Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour in Hiroshima

1 hour 30 minutes • Free CancellationMeet on locationInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 14+ • Operated by LEPLACE GLOBAL

Why we love it?

The Historical Hiroshima Smartphone App Self Guided Walking Tour offers an immersive exploration of Hiroshima's significant historical sites over a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking a flexible travel experience, as participants can start at any time and take breaks as needed. Utilizing a next-gen mobile app, the tour provides GPS-enabled guidance, allowing visitors to move at their own pace while learning about pivotal moments in Hiroshima's history, including the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and the Children's Peace Monument. This distinctive approach combines technology with historical education, making it a unique way to engage with the city’s poignant past.
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Inclusions

  • Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
  • Interactive self-guided tour lets you move at your own pace
  • Next-gen mobile app guides you through each step of your adventure
  • Explore the surroundings with a truly unique, immersive, GPS-enabled experience

Exclusions

  • A physical tour guide (not included)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Begin your journey at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Explore powerful exhibits, witness artifacts from August 6, 1945, and experience the city's story of devastation, survival, and hope for peace.

Stop 2

Descend into Hiroshima's National Peace Memorial Hall, where a panoramic view of the ruined city and digital survivor testimonies await. Connect with history, reflect on the cost of war, and leave your wish for peace.

Stop 3

Visit the Children's Peace Monument in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Discover Sadako Sasaki's legacy, admire thousands of colorful paper cranes, and reflect on the universal wish for peace.

Stop 4

Circle the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome, count its surviving windows, and reflect on the historic moment that changed Hiroshima—and the world—forever. A powerful checkpoint at a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stop 5

Experience Orizuru Tower: ascend the spiral ramp, explore interactive exhibits on Hiroshima's rebirth, and enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop. Fold a paper crane for the Orizuru Wall and reflect on the city's journey from tragedy to hope.

Stop 6

Step into Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine, rebuilt after WWII, and discover its towering torii gate, guardian lion-dogs, and ema prayer plaques. Reflect on the city's journey from tragedy to peace in this serene sanctuary.

Stop 7

Explore Hiroshima Castle, a reconstructed symbol of resilience. Climb the keep for sweeping city views, discover samurai armor and ancient artifacts, and learn about the castle's historic moats and wartime legacy.

Stop 8

Conclude your Hiroshima journey in the historic Shukkeien Gardens, designed in 1620 for feudal lords. Capture the iconic Koko Bridge, spot sunbathing turtles, and stroll paths steeped in centuries of history and resilience.

Please Note

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Requires installing a mobile app (instructions in confirmation email)
  • Not recommended for visually impaired people
  • Not recommended for seniors over 80
  • Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
  • Note: The self-guided activity happens in the Leplace World app by following the instructions provided in our confirmation message. Please check for the confirmation message received SEPARATELY via email and follow the EXACT INSTRUCTIONS provided to access the app and the tour. We recommend that you complete the setup a few hours or even the day before your scheduled arrival so we can help if you need any assistance. Unlock your adventure game in the Leplace World app by following the EXACT INSTRUCTIONS provided. The app might not be available to download from App Store in some countries, but it can be accessed in multiple ways (Play Store, TestFlight, or web) by following the instructions.
  • Please make sure the weather conditions are good before going.
  • You will be able to play the game anytime after booking.
  • Head to the starting point and enjoy your adventure game! Note: Please allow up to 2 hours until the ticket is registered in our system. Then you can unlock the tour in the Leplace World app. Usually, it doesn't take that long, but there can still be a delay until we receive the booking notification. In case you still haven't received a message from us, you can try to use the booking reference code in the Leplace World app. Otherwise, please contact us directly to redeem your ticket. You can find more info on our support page: [ ]

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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