Hiroshima: Peace Walking Tour of World Heritage Sites
ID: GYG335966-598491
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Pick up insights into the history of Hiroshima. See how life was after the atomic bomb compared to today. Enjoy a spectacular view while eating lunch and ruminate on the past, present, and future of this city.
Upon arrival, your guide will take you on a tour through the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Here, you will learn the horrors of the atomic bomb and how the people of Hiroshima coped with the tragedy. This will be a tour filled with hope, as the people of Hiroshima learned never to give up even in the darkest days.
Feel the breeze as you go up to the Orizuru Tower's observatory area. Here you can get wide view of the city and feel the strength of the people of Hiroshima. The Orizuru (paper crane) is considered as a symbol of peace; learn how to make a paper crane and make a wish for peace.
After visiting Orizuru Tower, have lunch. Following, your guide will take you to see the Aorigi Tree, which brought hope after the atomic bomb. The final destination is the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Atomic Bomb Dome. Learn more about Japanese life and feel the revival of the city.
Highlights
- Hear the "real voice" from Hiroshima-local guides while touring locations deeply rooted in the city's history
- Learn Hiroshima's past, present, and future
- Feel the revitalized Hiroshima and participate in activities that promote peace
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Atomic Bomb Dome with a guide
- Learn the horrors of the atomic bomb at the Peace Memorial Museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Some exhibits contain graphic imagery that may shock young children. Please tell your guide if you have any concerns.
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Meet in front of the mon-bell store near Kamiya-cho-nishi Station, a one-minute walk from Kamiya-cho-nishi Station. Look for guide holding a sign with the local partner's name.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
