1-Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour
ID: GYG883582-1388933
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Country: Japan
Country: Japan
Duration: 08:30 hours
Description
Visit the Shukkei-en Garden, Hiroshima Castle, & the Atomic Bomb Dome. Take a ferry to Miyajima & visit the Omotesando Shopping Street, Senjokaku Pavilion, Itsukushima Shrine, & Daisho-in Temple.
Meet your guide at Hiroshima Station and head to the Shukkei-en Garden. Admire the tea houses, bridges, and hills, while stopping at the best photo spots. Learn about the construction of Shukkei-en during the Edo period, its concept as a “miniaturized landscape,” and its different restorations in the past 400 years.
Walk to the Hiroshima Castle Ruins and learn about the main locations within the ruins and their history, purpose, and significance. Visit the Castle Tower, Ninomaru enclosure, and Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine.
Continue to the Atomic Bomb Dome located within the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Learn about the historical context of World War II and the events leading up to the bombing.
Stop at the Children’s Peace Monument and learn about the story of Sadako Sasaki and the other children who perished as a result of the Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima. Next, visit the Cenotaph for the Victims of the Atomic Bomb, in which lies a registry of the names of all of those who perished as a consequence of the bombing.
Stand in front of this monument and observe the “Flame of Peace,” and Atomic Bomb Dome in perfect alignment. Reflect on the impact of such a tragic event.
Visit the Peace Memorial Museum and observe the personal belongings left behind by the victims of the atomic bombing. The exhibits will walk you through the events of August 6th, the many hardships and trauma that followed in the years after, and the ultimate reconstruction of the city.
Next, your guide will take you to the pier located near the museum where you will board the ferry to Miyajima. This ferry ride is about 45 minutes long and your guide will indicate relevant spots along the way.
After arriving at the Miyajima pier, walk to the first destination, Omotesando Shopping Street. This street is a perfect place to grab lunch, eat tasty snacks, or purchase souvenirs. Enjoy around two hours of free time before the guided tour in Miyajima.
Visit the Senjokaku Pavilion, a shrine whose construction was never completed and still remains unfinished to this day. Learn about the history and different elements found within the shrine. Relax and take in the beautiful scenery of the island.
Next, make your way to Itsukushima Shrine. Learn about Shintoism (Japan’s indigenous religion) and the history of the shrine. As you make your way through the temple, observe the different worship halls, the unique architecture of the “floating shrine,” and the iconic O-torii gate located in the Seto Inland Sea.
Walk to the Daisho-in temple, a prestigious Shingon Buddhist temple including Daishi Hall, with its 88 statues representing the Shikoku Pilgrimage of 88 temples. The room is lit by golden lanterns which hang from the ceiling, creating a stunning and unique scenery.
Once you arrive back at the pier, your guide will accompany you on the ferry back to the mainland and one last train ride, with the tour ending at Hiroshima Station.
Meet your guide at Hiroshima Station and head to the Shukkei-en Garden. Admire the tea houses, bridges, and hills, while stopping at the best photo spots. Learn about the construction of Shukkei-en during the Edo period, its concept as a “miniaturized landscape,” and its different restorations in the past 400 years.
Walk to the Hiroshima Castle Ruins and learn about the main locations within the ruins and their history, purpose, and significance. Visit the Castle Tower, Ninomaru enclosure, and Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine.
Continue to the Atomic Bomb Dome located within the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Learn about the historical context of World War II and the events leading up to the bombing.
Stop at the Children’s Peace Monument and learn about the story of Sadako Sasaki and the other children who perished as a result of the Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima. Next, visit the Cenotaph for the Victims of the Atomic Bomb, in which lies a registry of the names of all of those who perished as a consequence of the bombing.
Stand in front of this monument and observe the “Flame of Peace,” and Atomic Bomb Dome in perfect alignment. Reflect on the impact of such a tragic event.
Visit the Peace Memorial Museum and observe the personal belongings left behind by the victims of the atomic bombing. The exhibits will walk you through the events of August 6th, the many hardships and trauma that followed in the years after, and the ultimate reconstruction of the city.
Next, your guide will take you to the pier located near the museum where you will board the ferry to Miyajima. This ferry ride is about 45 minutes long and your guide will indicate relevant spots along the way.
After arriving at the Miyajima pier, walk to the first destination, Omotesando Shopping Street. This street is a perfect place to grab lunch, eat tasty snacks, or purchase souvenirs. Enjoy around two hours of free time before the guided tour in Miyajima.
Visit the Senjokaku Pavilion, a shrine whose construction was never completed and still remains unfinished to this day. Learn about the history and different elements found within the shrine. Relax and take in the beautiful scenery of the island.
Next, make your way to Itsukushima Shrine. Learn about Shintoism (Japan’s indigenous religion) and the history of the shrine. As you make your way through the temple, observe the different worship halls, the unique architecture of the “floating shrine,” and the iconic O-torii gate located in the Seto Inland Sea.
Walk to the Daisho-in temple, a prestigious Shingon Buddhist temple including Daishi Hall, with its 88 statues representing the Shikoku Pilgrimage of 88 temples. The room is lit by golden lanterns which hang from the ceiling, creating a stunning and unique scenery.
Once you arrive back at the pier, your guide will accompany you on the ferry back to the mainland and one last train ride, with the tour ending at Hiroshima Station.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the history of Hiroshima and Miyajima Island
- Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome
- Learn about the history of the city and the events of World War II
- Explore the Senjokaku Pavilion and the Daisho-in Temple on Miyajima Island
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Itsukushima Shrine and the O-torii gate
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a significant amount of walking.
Be prepared for weather changes by bringing a hat and sunscreen.
Drinking water is recommended to stay hydrated.
Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time.
Coin lockers are available at Hiroshima Station for storage of personal belongings.
The meetup point is under the Tourist Information sign outside of the Shinkansen gates. If you are arriving via Shinkansen, the sign will be located directly to your left as you exit the gates. If you are arriving via a JR line, please look for signs directing you towards the Shinkansen gates. For those coming from outside the station via bus, find an Underground Passage and then followthe signs directing you to Hiroshima Station. At Hiroshima Station, follow the signs directing you to the Shinkansen gates. For those coming from outside the station via Streetcar, Hiroshima Station will be right next to you. Follow the signs directing you to the Shinkansen gates. Lastly, if you wish to arrive via taxi, please ask the driver to drop you off at the Shinkansen Entrance (also known as North Entrance). After arriving, please look for signs directing you to the Shinkansen gates. When you arrive, be sure to look for the guide holding a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour sign.
Be prepared for weather changes by bringing a hat and sunscreen.
Drinking water is recommended to stay hydrated.
Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time.
Coin lockers are available at Hiroshima Station for storage of personal belongings.
The meetup point is under the Tourist Information sign outside of the Shinkansen gates. If you are arriving via Shinkansen, the sign will be located directly to your left as you exit the gates. If you are arriving via a JR line, please look for signs directing you towards the Shinkansen gates. For those coming from outside the station via bus, find an Underground Passage and then followthe signs directing you to Hiroshima Station. At Hiroshima Station, follow the signs directing you to the Shinkansen gates. For those coming from outside the station via Streetcar, Hiroshima Station will be right next to you. Follow the signs directing you to the Shinkansen gates. Lastly, if you wish to arrive via taxi, please ask the driver to drop you off at the Shinkansen Entrance (also known as North Entrance). After arriving, please look for signs directing you to the Shinkansen gates. When you arrive, be sure to look for the guide holding a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour sign.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.