7 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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5.Private Rickshaw Tour to Itsukushima Shrine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 45 reviews · 45 - 190 minutes · from $51

Meet your Japanese-speaking rickshaw guide outside Miyajima Ferry Terminal for a private ride through old streets, the waterfront, and shrine areas. Choose a shorter outing or extend it to Daishoin Temple, Senjokaku Shrine, and scenic park and seaside routes. Guides such as Kim, Jose, and Shinemasa are praised for friendly storytelling and helpful photos.

“Dit was zo een geweldige ervaring! Miyajima is te bewandelen, maar deze tour maakte de ervaring van het eiland duizenden keren beter. Onze gids Kim reed ons rond, vertelde ons over het eiland en Japanse gebruiken, maakte prachtige foto's en deed dit allemaal met ontzettend veel enthousiasme en humor. Geweldig!”

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6.Miyajima Highlights: Itsukushima Shrine & Island Nature

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 5 hours · from $138

Spend five private hours on Miyajima with a Hiroshima guide such as Masa, Yuka, Aya, or Masayo. Travel by train and ferry to Itsukushima Shrine, the floating torii gate, Daishoin, Senjokaku Pavilion, and Omotesandō Street. Expect local history, flexible pacing, photography, and a closer look at island life beyond the main route.

“The whole experience was incredible, Masa was so kind, full of knowledge and shared stories of her hometown with so much passion and love. She made our family feel so welcomed and shared knowledge that wouldn’t pick up if you were exploring just yourself. Highly recommend.”

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7.Miyajima Highlights: Itsukushima Shrine & Island Nature

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $141

Spend about five hours exploring Miyajima from Hiroshima with a private local guide such as Aya, Yuka, Masa, or Masayo. Visit Itsukushima Shrine, the floating torii, Daishoin Temple, Senjokaku, and Omotesando Street. The route can be adjusted to your interests, but you pay separately for public transport, food, and optional boats.

“My mother and I were taking a cruise to Japan and couldnt do many tours with the times available, but this tour was perfect. Yuka was a wonderful, thoughtful, and knowledgeable guide. She helped us buy tickets to the island and showeRead more”

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