Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, A-Bomb Dome and Shukkeien Garden Tour
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Overview
Discover Hiroshima's moving history and inspiring message of peace on this half-day shore excursion from Hiroshima Port. Travel in comfort by private car or chartered coach with a knowledgeable local guide as you visit the city's most significant historical landmarks and a beautifully landscaped Japanese garden. This thoughtfully designed tour offers a meaningful journey through Hiroshima's past while showcasing its resilience and beauty.
Your first stop is Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a peaceful green space dedicated to the victims of the atomic bombing of August 6, 1945. Built near the center of the explosion, the park serves as a place of remembrance and reflection, welcoming visitors from around the world who come to learn about the importance of peace and a future free from nuclear weapons.
Within the park, visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, where carefully preserved artifacts, photographs, personal belongings, and survivor testimonies tell the story of the bombing and its aftermath. The museum provides powerful historical insight while emphasizing the value of peace, reconciliation, and human dignity.
Continue to the Atomic Bomb Dome (A-Bomb Dome), one of Hiroshima's most recognizable landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Remarkably preserved in the condition it was left after the explosion, the dome stands as a lasting reminder of the devastation of war and a universal symbol of hope for lasting peace.
Nearby, visit the Hypocenter, the exact point on the ground directly beneath where the atomic bomb detonated. A simple memorial marker identifies this historic location and helps visitors understand the scale of the event and honor the lives forever changed.
As you walk through Peace Memorial Park, your guide will introduce two of its most important monuments. The Children's Peace Monument, inspired by Sadako Sasaki and her thousands of folded paper cranes, symbolizes the hopes of children around the world for a peaceful future. You will also visit the Peace Memorial Cenotaph, which commemorates all victims of the atomic bombing and bears an enduring message expressing the determination that such a tragedy should never happen again.
The tour concludes at Shukkeien Garden, a beautifully designed Japanese landscape garden dating back to the Edo period. Centered around a tranquil pond with picturesque bridges, teahouses, and carefully arranged seasonal plants, the garden offers a peaceful contrast to the morning's historical sites. Stroll along its winding paths and appreciate the harmony of traditional Japanese garden design before returning to your cruise ship.
This memorable shore excursion combines history, culture, and natural beauty, providing a deeper understanding of Hiroshima's past while celebrating its enduring spirit and commitment to peace.
Tour Highlights:
Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum
See the UNESCO World Heritage-listed A-Bomb Dome
Stand at the Atomic Bomb Hypocenter
Visit the Children's Peace Monument and Peace Memorial Cenotaph
Enjoy the tranquil beauty of Shukkeien Garden
Guaranteed return to your cruise ship in time for departure
What's Included
- English Speaking Guide
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Hypo Center of the Atomic Bomb
- Childrens Peace Monument
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Cenotaph
- Shukkeien Garden
- Food and Beverages
- Tips/Gratuities
Itinerary
Meet and Greet at Hiroshima Cruise Port
Tour Start
Driving 30 Minutes
To Memorial Park and Museum
Visit 2 Hours
Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, Museum
Visit 30 Minutes
Shukkeien Garden
Driving 30 Minutes
back to Shimizu Port
Return back to Cruise Port
Tour End
Considerations
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Please be aware that cancellation policy for this tour requires 2-weeks (14 days notice). This is different than the normal Venture Ashore cancellation terms. This is required due to the nature of tours in Japan and lack of English-speaking guides.
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This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or motorized scooters
Special Instructions
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Local currency is the Japanese Yen (YEN)
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Wear cool and comfortable clothes and suitable footwear
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
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This is a small group tour with a maximum of 20 passengers - Please book early to secure your place
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Price Info
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, A-Bomb Dome and Shukkeien Garden Tour
Per Person
USD $ 149.00
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