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Hiroshima Cycling Peace Tour with Local Guide (Long Course)
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This is a guided cycling tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and learn about the reconstruction of Hiroshima's bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. This tour is led by our friendly team from Hiroshima. This tour is an English guided tour.
・Learn about local feelings towards the Peace Park from about 70 years ago.
・The area within a 2.5km radius from the hypocenter was severely damaged. We are heading to multiple bombed heritage sites that still remain.
・You will ride a comfortable electric bicycle through the local area to experience the Hiroshima Peace Museum and more.
・We will take you to unique places well-known by our local Japanese team.
・We will ride along the beautiful riverside and in the park to get an idea of the destruction of Hiroshima at that time and how the city has changed into what it is now.
Itinerary
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
5 minsAdmission Ticket Free10:00-10:05 Meet up at the rest house of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Start off with greetings, introduction, explanation of the route, and corona prevention procedures (temperature checks, etc.).Hiroshima Castle
20 minsAdmission Ticket Included10:05-10:25 Hiroshima Castle Your guide will take you to Hiroshima Castle which is the location of the military fort that was the first to report about the atomic bomb. Your guide will explain the situation and significance of the military base and castle.Hiroshimagokoku Shrine
15 minsAdmission Ticket Included10:25-10:40 Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine and Shrine Gate You will learn more about some lesser-known heritage sites such as the Guardian Dog statue and the Gokoku Shrine gate which withstood the atomic bomb.Chuo Koen-mae (Chuo Park)
20 minsAdmission Ticket Free10:40-11:00 Hiroshima Central Park Walk through a vast green park to enjoy the beautiful nature that Hiroshima has to offer.Aioi Bridge
10 minsAdmission Ticket Free11:00-11:10 Aioi Bridge Next, you will visit the bridge that was the target of the bomb. Both the river and the bridge have remained since that time. You will witness the continuation of history.Atomic Bomb Dome
15 minsAdmission Ticket Included11:10-11:25 Atomic Bomb Dome After that, you will witness the world-renowned Atomic Bomb Dome. You will learn about the many stories and memories of the local people.Motoyasu River
15 minsAdmission Ticket Free11:25-11:40 Motoyasu River and the Peace Bridge When heading south towards the suburbs from the Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Park, you will see the gorgeous riverside nature. Your guide will explain the meaning and memories that are embedded in the Peace Park.Higashisenda Park
20 minsAdmission Ticket Free11:40-12:00 Higashisenda Park Located 1km from the center of the blast is a park filled with trees sent from countries all around the world. You will hear the stories related to this site.Atomic Bomb Window Frame Monument
20 minsAdmission Ticket Included12:00-12:20 Hiroshima Red Cross Hospital Located 1.5km from the center of the blast is the remnants of the Red Cross Hospital's building. Here, you will face the hard reality of how strong the bomb was.Hiroshima
10 minsAdmission Ticket Free12:20-12:30 Hiroshima Railway Located 2km-2.5km from the center of the blast is the Hiroshima Railway. Did you know that there are two trains that survived that blast and still used today? They started running again only three days after the explosion.Miyuki Bridge Monument
10 minsAdmission Ticket Free12:30-12:40 Miyuki Bridge and Kobayashi River Right where the bomb's reach ended, there is a picture on display. This significant picture shows the reality of the difference between now and then.広島市こども文化科学館
10 minsAdmission Ticket Free12:40-12:50 Surviving Weeping Willow Tree This is the highlight of the tour. This tree continued to grow despite the rumors that there would be natural growth for at least 70 years. This tree represents the strength, determination, and hope of the people of Hiroshima.Peace Boulevard
10 minsAdmission Ticket Free12:50-13:00 Peace Boulevard On the way back to the Peace Park, we will pass by various monuments and trees that are significant to Hiroshima's history. At the same time, you will also witness the current thriving city.Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
5 minsAdmission Ticket Free13:00 Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Once we arrive back at the park, your trip will come to an end. *The afternoon tour is scheduled to meet at 14:00 and return at 17:00.
What's included
INCLUDED
English speaking guide
insurance fee for bikes
Data of the photos taken on the day
Use of bicycle
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you are late for the meeting time without prior notice, the tour will be cancelled. In such cases, a 100% cancellation fee will be incurred on the day of the tour and is non-refundable.
In addition, even if you contact us in advance, it may be canceled due to the convenience of other customers.
Adult bicycle (electric): Height 145 cm or more
Bicycle with seat for children (electric) or A baby trailer
Bicycles with seats for children (electric) are for children under 22 kg and under 115 cm. A baby trailer can accommodate two children at the same time, but since the maximum load capacity is 45 kg, each child must weigh less than 18 kg when riding in the cart at the same time.
Children's bicycle (cross bike type): 2 Children's bicycles* for one booking are available. Children under age 15 can use both children's bicycles and adult bicycles at child rate.
If the number of seats for infants and children's bicycles are full reserved, children of heights who cannot use adult bicycles may not be able to participate. After making a reservation, we will contact you after checking the stock of the bicycle.
Free Wi-Fi: None（Hiroshima Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the city）
The timetable may change depending on the situation on the day.
It will be a mixed tour for up to 10 people.
As this is a shared tour, if there are guests in other groups who are not accustomed to cycling, especially children, we will adjust the pace accordingly. We appreciate your understanding.
Location
Address
1-2 Nakajimacho, Naka-Ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan 730-0811
Provider
Attractive JAPAN