Hiroshima Miyajima Tour: Peace Museum & Floating Shrine

See Hiroshima's atomic history and Miyajima's sacred shrine in one day with a guide who knows both.

A seven-hour private tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima led by a National Licensed English-speaking guide, with hotel pickup, public transportation, and admission to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Itsukushima Shrine. The itinerary is customizable based on your interests. If you prefer less walking or arrive by cruise, alternative routes are available at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Itsukushima Shrine1h · entry included
2. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum1h · entry included

Explore Hiroshima and Miyajima

• Take ferry to Miyajima
• Visit Itsukushima Shrine
• See Atomic Bomb Dome
• Tour Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

The experience

The tour starts with hotel pickup and moves through Hiroshima's key sites: the Atomic Bomb Dome, a stark concrete frame that survived the 1945 bombing and now stands as a symbol of resilience and the push for nuclear disarmament; the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, where exhibits document the bombing's effects and its aftermath; and the Peace Memorial Park itself. Your guide provides context at each stop, explaining what you're standing in front of rather than rushing through.

From there, you take the ferry to Miyajima to see Itsukushima Shrine, famous for its "floating" torii gate that appears to hover on the water at high tide. The shrine is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the island holds spiritual significance in Japanese culture. The combination of Hiroshima's solemn historical sites and Miyajima's serene natural setting makes the day move between two very different kinds of reflection.

All entry fees and public transportation between sites are included, so you don't need to buy tickets separately or figure out the ferry schedule. The guide speaks English and can adjust the route based on what interests you most, whether that's spending more time at the museum, exploring the shrine grounds, or focusing on a particular aspect of Hiroshima's history. If you have dietary needs, let the operator know at booking and they'll accommodate them.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• admission to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Itsukushima Shrine.
• all public transportation between sites including the ferry to Miyajima.
• a National Licensed English-speaking guide for the full seven hours.

Options for this experience

4 options

Guide in English9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 12:00

Guide in English9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 12:00

Guide in English9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 12:00

Guide in English7 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 11:00

Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 12:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (2 to 11 years) · Infant (under 2)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by MY Travel Consulting

Is this one for you?Book this private tour if you want a guide to contextualize Hiroshima's history and Miyajima's temples in one day, with stops tailored to what interests you most.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2).

What exactly is the Atomic Bomb Dome, and why is it still standing?

The Atomic Bomb Dome is the skeletal remains of the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, which stood about 160 meters from the hypocenter when the bomb detonated on August 6, 1945. The building's concrete frame survived the blast, and it was preserved as a memorial and UNESCO World Heritage Site to remind visitors of the bombing's devastation and to advocate for peace and nuclear disarmament.

Will I have time to actually walk around Itsukushima Shrine, or is it just a quick stop?

The itinerary includes time at the shrine itself, not just a view from a distance. You'll take the ferry to Miyajima and spend time on the island exploring the shrine and its grounds, including the famous floating torii gate. The exact amount of time can be adjusted based on your pace and interests.

Is lunch included in this tour?

Lunch is not included in the tour price, but the operator can recommend restaurants or make arrangements if you request it at booking. There are dining options both in Hiroshima and on Miyajima.

What if I'm not comfortable with a lot of walking?

The tour includes a walking-focused option, but if you prefer less walking or are arriving by cruise ship, you can choose an alternative route at checkout that reduces the walking distance while still covering the main sites.

How does the ferry to Miyajima work? Is that included?

Yes, the ferry from Hiroshima to Miyajima and the tax to enter Itsukushima island are both included in the tour price. Your guide will handle the logistics, and you'll travel with the group.