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History of Hiroshima Private Walking Tour (Multilingual) by Local Operator

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Activity provider: M2N Tours
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3-hour tour in Hiroshima, taking in Gates of Peace, Mother and Baby in the Storm and Prayer Fountain. Run by M2N Tours, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Gates of Peace
  • Mother and Baby in the Storm
  • Prayer Fountain
  • Marcel Junod Memorial
  • Runs 3 hours
  • Guided Tour

History of Hiroshima Private Walking Tour (Multilingual) by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $117 per person
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 3-hour experience in Hiroshima, built around Gates of Peace, Mother and Baby in the Storm and Prayer Fountain. It is run by M2N Tours, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park sits on the ground beneath the point where the bomb detonated at 8:15 on 6 August 1945. The A-Bomb Dome, the skeleton of the industrial promotion hall, was left as it stood; the Peace Memorial Museum reopened in 2019 after a redesign and takes about two hours, and is not for young children. The Children's Peace Monument is hung with paper cranes sent from around the world. Hiroshima's own food is okonomiyaki layered with noodles, eaten at counters in Okonomimura. Miyajima is 40 minutes away and most visitors combine the two in one day.

The price covers Guided Tour. It does not cover Food, Entrance Ticket for the museum and Tips/gratuity, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Gates of Peace. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with M2N Tours before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location

Gates of Peace

Gates of Peace

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Class (20 minutes)

Mother and Baby in the Storm

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (5 minutes)

Prayer Fountain

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (5 minutes)

Marcel Junod Memorial

Visit, Guided tour (5 minutes)

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Visit, Guided tour (1 hour)

Hiroshima Victims Memorial Cenotaph

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

Flame of Peace

Photo stop, Guided tour (5 minutes)

Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Rest House

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping (15 minutes)

Children's Peace Monument

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (5 minutes)

Korean Atomic Bomb Victims Cenotaph

Visit, Guided tour (5 minutes)

Atomic Bomb Dome

Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (10 minutes)

Finish at

Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Hypocenter Monument

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Gates of Peace

Gates of Peace: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Class (20 minutes)

Mother and Baby in the Storm: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (5 minutes)

Prayer Fountain: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (5 minutes)

Marcel Junod Memorial: Visit, Guided tour (5 minutes)

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum: Visit, Guided tour (1 hour)

Hiroshima Victims Memorial Cenotaph: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

Flame of Peace: Photo stop, Guided tour (5 minutes)

Includes

  • Guided Tour

Excludes

  • Food
  • Entrance Ticket for the museum
  • Tips/gratuity

Important information

Meeting point

Gates of Peace

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 3 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $117
$117
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 84 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Ma
September 25, 2025

Really enjoyed our tour, I'm very happy we've decide to book it instead of exploring on our own. The guide was very friendly and shared the insights in an engaging way, answered all the questions and ensured our understanding. The topic of the Hiroshima tragedy and its commitment to peace is not easy, and I definitely recommend getting a knowledgeable guide. thank you for a great tour!

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Andreas
May 18, 2026

It was an experience that will keep being remembered. Our guide Camille was very good

5
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Alan
April 29, 2026

Camille was an excellent tour guide and provided us with a very thorough tour of the sites relating to the atom bomb attack and consequences. She was flexible and adapted our tour to our interests.

5
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Don
April 6, 2026

Aze tried very hard to produce the best experience and refused to be defeated by the terrible weather. Full marks for commitment and energy. Very informative.

5
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Tahlia
April 4, 2026

This activity is amazing and definitely a MUST book! Kana is an amazing tour guide, who walks you to all the significant spots and explains them all in detail. She even created paper cranes for us to donate!

5
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Jenny
April 3, 2026

We thoroughly enjoyed the walking tour with Nisa. As it was a private tour Nisa was able to adjust her plan to shelter us from the rain but still managed to take us all around the Peace Park.

5
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Stacey
March 19, 2026

Khan was an excellent guide, very thorough and knowledgeable about the history of the area. He gave us important context about the various statues and memorials in the peace park that we would otherwise have missed. We also got access to the museum which, although naturally a sobering experience, also carried a beautiful and hopeful message for the future. I thoroughly recommend this activity.

5
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Stalin
January 14, 2026

We enjoyed our tour with Cva. He was knowledgeable and made our tour an extremely memorable experience.

5
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Ray
November 23, 2025

Aya’s local, historical & personal perspective was fascinating & informative. We learnt so much from Aya’s narrative.

5
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Bee
October 27, 2025

Our guide’s knowledge of the history was amazing and gave us an understanding we otherwise might not of had.

5
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Lisa
October 7, 2025

Ali was knowledgeable and informative. He brought the tragedy of the bombing of Hiroshima to life.

5
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Rebecca
September 13, 2025

This tour was conducted respectfully but with a lot of information given about the events that occurred in Hiroshima 80yrs ago with the atomic bombing. Our guide was really sweet and polite and explained everything really well. We learnt so much and saw so much despite the rain!!

Frequently Asked Questions

Gates of Peace
The price does not cover food, entrance ticket for the museum and tips/gratuity. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Private days are usually priced per vehicle for up to the stated number of guests, and the price on this page follows the operator's own pricing for each group size. Entrance fees and meals are paid as you go unless the option says all-inclusive; tolls and parking are normally included.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Guided Tour
The duration of the History of Hiroshima Private Walking Tour (Multilingual) by Local Operator is typically 3 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom (2026 full bloom landed around March 29-31), or October-November for autumn color and oyster season. August 6 brings the Peace Memorial Ceremony — moving, but the city is at its most crowded. See our best time to visit Hiroshima guide.
The Hiroden streetcar (flat ¥240) covers most sights, and the meipuru-pu loop bus is free with a JR Pass. Miyajima is a ¥200 ferry ride plus the ¥100 visitor tax. Full fares and passes in getting around Hiroshima.
Two days is the sweet spot: day one for the Peace Memorial Park, Museum and city, day two for Miyajima Island. Our 2-day Hiroshima itinerary maps it hour by hour.
Plan 2-3 hours for the park and museum together — the museum is just ¥200 and opens from 7:30 AM. Etiquette, monuments, and timing tips are in our Peace Memorial Park guide.
The torii appears to float at tide levels above ~250cm, and you can walk out to its base below ~100cm — a single day often offers both. Check tide tables before you go; the full trick is in our Miyajima Island guide.
Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki — layered, not mixed like Osaka's, with soba inside — plus winter oysters and momiji manju on Miyajima. Okonomimura's 24 stalls are the classic first stop. See the Hiroshima food guide.
Miyajima is the essential one; beyond it, Iwakuni's Kintai Bridge and Okunoshima (Rabbit Island) are both doable by train. Honest rankings and logistics in our Hiroshima day trips guide.
Starting from$117