Hiroshima Trip Overview
Hiroshima is commonly known for Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum & Atomic Bomb Dome but do you know what else is in the city?
This is a perfect tour for those without a plan. We will spend one full day going around Hiroshima city, by foot and streetcars!
Starting from Hiroshima station, visit a Japanese garden full of greenery, enjoy Japanese art at a museum, and climb Hiroshima castle’s tower. You will also visit venues showing the importance of peace and life, and try Hiroshima’s soul food, Okonomiyaki!
We will end the tour at a local secret top floor hotel bar by the cape. Also, enjoy nature along the ocean on the way.
A great one day trip to enjoy both the city and the ocean!
Additional Info
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Starts: Hiroshima, Japan
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Japan
Hiroshima is commonly known for Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum & Atomic Bomb Dome but do you know what else is in the city?
This is a perfect tour for those without a plan. We will spend one full day going around Hiroshima city, by foot and streetcars!
Starting from Hiroshima station, visit a Japanese garden full of greenery, enjoy Japanese art at a museum, and climb Hiroshima castle’s tower. You will also visit venues showing the importance of peace and life, and try Hiroshima’s soul food, Okonomiyaki!
We will end the tour at a local secret top floor hotel bar by the cape. Also, enjoy nature along the ocean on the way.
A great one day trip to enjoy both the city and the ocean!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Shukkei-en Garden, 2-11 Kaminobori-cho, Hiroshima Hiroshima Prefecture
A large Japanese garden located near Hiroshima station. You can feed the colorful kois (carps), and take photos with the beautiful greenery and water in the background. There is no rush, enjoy walking around the garden.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum, 2-22 Kaminobori-Cho, Naka-Ku, Hiroshima 730-0014 Hiroshima Prefecture
A museum next to Shukkeien. After you have enjoyed the art of nature, it is time to enjoy artwork. They have arts with Japanese-style themes which vary depending on the exhibitions.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hiroshima Castle, 21-1 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0011 Hiroshima Prefecture
The castles within Hiroshima city were destroyed by the atomic bomb and were rebuilt.
You can see how the castle used to look like before, and also climb the tower. They also have displays showing Bushi culture.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, 1-2 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0811 Hiroshima Prefecture
The symbolic location of the atomic bomb, also known as Atomic Bomb Dome. The atomic bomb exploded almost directly overhead of this building leaving the city in disaster, and the memorial stands here as a reminder of this sad incident. It is a popular site for visitors.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, 1-2 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0811 Hiroshima Prefecture
A large museum with many documents and explanations that will educate you about war and atomic bombs. The easy to understand displays demonstrate the cruelty of war and the importance of peace.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Ujina Lighthouse, 24 Motoujinamachi, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, 734-0012, Japan
It will take about 20 min by train from Hiroshima city to Hiroshima Port. Let’s walk along the ocean of Ujina up to the cape at the tip of the island where you can look at the beautiful sea.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sky Lounge TOP OF HIROSHIMA, Japan, 〒734-0012 Hiroshima, Minami Ward, Motoujinamachi, 23−１, Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima, 23F
A bar located at the top floor of the Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima where you can look over Hiroshima city. This venue is not known as a sightseeing spot and only a select number of people know about and come to see the gorgeous view. Reflect on your day roaming around Hiroshima.
Duration: 40 minutes
