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Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
A private walking day with a government-licensed English-speaking guide from Japan Guide Agency, built from 3 to 4 sites such as the Peace Park, Shukkeien, Hiroshima Castle and Miyajima.
US$200 each · US$400 for two · Pickup on foot at listed Hiroshima city hotels; not the pier
Fits a 9-hour call instead: Private Hiroshima Peace Memorial & City Tour with Local Guide · US$113 each · US$226 for two →
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Most listings let you reserve now and pay later, and cancel free up to 24 hours before. Your ship's berth or time can change; a reservation costs nothing to hold.
You make your own way to the meeting point
- Private, so the pace and the choice of sites are yours; the guide travels with you on trams and the ferry.
- The listing says it is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.
- 1,572 reviews average 4.9, and it was open on 21 of the 22 Hiroshima ship days we checked.
A couple or small family on a long call who want a guide to steer them through the Peace Park and Miyajima at their own speed.
Pickup is on foot at listed city hotels, not at the cruise pier, so ask the operator before booking whether they will meet you at Ujina. Transport, ferry, entrance fees, lunch and the Miyajima visitor tax are extra; the record says the 24-hour ferry and streetcar pass is 900 yen. The day runs 8 hours.
The day, stop by stop
- Hiroshima · seen in passingPlease note that the duration of this tour has been changed from 7 hours to 8 hours, effective November 6th, 2024. If your reservation was made before November 6th, 2024, your tour will still be 7 hours and you will be charged for the 7 hour tour only.
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum · 1 hr 30 minHiroshima's Peace Memorial Park (平和記念公園, Heiwa Kinen Kōen) is one of the most prominent features of the city. Even visitors not looking for it will likely stumble upon the large park of over 120,000 square meters. Its trees, lawns, and walking paths are in stark contrast to the surrounding downtown area.
- Hiroshima Castle · 1 hr 30 minHiroshima Castle (広島城, Hiroshimajō), also called the Carp Castle, is a notable example of a castle built on a plain in the center of a city. Its grounds are surrounded by a moat, and the castle precincts include a shrine, historic ruins, and reconstructed Ninomaru (second bailey) buildings.
- Shukkeien · 1 hr 30 minShukkeien is a Japanese garden in Hiroshima, designated as one of Japan’s Top 100 Historical Parks and a National Scenic Spot. This article introduces the highlights of the garden, access information, and other tips to enjoy it.
- Miyajima · 1 hrMiyajima is one of Japan’s most scenic destinations, famous for the iconic floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine. Walk through charming streets, meet the island’s friendly deer, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this historic island.
- Itsukushima Shrine · 1 hrMiyajima (宮島) is a small island less than an hour outside the city of Hiroshima. It is most famous for its giant torii gate, which at high tide seems to float on the water. The sight is ranked as one of Japan's three best views.
- 1 hr 30 minTenshinkaku(天心閣) is a Japanese old house looked single-story house cafe in Miyajima which is located on a hill. You can enjoy beautiful view of Toyokuni shrine, five-story pagoda and Seto island sea at once.
- Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'Itinerary' list
- Meet up with guide in Hiroshima on foot
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Optional: Transportation fees, Ferry, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Miyajima Visitor tax of (Cash only)
- Private Vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Guide languages: English, Japanese. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by Japan Guide Agency.
What you will see
Our own guides to the stops — so you know what you are booking before you book it.
~4h with tramPeace Memorial Museum & Dome
The reason your ship stops here.
Our guide to it →
~6h door to doorMiyajima & Itsukushima shrine
The vermilion gate in the sea, deer on the sand, oyster smoke in the lanes.
Our guide to it →
~3.5hShukkei-en garden
A 1620 landscape garden that survived 1945 and replanted itself — the gingko by the pond predates the bomb.
Our guide to it →Check dates and book
Booked through Viator (a Tripadvisor company). There is rarely a tour desk at the pier, so book before you sail.
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Before you book
Is the Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide worth it from the Hiroshima cruise port?
A private walking day with a government-licensed English-speaking guide from Japan Guide Agency, built from 3 to 4 sites such as the Peace Park, Shukkeien, Hiroshima Castle and Miyajima. Best for: A couple or small family on a long call who want a guide to steer them through the Peace Park and Miyajima at their own speed.
How long a port call do I need for this tour?
About 11 hours. The tour runs 8 hr; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free. 8 hours from a city hotel, plus getting there from Ujina and back and the margin before all-aboard: about 11 hours in port.
Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?
The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What should I know before booking?
Pickup is on foot at listed city hotels, not at the cruise pier, so ask the operator before booking whether they will meet you at Ujina. Transport, ferry, entrance fees, lunch and the Miyajima visitor tax are extra; the record says the 24-hour ferry and streetcar pass is 900 yen. The day runs 8 hours.
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