Peace Memorial Park & Museum

Where it is & how to get there

• Tram: Tram to Genbaku Dome-mae or Chuden-mae.
• Time: Allow at least 2 hours for the museum.
• Content: Exhibits are emotionally difficult; consider this for children.

The story of the Peace Memorial Park

The Peace Memorial Park was built on what had been Hiroshima's busiest district before 6 August 1945. Designed by architect Kenzo Tange, it holds the Cenotaph for the A-bomb Victims, the Flame of Peace and many memorials.

The museum tells the story of the bombing through survivors' belongings, photographs and testimonies. The Flame of Peace will burn until all nuclear weapons are abolished.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• The museum is moving. Allow time to reflect afterwards.
• Book museum tickets early on busy days.
• Leave time to sit quietly in the park afterwards.

What's around the Peace Memorial Park

• Atomic Bomb DomeAcross the river.
• CenotaphFrames the dome and the flame.
• Children's Peace MonumentInspired by Sadako Sasaki.
• Shukkeien GardenHistoric garden.

Questions travellers ask