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Hiroshima Castle

Museums & culture in Hiroshima

Hiroshima Castle, Hiroshima

In a nutshell

A reconstructed castle with a museum inside, surrounded by a moat and park.

Rating & popularity

#5 of 5

in our Hiroshima guide

Visit duration

1 h 15 min

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A reconstructed castle with a museum inside, surrounded by a moat and park.

Know before you go

Combine with a stroll to nearby Shukkeien Garden.

What to book

An entry ticket or a combined city tour.

What to check before you pay

  • Check the length – three hours in a museum is plenty for most people.
  • See whether the tour covers highlights or a theme.
  • For performances, check seat category and start time.

Hiroshima Castle tours & tickets

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Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour From Hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka (opens in a new tab)

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Make the most of your time in Japan with a hassle-free trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima! Leave all the day trip planning and details to the experts. Choose between a complete package with round-trip Bullet Train (Shinkansen) tickets from Kyoto, Shin-Osaka, or Hakata, or join us directly in Hiroshima. Your tour includes a local guide, entrance fees, ferry tickets, and a traditional okonomiyaki lunch so you can eat like a local. For added convenience, a multilingual audio guide in 21 languages is also available on the bus (audio guide option only). Plus, take stunning pictures of the iconic Great Torii Gate directly from the ferry!

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Osaka Castle Walking Tour and Castle Tower Admission (opens in a new tab)

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Discover the history of Osaka Castle on a guided walking tour. Learn about the castle’s military design, explore the tower, and see the largest stone in the castle. [Highlights] ・Skip the line ・City view from the top of the castle ・The castle’s military design and defenses ・The largest stone in the castle and learn how it was transported

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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Historical Walking tour (opens in a new tab)

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Join a thoughtfully designed small group walking tour through Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and gain deeper insight into one of the most significant events in history. Led by local guides from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, this experience combines historical perspective, meaningful storytelling, and personal exchange in an approachable small group setting. With opportunities to engage in discussion throughout the tour, you will explore Hiroshima’s history beyond dates and monuments, connecting with the human stories and lasting legacy behind them. Discover what Hiroshima was like before the atomic bombing, why it was selected as a target during the final stages of World War II, and how the city transformed from devastation into an international symbol of peace. Throughout the experience, your guide will connect historical events with survivor testimonies, local perspectives, and the lasting impact the bombing continues to have on Hiroshima and its people today.

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Hiroshima & Miyajima 1-Day Tour from Osaka, Kyoto or Hiroshima (opens in a new tab)

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・Lunch is not included, allowing you the flexibility to enjoy your favorite local dishes at your own expense. ・This tour is conducted by an English-speaking guide only. ・Experience Hiroshima's powerful past and Miyajima's stunning natural and cultural wonders, all on a convenient 1-day bus tour. ・Enjoy free time at Miyajima's Omotesando Shopping Street, where you can experience the vibrant food culture and try famous local treats like fresh oysters, Okonomiyaki, and Momiji Manju. ・You'll have approximately 90 minutes to explore Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum ・Enjoy a special ferry route to Miyajima. ・Capture fantastic photo opportunities of the iconic 'floating' Great Torii Gate. ・Explore Hiroshima city on a comfortable, air-conditioned tour bus. ・For customers booking the Kyoto or Osaka tour options, your plan includes round-trip Shinkansen tickets and boarding assistance from our staff at Kyoto or Shin-Osaka Station. (Please note: staff will not accompany you on the train.)

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Private Hiroshima Peace Memorial & City Tour with Local Guide (opens in a new tab)

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Experience Hiroshima beyond the history books on a fully private tour with a Japanese local guide. Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Peace Memorial Museum while discovering how local families experienced the bombing, how Hiroshima rebuilt, and why peace remains central to the city today. Most of our qualified guides were born and raised in Hiroshima, and all can share family stories connected to the atomic bombing, including second-generation survivor perspectives. They also have international experience and speak clear, easy-to-understand English. Choose 3 or 4 hours. With 3 hours, focus on the peace sites or add Hiroshima Castle or Shukkeien Garden. With 4 hours, explore more city highlights or deeper historical sites, including Hiroshima’s recovery and medical response after the bombing. Meet your guide at your central Hiroshima hotel, Hiroshima Station or cruise terminal. Cruise passengers should select the 4-hour option.

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