Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Crofton M
Airlie Beach, Australia2,019 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
The park has one major structure still standing, in its post-bomb condition.
The park is serene and beautiful, particularly in cherry blossom season and is a people place with many locals picnicing under the cherry blossom.
The park is serene and beautiful, particularly in cherry blossom season and is a people place with many locals picnicing under the cherry blossom.
Written 30 March 2023
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QW Teo
Singapore, Singapore24 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Nice spacious park to stroll around while visiting the atomic dome and museum. Plenty of rich history to soak in and appreciate.
Written 3 March 2023
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Jack W
3 contributions
Feb 2023
The park is relatively lowkey and understated. Very well kept gardens containing an actual memorial, but not so much information on the events. Excellently paired to do after seeing the museum to give more context.
Written 14 February 2023
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David E
Florida3,433 contributions
Dec 2022
When visiting Hiroshima, the Peace Memorial park is a must and a very emotionally encompassing experience. I was struck by the silence other than people ringing the Peace Bell.
Written 5 January 2023
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Normadic Life
Singapore, Singapore74 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
this place is good for family outings. at the same time remember the cruelty to humanity. the very horror happened in this place is now one of the most peaceful place in hiroshima city. absolutely worth the visit. cater for at least 4 hours to absorb in the museum trip and time to run around with taking photos and even picnic. plenty of eatery nearby too. Hiroshima Peace museum is worth a visit, however certain sections of the museum is unsuitable for you d children.
(Museum ticket pricing: ¥400 for adults and ¥200 for children. More like a token than to pay to keep the museum alive.)
The peace park is so close to the bombed dome structure. Remember to go find the Ground Zero stone monument-many people skip this. Hint, is also near a very famous and delicious long queue Okomoyaki restaurant-another food place worth visiting for the Okomoyaki.
(Museum ticket pricing: ¥400 for adults and ¥200 for children. More like a token than to pay to keep the museum alive.)
The peace park is so close to the bombed dome structure. Remember to go find the Ground Zero stone monument-many people skip this. Hint, is also near a very famous and delicious long queue Okomoyaki restaurant-another food place worth visiting for the Okomoyaki.
Written 21 December 2022
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sligoinian
Sligo, Ireland132 contributions
Sep 2022
We spent a few hours here walking this lovely park and looking at all the memorials erected in memory of that terrible day.
Written 10 October 2022
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JUMA H
Germany14 contributions
May 2022
Perfect blend of history, culture, and nature.
(+) The park itself is quite expansive. It could definitely be a full day's event, especially if you visit the museum.
(+) There are loads of statues, towers, and significant markers spread across the park, so there is something to see / read / learn at every turn.
(+) There is so much open space, it's an ideal place for a picnic. Bring a blanket and pick up some food and enjoy the scenery. There are also many benches along the river facing the Atomic Bomb Dome.
(+) There are clean public toilets throughout the park and a few vending machines with drinks.
(+) Even thought the site has a horrific historical significance, it's remarkably peaceful and beautiful
(+) The park itself is quite expansive. It could definitely be a full day's event, especially if you visit the museum.
(+) There are loads of statues, towers, and significant markers spread across the park, so there is something to see / read / learn at every turn.
(+) There is so much open space, it's an ideal place for a picnic. Bring a blanket and pick up some food and enjoy the scenery. There are also many benches along the river facing the Atomic Bomb Dome.
(+) There are clean public toilets throughout the park and a few vending machines with drinks.
(+) Even thought the site has a horrific historical significance, it's remarkably peaceful and beautiful
Written 24 August 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Canmaninjapan
Kamakura, Japan925 contributions
Jul 2022
I am glad i went there. It opened my eyes to the reality of nuclear weapons and how Hiroshima and Nagasaki were just for testing the bombs. Horrible, but necessary for all to see.
Written 16 August 2022
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plafeber
Hoofddorp, The Netherlands81 contributions
Aug 2022
The city council did well setting up the park this way, just across the dome, and accessible from all of Hiroshima. Many monuments with as many signs, both in Japanese and other languages.
Written 10 August 2022
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izyphotos
Mascot, Australia709 contributions
May 2021
A tranquil green space between two rivers that was once the site of an unprecedented tragedy, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is an essential part of understanding Hiroshima City’s history.
Before the bomb, the area of what is now the Peace Park was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot's target. Four years to the day after the bomb was dropped, it was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities.
