Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is a must-visit destination to understand the tragic impact of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Here's how you can reach this deeply significant landmark.
1-2 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ward, Hiroshima, Japan
The nearest airport to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is Hiroshima Airport (HIJ). Visitors can take a bus or taxi from Hiroshima Airport to Hiroshima Station, which takes about 45 minutes.
From Hiroshima Station: You can take the Hiroshima Electric Railway (streetcar) Line 2 or 6 to Genbaku-Domu Mae Station, which is a 15-minute ride. The museum is a short walk away from the station.
The Hiroshima Bus Center is another hub for reaching the museum. Take a bus that stops at the Heiwa Kinen Koen bus stop, which is adjacent to the Peace Memorial Park.
Parking is not provided at the museum, hence it's recommended to use public transportation. However, there are paid parking lots located nearby if you choose to drive.
Hiroshima is a bike-friendly city, and you can rent a bicycle to get to the museum. Bike racks are available around the Peace Memorial Park.
The museum is open from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM (March to July and September to November), 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM (August), and 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (December to February). The museum is closed on December 30 and 31.
For the best experience, allow yourself a few hours to take in the exhibits and the Peace Memorial Park.
There is a nominal fee to enter the museum. General admission is 200 yen for adults, 100 yen for high school students, and free for younger children and seniors over 65.
Enjoy your visit and take to heart the lessons of peace and the importance of a world without nuclear weapons.