What other travelers are saying about Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
There is a lot more to this park than you might imagine. It’s beautifully laid out and peaceful. Difficult to comprehend the atom bomb going off 600m directly above your head only 80 years ago. Definitely worth an hour of your time. The museum at the end was also excellent value at only Y200 - there’s loads in there so allow plenty of time.
Amazing historic site that shows how cruel humans can be to one another.
Seeing the dome building in person was an emotional experience.
The memorial park and the museum was very crowded which detracted from the overall experience. There was so many people inside the museum it was hard to see the exhibits in there entirety.
Overall a very memorable visit.
Definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing day of historic sights and memorials. The park its self was not busy at all and had so many elements to explore and read about. A truly tragic story and it definitely gets you feeling a lot for the people who were involved. If you have time, go to the Peace Museum. It was only around ¥500 and you can spend as much time in there as you need. Really opens your eyes to the tragedy of Hiroshima.
A truly somber experience. Musuem is very graphic. However, it is necessary to truly understand the impact of what happened there and the lives lost. They have turned the garden area, children's memorial and eternal flame into what they call Peace Park, and it really is stunning now. Everyone needs to visit. I love the Japanese push now of total world nuclear disarmament. I support this, and Hiroshima is the only reason needed.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a deeply moving and historically significant destination that I had the chance to visit twice. On the first day, I explored the area around the Atomic Bomb Dome, and on the second day, I visited the Hiroshima Peace Museum. Both experiences were profound and offered a powerful reminder of the tragedy and resilience of humanity.
I highly recommend visiting earlier in the day, as major museums in the park close after 5:00 PM. The museum is an essential stop, as it vividly portrays the devastating impact of the atomic bomb and honors the victims with heartfelt exhibits.
The park itself is beautifully arranged, creating a calm and reflective atmosphere for visitors. It’s a place that leaves a lasting impression, encouraging reflection on peace and the importance of preventing such disasters in the future. A must-visit location in Hiroshima.
