Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights
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Is Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights worth booking?
Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights is a 8-hour experience in Hiroshima, Japan, from $14500 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $14500 per person
In this full-day tour, take part in Hiroshima’s famed Peace Tourism, while also having the opportunity to appreciate the nature and culture of Hiroshima. Led by one of our experienced tour guides, visit one of Hiroshima’
What you get
- English speaking guide
- Origami paper for paper cranes
- Entry fees at all tour locations
- Transportation between activities (public transport)
About this experience
In this full-day tour, take part in Hiroshima’s famed Peace Tourism, while also having the opportunity to appreciate the nature and culture of Hiroshima. Led by one of our experienced tour guides, visit one of Hiroshima’s hidden gems, Mitaki-dera, a beautiful Buddhist temple located in the mountains and away from the city center. Here, learn about Buddhism in Japan, as well as take in the amazing natural scenery of this breathtaking temple. After, continue to admire the beauty of this city by visiting the Shukkei-en Garden and learn about the main principles of Japanese gardens. Next, delve deeper into the history of Hiroshima by going to the Hiroshima Castle ruins and learning about the city’s origins as a castle town during the Sengoku Period. Additionally, take part in Hiroshima’s “Peace Tourism” by visiting the Peace Memorial Park and Peace Memorial Museum. Reflect upon the concept of peace while observing traces of the Atomic Bombing and the monuments built to honor the victims.
What's included
Included
- English speaking guide
- Origami paper for paper cranes
- Entry fees at all tour locations
- Transportation between activities (public transport)
Not included
- Lunch
- Accommodation
- Transportation to the meet-up point
What you'll see and do
After meeting with your tour guide you will make you way to the first destination. Once you arrive at Mitaki-dera, your guide will lead you on a walk around the temple grounds, where you will be able to gain a sense of calm and relaxation by listening to the sounds of nature and observing beautiful structures. The bright two-storied Pagoda by the entrance of the temple will immediately set the tone for the rest of this breathtaking stroll. As you walk along the stone paths, you will be greeted by hundreds of Jizō statues and magnificent trees. There is very little information provided in English or Japanese on the temple grounds, thus your guide will give you thorough explanation of Mitaki-dera’s history and the different Buddhist statues and structures within, making this a well-rounded experience.
180 minutes here
Once back at Hiroshima City. Your guide will direct you to get off at a stop near Hondori Shopping Street, where you will be able to find a wide range of shops and restaurants. Here you will get some free time to grab lunch and explore the goods this city has to offer. We will reconvene at a designated meeting spot and begin making our way to the next location, Shukkei-en Garden.
120 minutes here
Shukkeien
Within the garden, you will take a leisurely stroll around the main pond, admiring the tea houses, bridges, and hills, while stopping at the best photo spots. Your guide will also give a thorough explanation of Japanese gardens and their main design principles. As you walk, you will learn about the construction of Shukkei-en during the Edo period, its concept as a “miniaturized landscape,” and its different restorations in the past 400 years. Lastly, your guide will explain the role of the garden as an evacuation site during World War II, and what it symbolizes today to the people of Hiroshima. Your will also pay a brief visit to Hiroshima Castle ruins, Castle Tower and Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Our next stop will be the Atomic Bomb Dome located within the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. This building was inaugurated in 1915, with the purpose of exhibiting and selling products from Hiroshima Prefecture, and it was the only structure left standing near the explosion’s hypocenter. As you walk to this next location, your guide will provide historical context about World War II and the events leading up to the bombing. As you observe the ruins you will be asked to consider the purpose of their preservation and what message the Atomic Bomb Dome is aiming to convey. Your guide will then take you for a brief stroll around the park in order to visit and explain some of its most relevant monuments. As you walk, you will hear about Kenzō Tange, the architect who designed both the park and the museum, thereby gaining a better understanding of the layout of the park and the intention behind it.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hiroshima
The meetup point is under the Tourist Information sign just outside of the Shinkansen gates on the second floor of Hiroshima Station. Your tour guide will be holding a sign with our company name on it.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meetup point is under the Tourist Information sign just outside of the Shinkansen gates on the second floor of Hiroshima Station. Your tour guide will be holding a sign with our company name on it.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Guide was extremely...
Guide was extremely helpful and professional. The places visited were really interesting. Her recommendation for lunch was also great.
via Viator
Great full day tour - Hiroshima & Miyajima
Had a great full day around Hiroshima and Miyajima. The guide Isabella was super friendly and full of lots of interesting information. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a full day tour in Hiroshima
via Tripadvisor
Outstanding guide, Isabella, and tremendous tour, especially for the price.
This was a fantastic tour. Isabella was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, kind, and someone you would love to spend time with. Her communication in English was perfect and her Japanese language skill helped immensely. She took us to a shrine with the most beautiful grounds you could imagine. She changed the itinerary to meet our interests and needs, making the whole day magical. She gave us suggestions for other places to go that turned out to be great advice. And it was not some big impersonal group. We booked it and it was just the two of us with Isabella. Honestly, they should charge more, based on the quality of the guide and the tour!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour of many varied...
Great tour of many varied sights and locations with the guide, Isabella, being enthusiastic and well read on the history and culture. Would highly recommend.
Response from the operator: Dear Andrew, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the various locations in Hiroshima and excellent guidance by Isabella. We appreciate your strong recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more exciting adventures in the future! Snow Monkey Resorts
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $14500 to $22900
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hiroshima.
How much does Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights cost?
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Prices start at $14500 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hiroshima usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hiroshima is not rushed.
Is Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hiroshima, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hiroshima can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hiroshima and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hiroshima within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hiroshima?
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On Outty we rank every Hiroshima experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour, Hiroshima Peace (Heiwa) Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites, Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hiroshima?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hiroshima?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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