Explore on your own rating
Peace Park is easy by tram; adding Miyajima makes a long day.
Where ships dock
- Hiroshima Port, Ujina (cruise wharf No. 5)
Getting to town
Hiroden trams run from Hiroshima Port (Ujina) into the city; allow about 35–40 minutes to Genbaku-Dome-mae for Peace Memorial Park. Shuttles may be offered; taxis are available.
Trams are cheap and easy (pay as you leave). For Miyajima, the World Heritage Sea Route ferry from Motoyasu Pier by the Atomic Bomb Dome takes about 45 minutes each way.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Japanese yen (JPY). Cash is still handy; IC cards (Suica/Pasmo) work for transit.
Entry: U.S. citizens don't need a visa for short tourist stays under 90 days (Embassy of Japan in the USA, checked Oct 2026). Visit Japan Web pre-registration is optional.
Top sights nearby
- Peace Memorial Park and Museum
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Hiroshima Castle
- Shukkeien Garden
- Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima
Beaches
- None near the port.
Safety & tips
- Allow about 2 hours for Peace Park and the museum.
- Doing Peace Park and Miyajima needs about 6–7 hours.
- Carry yen; IC cards work on trams.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Be on a tram back to the port about 90 minutes before all-aboard.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.
Shore excursions that get you back on time
Prefer a guided option in Hiroshima? Browse shore excursions with reviews, and pick one that returns well before all-aboard.
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Quick answers
Can you explore Hiroshima on your own?
Yes, with some planning (rated Moderate). Peace Park is easy by tram; adding Miyajima makes a long day.
How far is it from the cruise dock to town in Hiroshima?
Hiroden trams run from Hiroshima Port (Ujina) into the city; allow about 35–40 minutes to Genbaku-Dome-mae for Peace Memorial Park. Shuttles may be offered; taxis are available.
Do I need a passport for Hiroshima?
U.S. citizens don't need a visa for short tourist stays under 90 days (Embassy of Japan in the USA, checked Oct 2026). Visit Japan Web pre-registration is optional.
When should I head back to the ship in Hiroshima?
Be on a tram back to the port about 90 minutes before all-aboard.
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