All of the park’s memorials are within walking distance from each other, so when visiting allow yourself time to stroll around and view them all and take time to reflect.
The most popular sights are : The A-Bomb Dome, The Flame of Peace, Memorial Monument, Memorial Tower, Sankichi Tōge Monument, Children’s Peace Monument, and Peace Bell.
We were there at the beginning of Covid in March 2020 and sadly, the museum was closed. I was really disappointed but there was enough in the park to understand the destruction.
It was so emotional and overwhelming, that we took a break for lunch and came back to continue.
There is a lot to take in and read. It is very moving and a sombre atmosphere. Everyone who comes to Japan should come here to understand the history and the scale of the human tragedy in WWII.
Take one of the sightseeing loop buses (meipurū-pu) from Hiroshima Station. It gives information on the specific sites.
Before the bomb, the area of what is now the Peace Park was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot's target. Four years to the day after the bomb was dropped, it was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities.
All of the park’s memorials are within walking distance from each other, so when visiting allow yourself time to stroll around and view them all and take time to reflect.
The most popular sights are : The A-Bomb Dome, The Flame of Peace, Memorial Monument, Memorial Tower, Sankichi Tōge Monument, Children’s Peace Monument, and Peace Bell.
We were there at the beginning of Covid in March 2020 and sadly, the museum was closed. I was really disappointed but there was enough in the park to understand the destruction.
It was so emotional and overwhelming, that we took a break for lunch and came back to continue.
There is a lot to take in and read. It is very moving and a sombre atmosphere. Everyone who comes to Japan should come here to understand the history and the scale of the human tragedy in WWII.
Take one of the sightseeing loop buses (meipurū-pu) from Hiroshima Station. It gives information on the specific sites.
Written 18 April 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Robert_Pellatt
North Vancouver, Canada32 contributions
We are visiting Hiroshima for a single day in October via cruise ship Celebrity Millennium. We generally prefer to use public transportation to visit historic sites, but we are not familiar with the location of the Cruise Ship Terminal and how close it is to a transit/train station. Do you have any suggestions or recommendations to visit the Peace Park or the War Memorial site and museum?
Thanks.....Rob
atlanticwild
New York City, NY34 contributions
I speak Japanese and I thought the public transportation was complicated for me so I can imagine for non Japanese speakers will have more difficult time. I suggest to take a cab since the time is usually limited for those people who stop by the big ship and it's better to walk around the Peace park and feel what actually happened. The must see site there is Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and the park and the dome. To go through the museum will take about 1 hour or more. Walking around the park and to get to the Dome which is aligned to the Peace Memorial will take about another hour. Cruise ship usually have a land tour so maybe you should take one of those. Also the must see site Hiroshima area is Miyajima Island shrine which is Japanese National Treasure. It's 1/2 hour train ride and then need to take a ferry which is pleasant. That's another half and hour. In the island you can stroll around the shrine it's a small area so you only need probably 1-1.5 hour. Be aware of deer because they follow you and put their head in you bag and start to eat stuff!
Valkyrie
Lancaster County, PA100 contributions
Is the park open all the time (24/7) or is it gated and only available to walk through until a certain time of day?
freebird785
Hatsukaichi, Japan
The park is open all through the year. But the A-bomb museum is closed on New Year's day.
Valkyrie
Lancaster County, PA100 contributions
Is there free parking?
albertsebastian
Melbourne, Australia245 contributions
Hi, The Peace Park is virtually walking distance across the river from the city. Also a few buses run through the top and bottom main roads, and you can also take the central trams and hop off for a short walk.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Frequently Asked Questions about Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- We recommend booking Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 26 Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park:
- (0.31 km) Hotel Park Side Hiroshima Peacepark
- (0.27 km) Hotel Livemax Hiroshima Heiwa Koen-Mae
- (0.49 km) ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima, an IHG hotel
- (0.46 km) J-Hoppers Hiroshima Guesthouse
- (0.53 km) Dormy Inn Hiroshima
- Restaurants near Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park:
- (0.28 km) Parco della Pace
- (0.27 km) Okonomiyaki Nagata-ya
- (0.24 km) Caffe Ponte
- (0.11 km) Aogiri
- (0.21 km) Kakifune Kanawa
- Attractions near Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park:
- (0.01 km) Peace Bell
- (0.04 km) Fountain of Prayer
- (0.16 km) Sokoiko! Cycling Tours
- (0.14 km) Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- (0.09 km) Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims