15 Best Half-Day Tours in Hiroshima

Hiroshima Station is on the Sanyo shinkansen, so plenty of people stop off for half a day between Osaka and Fukuoka. A three or four hour tour, on foot or by bike, covers the Peace Park properly, and the station has coin lockers for your bags.

1.Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour With Licensed Guide

Discover the hidden gems of Hiroshima City on a private 4hr walking tour. Uncover its rich history and culture with a licensed guide. Book your adventure now!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Sei (our Guide) met us at the Cruise Port and took us on public transport to the Hiroshima Peace Park. He helped us with buying tickets for the tram. Sei explained really well about each of the monuments and also about living in Japan. We…”

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2.Hiroshima Cycling Peace Tour With Local Guide

Embark on a transformative journey through Hiroshima's poignant history, cycling alongside a knowledgeable local guide. Explore the city's scars and triumphs in this unforgettable Cycling Peace Tour.

★ 5.0

“A really amazing experience presented by Shin! This tour was really amazing as we got to hit all the major memorials in the peace park and learn the significance and stories of the memorials, and our tour guide was specifically very special since his grandparents…”

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3.Hiroshima Cycling Peace Tour With Local Guide (Long Course)

Embark on a transformative journey through Hiroshima's history and resilience. Join our cycling peace tour and immerse yourself in the city's powerful message of hope and unity.

★ 5.0

“The tour gave insight into the history of Hiroshima and how lives changed on that fateful day- Shin our guide was very informative and shared with us how it shaped his life”

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4.Hiroshima Peace Cycling Tour with Local Guide (2h Course)

Cycle Hiroshima’s Peace Park with a local guide, visit surviving bombed sites, and hear personal stories on this thoughtful two-hour e-bike tour.

★ 4.9

“We were very happy with our biking tour! We were lucky enough to have a private tour, and our guide Kana was amazing - so knowledgeable, passionate, and fun. She made the tour really interesting and memorable. It was great to be shown places we…”

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5.Hiroshima Custom 4-Hour Private Tour with Local Guide

Explore Hiroshima with a private local guide, from Peace Memorial Park and Shukkeien Garden to neighborhood shops and okonomiyaki.

★ 4.8

“We had a great visit to Hiroshima with Kaku. He took the time immediately to learn all of our names including the younger members of the group expressing sincere interest in our lives. He brought us to all the points of interest in Hiroshima we…”

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6.Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour in Hiroshima City

Uncover hidden gems in Hiroshima City with a Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour, where tales of resilience and history await at every turn.

“It’s amazing to explore Hiroshima with someone willing to share their personal family experience with you. Our guide was very thoughtful and considerate. We learned a lot and had a nice time.”

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7.4 Hour Private Hiroshima City Walking Tour

Lingering within Hiroshima's hallowed grounds, uncover the resilience of a city reborn, as a private walking tour reveals the poignant past and serene landscapes of this captivating destination.

★ 4.5

“our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, we learned so much. She took us to a beautiful garden at the conclusion, then made sure we had a great place to land for dinner.”

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8.4 Hour Private Tour Highlight of Hiroshima With Licensed Guide

Start an exclusive 4-hour journey through Hiroshima's hidden gems with a licensed guide, uncovering the city's secrets and stories.

★ 5.0

“It was a wonderful experience specially for the kids. The guide was thoughtful and knowledgeable and kind specially with the kids. It was a great way for the kids to learn more about world war 2 history and the history of Japan.”

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9.Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Museum 3hours

Soar through the poignant past of Hiroshima and uncover the profound lessons of the Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Museum's captivating 3-hour tour.

★ 5.0

“Our guide Friend was very kind but very reserved. We would have liked more information about the history and events in general. It took us to the different sites but unfortunately we didn’t feel like we learned much more than we saw at the museum.…”

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11.The Peace Memorial and Beyond: A Half-Day around Hiroshima

Discover Hiroshima's history and beauty on a 4-hour guided tour covering Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, and Shukkeien Garden—expertly led by knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.9

“A very well paced and thought provoking tour. Ken was attentive and knowledgeable and we all enjoyed the various sites with his added insights.”

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12.Experience the Spirit and Peace of Hiroshima Half-Day Walking Tour

Walk Hiroshima from Shukkeien Garden to the Peace Memorial Park with an English-speaking guide, taking in the castle, shotengai streets and Atomic Bomb Dome.

★ 5.0

“We want to thank Kensuke for an amazing day on the Hiroshima tour. His knowledge and warmth made our 1/2 day walking tour of Hiroshima a pleasure. He was kind and thoughtful to our varied age group and family dynamics. The tour of the gardens…”

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13.Half-Day Hiroshima Highlights Tour

Offering a captivating blend of history, culture, and resilience, the Half-Day Hiroshima Highlights Tour invites you to uncover the city's iconic landmarks and profound stories.

★ 5.0

“Isabella was such a wonderful cheerful guide, she gave us plenty of time for pictures and gave us a lot of interesting information. She also gave great Okonomiyaki suggestions Thoroughly enjoyed the tour, the only thing that could be impRead more”

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14.5 Hours Hiroshima Highlights Tour With Professional Guide

Immerse yourself in Hiroshima's poignant history as you explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, guided by an expert who sheds light on the city's complex past.

★ 5.0

“Amazing guide Gordon catered to our needs perfectly. He was fun, friendly, informative with great local knowledge and interesting facts. With english as his first language it made it really easy for us to learn more in short time. The Peace parRead more”

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