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History of Hiroshima Free Tour
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Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Gates of Peace
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Join a thoughtfully designed small group walking tour through Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and gain deeper insight into the moving History of Hiroshima. Led by local guides from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, this experience combines historical perspective and meaningful storytelling. Explore the history beyond dates and monuments, connecting with the human stories and lasting legacy behind them.
Visit both famous landmarks and lesser-known memorials that together help tell the story of August 6, 1945. The tour includes stops such as the Mother and Baby in the Storm statue, a powerful dedication to motherly strength, and the Cenotaph, one of the most important memorials of Peace Park. Learn why water became such an important symbol throughout the park and how paper cranes became connected to Hiroshima’s message of peace. Explore the Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most powerful reminders of the destructive consequences of nuclear warfare.
Concluding at the Hypocenter, the stories, monuments, and impressions come together to provide a deeper understanding of Hiroshima’s history, resilience, and enduring commitment to peace.
Visit both famous landmarks and lesser-known memorials that together help tell the story of August 6, 1945. The tour includes stops such as the Mother and Baby in the Storm statue, a powerful dedication to motherly strength, and the Cenotaph, one of the most important memorials of Peace Park. Learn why water became such an important symbol throughout the park and how paper cranes became connected to Hiroshima’s message of peace. Explore the Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most powerful reminders of the destructive consequences of nuclear warfare.
Concluding at the Hypocenter, the stories, monuments, and impressions come together to provide a deeper understanding of Hiroshima’s history, resilience, and enduring commitment to peace.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 6 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Not allowed
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This activity includes:
- Prayer Fountain
- Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima
- Children's Peace Monument
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Flame of Peace
- Gates of Peace
- Korean Atomic Bomb Victims Cenotaph
- Mother and Baby in the Storm
- Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Hypocenter Monument
- Dr. Marcel Junod Memorial
- Norman Cousins Memorial Monument
- Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall
- Bell of Peace
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Rest House
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Guided Tour
- History of Hiroshima
- Visit to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park including Atomic Bomb Dome and other monuments
- Why the first atomic bomb was dropped which made the history in the world.
- Hiroshima recovery from the destruction
- Atomic Bomb Dome
Our Guides
On arrival
Meet your guide at the "Gates of Peace" in front of the Italian restaurant ‘Mario'. Please follow the pin location. https://maps.app.goo.gl/r3MMnhiNhn6Q7Wqe6
Things to note
Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. In the event of rain, we kindly request that you bring an umbrella. Thank you for your understanding.
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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