The 15 best things to do in Hiroshima (2026)

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   1. Hiroshima Peace (Heiwa) Walking Tour at World Heritage Sites

   Outty Ranking96

   Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticit. Peak Performance at 96/100, 5.0/5 from 1,023 traveler reviews, 5h from $88, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour

   Outty Ranking96

   Experience the essence of Hiroshima on this exclusive day tour with friendly English speaking tour guide! Departing from Hiroshima Station, this guided bus tour takes you through the city's most iconic landmarks, startin. Peak Performance at 96/100, 5.0/5 from 8,870 traveler reviews, 8h from $126, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   3. Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

   Outty Ranking94

   Hiroshima is home to the historically significant and moving Peace Memorial and Museum. In the city stands Hiroshima Castle, nicknamed the ‘carp castle’ because of the glistening carp fish residing in the moats. The Shuk. 90+ Club at 94/100, 5.0/5 from 543 traveler reviews, 4h from $116, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   4. Hiroshima 2hr Peace Cycling Tour with Local Guide

   Outty Ranking92

   This is a cycling guided tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and hear the story of the reconstruction of the bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. The tour. 90+ Club at 92/100, 5.0/5 from 393 traveler reviews, 2h from $58, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   5. Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide

   Outty Ranking92

   This value-packed trip with a licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore both Hiroshima and Miyajima! To start your day, meet your tour guide at your hotel, then vis. 90+ Club at 92/100, 4.9/5 from 1,543 traveler reviews, 8h from $199, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   6. Hiroshima and Miyajima Day Trip with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry

   Outty Ranking92

   Discover the heart of Hiroshima in one enriching day with this guided tour. Starting from Hiroshima, take a ferry to Miyajima Island to visit Itsukushima Shrine and enjoy its iconic floating torii, charming streets, lo. 90+ Club at 92/100, 4.9/5 from 722 traveler reviews, 8h from $45, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   7. Hiroshima Peace & History Tour: Why the Atomic Bomb Was Dropped

   Outty Ranking91

   Explore the complex history behind one of the most significant events of the 20th century on this thoughtful walking tour of Hiroshima. Led by an experienced local guide, this tour examines the historical, political, an. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.9/5 from 580 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $35, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   8. Hiroshima Local guided Hiking Tour&Open-air Tea Ceremony

   Outty Ranking90

   A hikinig tour through the crisp morning air of Mt. Futaba, a forest of sacred trees rich in nature. Enjoy the Nodate, open-air tea ceremony performed by a local tour guide on the mountaintops overlooking Hiroshima City. Exceptional at 90/100, 5.0/5 from 245 traveler reviews, 3h from $106, free cancellation.

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   9. Miyajima Half-day Trip Historical Walking Tour

   Outty Ranking89

   Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticit. Exceptional at 89/100, 4.9/5 from 361 traveler reviews, 5.5h from $104, free cancellation.

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    10. Japanese Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU

    Outty Ranking89

    Kyudo is a Japanese martial art based on shooting an arrow from a Japanese bow to a target to reach a complete focus of mind and body. The main difference of kyudo and western archery is that, in kyudo, every movement fo. Exceptional at 89/100, 4.9/5 from 473 traveler reviews, 1h from $46, free cancellation.

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    11. Hiroshima Izakaya Food and Drink Night Tour

    Outty Ranking89

    Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticit. Exceptional at 89/100, 4.9/5 from 337 traveler reviews, 3h from $87, free cancellation.

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    12. Hiroshima 3hr Peace Cycling Tour with Local Guide

    Outty Ranking88

    This is a guided cycling tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and learn about the reconstruction of Hiroshima's bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. This t. Exceptional at 88/100, 5.0/5 from 191 traveler reviews, 3h from $84, free cancellation.

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    13. Hiroshima in a Nutshell: Morning Bike Adventure

    Outty Ranking88

    Explore one of the world's most iconic cities on two wheels with a small group of travellers and a knowledgable English speaking guide. Pedalling the streets and riverside paths of Hiroshima on top quality 'Trek' bikes,. Exceptional at 88/100, 4.9/5 from 596 traveler reviews, 3h from ¥11,000, free cancellation.

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    14. Hiroshima & Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

    Outty Ranking88

    Explore Hiroshima's highlights and hidden gems with a professional local guide who is deeply knowledgeable and passionate about the area. Visit iconic landmarks like the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome. Exceptional at 88/100, 5.0/5 from 164 traveler reviews, 7h from $116, free cancellation.

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    15. Half day - Oku-yuki River Trekking!

    Outty Ranking87

    One hour out from world landmarks such as Miyajima and the Atomic Bomb Dome, there awaits a grand journey along Yuki’s gorgeous rivers. Come check out all of the wildlife in and around the Minochi River, Japan’s 2nd best. Exceptional at 87/100, 5.0/5 from 328 traveler reviews, 3h from $97, free cancellation.

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