Tour code ASJ-DT-HIR-CIT · Ash401
Hiroshima, at a quiet pace
Hiroshima peace and history
One day in Hiroshima, with the Peace Memorial Park and its museum in the morning, and the Shukkei-en garden and, if you wish, the castle in the afternoon.
At a glance
A day in Hiroshima with a guide, at a quiet pace and with respect for the history of the place. The afternoon turns to the garden and, if you wish, the castle.
These are sample itineraries. Our team prepares a tailored quote for your trip; service reservations are confirmed separately once the arrangements are agreed.
Highlights
- The Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome
- The Peace Memorial Museum
- The Shukkei-en garden and, if you wish, Hiroshima Castle in the afternoon
A full day in any season, at a quiet pace.
The stops of the day
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
A park in the centre of Hiroshima, built after the war in memory of the victims of the atomic bombing of 6 August 1945 and as a prayer for peace. Its Cenotaph holds the names of those who died, and the Peace Memorial Museum keeps their belongings and the testimonies of survivors.
Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome
The ruins of the former Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, completed in 1915: the only structure left standing in the area where the first atomic bomb exploded at 8:15 on 6 August 1945. Preserved as it stood after the bombing, it was inscribed as a World Heritage site in 1996.
Peace Memorial Museum
The museum of the atomic bombing. Through belongings left by the victims, A-bombed objects and the testimonies of survivors, it conveys what happened on 6 August 1945 and what followed. Some exhibits are distressing: the visit is taken at your own pace, and no one has to see all of it.
Shukkei-en garden, Hiroshima Shukkei-en garden
A stroll garden laid out for the Asano lords of Hiroshima: paths and bridges circle a pond with fourteen islets, among landscapes composed in miniature. The Asano family gave it to Hiroshima Prefecture in 1940.
If you wish, Hiroshima Castle in the afternoon
Hiroshima Castle Hiroshima Castle
A castle first built in the late sixteenth century and destroyed in the atomic bombing of 6 August 1945. Its keep, rebuilt in 1958, closed on 22 March 2026 for safety reasons; it is now seen from the outside.
Trip details
- Length
- One day
- Route
- Starts and ends in Hiroshima
- Regions
- Hiroshima and Miyajima
- Seasons
- Any season
- Style
- Culture
The full programme
A suggested journey, day by day, adjusted to your dates and interests.
Day 1Hiroshima city
The park and the museum in the morning, lunch, then the garden and, if you wish, the castle in the afternoon, at a quiet pace.
Programme details
The Peace Memorial Park and its museum in the morning, visited quietly and with time to reflect. After lunch, the Shukkei-en garden fills the afternoon, with Hiroshima Castle if you wish.
Hiroshima city
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Peace Memorial Museum
- Shukkei-en garden
- Hiroshima Castle
A day-by-day sample. Times of day are not promised; the order can change on the ground.
What your proposal can include
- Private car with driver
- Guide
- Meals
- Admission tickets
Your proposal names exactly what is included, for your dates and your group.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off will be arranged according to your agreed itinerary. We’ll choose the places to visit together when planning your day.
Good to know
- The visit keeps a quiet pace, with respect for the history of the place.
Start from this tour
Open the planner, or write to us. We answer with questions, then with a plan and a quote.
Mention the code ASJ-DT-HIR-CIT · Ash401 when you write.
Where this tour comes from An outline route prepared by Asahi; the stops are suggestions until the plan is made with you.
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