Hiroshima: History of Hiroshima Private Walking Tour

Delve into the history of Hiroshima on a guided walking tour with a local history expert. Gain insight into the city's past as you visit the Peace Memorial Museum, Peace Memorial Park, and the Atomic Bomb Dome.
Meet your guide and set out on your tour of Hiroshima to learn about the tragic bombing that made history, beginning with a visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.

Follow your guide as you delve into the details of that fateful day in August 1945 and learn about the bombing that forever altered the lives of the survivors. See what the city looked like before the bombing and discover the devastation it caused.

The museum's permanent exhibition also includes an in-depth look at the dangers of nuclear weapons and the personal stories of the victims and survivors.

Next, head outdoors to explore the Peace Memorial Park, a space dedicated to the direct and indirect victims of the nuclear attack. Hear the stories behind landmarks, statues, and squares and uncover important symbols hidden in plain sight.

Finally, visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, the only structure that survived the blast. Today, the ruin stands as a memorial to those killed in the bombing.

Leave your tour with a deeper understanding of the events of August 6, 1945, how the bombing affected Hiroshima, and its impact on present-day life in the city.

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.

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.