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Himeji: Himeji Castle & Kokoen Garden 3.5-Hour Guided Tour

By DeepExperience, Inc.
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$284 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Commemorate with a photo in front of the stunning castle tower
  • Let your guide introduce you to some hidden charms at the castle
  • Enjoy the intact beauty of Himeji Castle unchanged for 400 years
  • Learn the interesting history and trivia of this magnificent castle
  • Experience Kokoen Garden's serene ponds and seasonal blooms

Activity location

    • Himeji Castle
    • Himeji, Hyogo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒670-0927 兵庫県姫路市駅前町１８８−１ | Please meet your guide in front of the central ticket gate at JR Himeji station. The guide will be holding a yellow sign with DeepExperience logo.
    • 姫路市, 兵庫県, Japan

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Group Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English

This is a group tour, and there may be other participants joining as well.

Language options: English
Starting time: 1:00 PM
Price details
NZ$284.03 x 1 AdultNZ$284.03
Total
Price is NZ$284.03

Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 1:00 PM
Price details
NZ$461.28 x 1 AdultNZ$461.28
Total
Price is NZ$461.28

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry to Himeji Castle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry to Koko-en Garden

What you can expect

Himeji Castle, built in the early 1600s, has never seen battle and even survived World War II bombings. Its stunning white-plastered exterior gives it the nickname “White Heron Castle.” Our knowledgeable guide will take you through the 6-story tower, sharing fascinating stories and history. After exploring the castle, unwind in Kokoen Garden, a tranquil Japanese garden with beautiful ponds and seasonal flowers, offering a perfect complement to your historical journey. Don’t miss this chance to experience both the grandeur of Himeji Castle and the serene beauty of Kokoen Garden!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Himeji Castle
    • Himeji, Hyogo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒670-0927 兵庫県姫路市駅前町１８８−１ | Please meet your guide in front of the central ticket gate at JR Himeji station. The guide will be holding a yellow sign with DeepExperience logo.
    • 姫路市, 兵庫県, Japan