Hiroshima Peace Memorial, Castle and Garden Walking Tour

Join a guided walking tour through Hiroshima’s most iconic sites. Start at the Atomic Bomb Dome, a powerful UNESCO symbol of peace, before strolling through the Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Visit the hypocenter marker for a moving perspective on history. Next, experience the local side of Hiroshima at Hondori Shopping Street, a lively arcade filled with shops and eateries. Continue to Hiroshima Castle, originally built in the 16th century, and explore its grounds and exhibits on samurai culture. End your journey at Shukkeien Garden, a serene 17th-century Japanese garden with ponds and bridges offering a peaceful close to your Hiroshima exploration. Please note that Hiroshima Castle will be closed to the public from March 23, 2026, due to renovation work. From this date onward, tours will not enter the interior of the castle.

1. 1

   Atomic Bomb Dome

   15 min

   Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site and learn about Hiroshima’s history and recovery.

2. 2

   Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

   20 min

   Visit key monuments and reflect on the stories behind each memorial.

3. 3

   Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

   45 min

   Participants will explore the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum’s permanent exhibitions, where they can view authentic artifacts recovered after the atomic bombing, including personal belongings, photographs, and historical documents. Visitors will learn about the events of August 6, 1945, through detailed displays and powerful survivor testimonies that convey the human impact of the tragedy. Guests can walk through carefully curated galleries that explain Hiroshima’s history before and after the bombing, understand the scale of destruction, and discover how the city rebuilt itself into a global symbol of peace. The experience encourages reflection, education, and a deeper understanding of the importance of nuclear disarmament and peace. Important information Please note that the Peace Memorial Museum will be closed from February 16 to 21. During this period, the museum visit will be skipped, but the tour will continue as planned with visits to other locations.

4. 4

   Hypocenter monument

   5 min

   Stand at the exact location above which the atomic bomb detonated.

5. 5

   Hiroshima Castle

   40 min

   Discover the reconstructed 16th-century castle and samurai culture inside the museum. Please note that Hiroshima Castle will be closed to the public from March 23, 2026, due to renovation work. From this date onward, tours will not enter the interior of the castle. Instead, the tour will focus on walking around the castle grounds and surrounding area, where your guide will explain the history and significance of Hiroshima Castle from the outside.

6. 6

   Shukkeien

   30 min

   Walk through a calm traditional Japanese garden featuring ponds, bridges, and seasonal beauty.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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