Get Japan eSIM See all Japan plans

Overview

This tour involves spending half a day on the beautiful island of Miyajima. You can enjoy the majestic Itsukushima Shrine and Otorii (Grand Gate) floating on the sea, as well as the unique Daisho-in Temple. You can enjoy delicious grilled oysters, lemonade, and momiji manju on the shopping street. Wild deer will greet you on the streets. A day spent on the beautiful island of Miyajima will surely become an unforgettable part of your time in Hiroshima.

What's included

  • guide fee
  • Map of Miyajima
  • public transportation during the tour
  • entrance fee to Itsukushima Shrine
  • entrance fee to Hokoku Shrine

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Itsukushima Shrine Torii

    30 min

    Itsukushima Shrine, the sea in front of it, and the ancient forest of Mt. Misen were registered as a World Heritage site. At high tide, the Otorii gate and shrine float in the sea. At low tide, you can feel the magnificence of the Otorii from up close.

  2. 2

    Stop 2

    40 min

    The oldest temple on Miyajima Island. Majestic architecture and unique experiences await you.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    10 min

    Let’s take a look at the large, unfinished shrine that has been under construction for over 400 years, and the uniquely shaped pine tree.

  4. 4

    Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street

    30 min

    Let’s enjoy momiji manju, a traditional Japanese sweet, oysters, of which Hiroshima is the top producer in Japan, and refreshing lemon juice.

Meeting and pickup

The guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

The guide will be waiting for you at the Shinkansen ticket gate with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

End point

The guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

The guide will be waiting for you at the Shinkansen ticket gate with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Show all 7
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Viberest eSIM

Stay online in Japan — from the moment you land in Hiroshima

  • Maps, translation & messaging — no roaming fees
  • Install by QR in minutes, keep your own number
  • Delivered to your email right after checkout

More things to do in Hiroshima

View all

Bookings are made with our partner Viator. Viberest may earn a commission when you book through these links, at no extra cost to you.

from $284per person

Date & travelers on Viator

Book now