4 Temple and Shrine Tours in Hiroshima Worth Booking

1.Hiroshima and Miyajima Day Trip with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 378 reviews · from $45Our pick

This 8-hour Hiroshima day trip pairs Miyajima’s Itsukushima Shrine, ferry crossing, torii gate, and free-roaming deer with Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. You get bus transport, ferry fare, shrine admission, and an English-Spanish guide. Choose the full tour or visit Miyajima only. Guides such as Alan and Astrid have led past departures.

“We had a fantastic day on the Hiroshima and Miyajima Day Trip with Allen. It was a wonderful way to explore Hiroshima, and Allen made the experience even better with his friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate approach. We would gladly recommend Allen to anyone and would happily join another tour with him in the future. Thanks for a great day, Allen!”

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2.Cultural Experience in Zen Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 258 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $90

At Tokujuji Temple on Miyajima, choose a kimono and take part in a tea ceremony, calligraphy lesson, or handmade amulet workshop. English-speaking instructors guide you through matcha, Japanese writing, and traditional dress. Yoko is noted for fluent English. You will also receive photos by email or AirDrop.

“This activity was fantastic. Loved dressing up in kimono it really makes you feel beautiful. The gardens were lovely for photos. The tea ceremony was peaceful and gave you a real sense of culture. I would recommend this to anyone. Having this activity on a beautiful island and an amazing little tea house made it more special The staff were amazing and spoke clear English .”

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3.Day Trip to Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 124 reviews · 210 minutes - 8 hours · from $39Best value

See Miyajima’s floating torii gate, Itsukushima Shrine, and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park with an English and Spanish guide. Expect ferries, coach transfers, free time for oysters and momiji manju, and a serious look at the 1945 bombing. Guides such as Alex and Alan are praised for clear, thoughtful presentations.

“Really good explanation on the history of Hiroshima and the war.”

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4.Hiroshima & Miyajima 6.5h Guided Tour – Dome, Park & Shrine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 83 reviews · 6h 30m · from $96

Travel from Hiroshima Station by train and ferry to Miyajima, visit Itsukushima Shrine and Omotesando Street, then return to Hiroshima for the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Park, and Museum. Guides such as Shion, Bo, Rie, and Rei add local stories. Expect 6.5 hours of walking and public transport.

“Met with Lena promptly at the station, I found her with no problems. The day was very informative, interesting and Lena was a fantastic tour guide. Great value for money and I would recommend highly. 10/10”

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