Guided Tours

Guided Bus Tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima with Lunch

Go on a guided bus tour of the A-Bomb Dome of Hiroshima and Miyajima Island's enchanting shrine, and indulge in a traditional Okonomiyaki lunch.

Highlights

Dive into Hiroshima's resilient history and gain insights into the city's remarkable transformation on a 1-day guided bus tour.
Explore Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, and witness the poignant A-Bomb Dome, a memorial in the ruins of a building damaged by the atomic blast.
Treat your taste buds to Okonomiyaki, delectable Japanese pancakes made with pork, cabbage, bean sprouts, and noodles.
Embark on a ferry voyage to Miyajima Island, admire the UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine and the oldest-of-its-kind 5-tiered Goju no to Pagoda.
Fun fact: The oleander flower, being the first to bloom after the 1945 atomic blast, is now Hiroshima's official flower.

Inclusions

1-day bus tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima
English-speaking guide
Air-conditioned bus
Entry to the Itsukushima shrine
Entry to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki lunch
Miyajima Island ferry return ticket

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 8 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your Experience

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

A 1-day bus tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima will take you through the haunting past and resilient present and future of the region. Discover the significant landmarks and picnic gems scattered across the prefectures.

Your day will begin with a visit to the poignant Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a tribute to the victims of the devastating atomic bombing of 1945. Stand in awe of the A-Bomb Dome, a haunting memorial rising from the ruins of a once-damaged building that serves as an enduring symbol of hope and peace.

Delicious Lunch and Miyajima Island Visit

It's time to savor the flavors of Hiroshima! You'll dine on the delectable Hiroshima Okonomiyaki, a savory Japanese pancake bursting with the rich flavors of pork, cabbage, bean sprouts, and noodles.

Next, venture on a ferry trip across the serene waters of Hiroshima Bay, bound for the mystical Miyajima Island. This island is home to the enchanting Itsukushima Shinto Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you approach, the sight of the shrine's iconic red gate seemingly floating on the water is nothing short of magical. Marvel at the Toyokuni Shrine which is decorated with many artworks, prominently with horses, and see the beam that holds up the roof as this structure doesn't have a ceiling. Right next to the shrine is the eye-catching red pagoda, the Goju no to. This 5-storied Pagoda is the oldest pagoda of this type in Japan and one of the oldest surviving wooden towers in the world.

Itinerary

9:45am: Meet your guide at the Shinkansen ticket gate at Hiroshima station
10am: Move to bus location
10:15am: Depart from Hiroshima station
10:30am: Atomic bomb dome & Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (30 minutes)
11am: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum (1 hour)
12:30pm: Lunch time (Okonomiyaki Japanese Pancake/ 45 minutes)
2pm: Arrive at Miyajimaguchi Pier
2:10pm: Miyajimaguchi Pier to Miyajima Pier (Ferry with 'Great Torii Ferry Route')
2:20pm: Travel at Itsukushima Shrine, Great Torii, Goju no to Pagoda and Toyokuni Shrine (60 minutes)
3:20pm: Free time at Omote Sando Shopping Street (1 hour)
4:40pm: Miyajima Pier to Miyajimaguchi Pier
5:40pm: Arrive at Hiroshima station

Know Before You Go

Important Information

This tour is for international travelers only.
Please inform the activity provider if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions when you book.

Restrictions

Note that the following is not allowed during this experience: outside food and drinks.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Shinkansen ticket gate, 2nd Floor, Hiroshima Station South Gate.
Address: 2-37 Matsubaracho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, Japan.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Hiroshima Sta. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.
Board buses 21-1, 21-2, or 25 to get you there.

By Train

The closest train station is HIROSHIMA STATION. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.
Board trains Geibi Line, San-yo Line, and more to get you there.