Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day
Must-see Nagasaki in a day

What you'll do

Although the name Nagasaki is synonymous with devastating events of WWII, the city is much more than its monuments and memorials – and, with your local host leading the way, you’ll see 10 of its top attractions. You’ll navigate the crisscrossing lanes of Chinatown and celebrate the city’s resilience at Nagasaki Peace Park, then explore Nagasaki at Nakashima river, snapping pictures of Meganebashi bridge and shopping for traditional Japanese sweets at the 200-year-old Iwanaga Baijyuken sweet shop. But, you’ll also see famous temples and shrines, like Fukusai-ji temple (rebuilt as a mausoleum for fallen Japanese soldiers), the one-legged Sanno shrine (its second column was destroyed by the bomb), and Suwa shrine, a survivor of the attack.

 

Where you’ll go

You’ll go on a whirlwind experience in the heart of Nagasaki, squeezing in several of its unmissable attractions and seeing the city through a local’s eyes. North of the city center in the tranquil Heiwa district, home to Nagasaki Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Museum, you could take a moment to appreciate how Nagasaki’s people have rebuilt their city, or visit historic temples and shrines before exploring the bustling downtown area’s shops, restaurants, and cool cafes. One mile south, Nagasaki’s internationalized history will be tangible at stone-paved Dutch Slope (home to Western traders in the 1800s) and the old Dutch district, Dejima, where you could try the Western-influenced soul food of Nagasaki locals, toruko raisu (Turkish rice). 

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 8 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Private transportation on request

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish)

  • Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Experience outline

  • See 10 of Nagasaki’s top attractions with a local host to help you squeeze them all into eight hours
  • Visit the city’s most famous temples and shrines, including Fukusai-ji and Sanno
  • Hungry? Try some fusion food at the oldest Chinatown in Japan, or try a local soul food, toruko raisu (Turkish rice)
  • Experience the city’s Western influence at Dutch Slope and the old Dutch district, Dejima
  • Let your local host give you insider tips and recommendations for more unmissable things to see and do on your trip

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 8 hours with a host
  • Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Reviews

    Armand is very knowledgeable. The 8 hrs walking tour has been a fantastic opportunity to learn about Nagasaki, its history and culture. Armand was able to tailor the tour to my interests and needs, adding many insights from a local resident perspective.

    November 2023

    Enrico S

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