Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens: A Journey through Victorian, American, Greek, and Japanese Cultures
4.6
53 Ratings
Tramore
Embark on a captivating journey through Victorian, American, Greek, and Japanese cultures at the Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens in Tramore, County Waterford. Explore the life and wanderings of Lafcadio Hearn through beautifully designed gardens and discover a stunning collection of Japanese plants and architectural features.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens - These Authentic Japanese Gardens are set in the beautiful seaside town of Tramore, County Waterford, Ireland. These stunning gardens reflect the life and extensive wanderings of Patrick Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo), who grew up in Ireland, and whose life journey embraced several parts of the world. The gardens pay homage to the fame he attained in Japan through his incomparable literary descriptions of the people, customs and culture of that country. Follow Lafcadio Hearn’s life journey, first through the Victorian Garden, then to the American and Greek gardens, until you eventually arrive in the Japanese gardens which feature many Japanese plants and Japanese architectural features. The Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens are a haven of beauty and tranquility for all who visit. Children are introduced to these magical gardens through a special children’s discovery trail, secret pathways, woodlands and Lafcadio Hearn’s fairytales and folklore.
What's Included
- Self-guided tour
- Includes all taxes
What's Not Included
- Self-guided tour does not include a guide
Additional Information
The picturesque coastal town of Tramore, County Waterford, is home to the impressive Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens. These incredible gardens mirror the complex life and diverse travels of Patrick Lafcadio Hearn (known as Koizumi Yakumo), an Ireland-born individual whose life chapters unfolded in various parts of the globe. Discover Hearn’s life path starting from the Victorian Garden, progressing to the American and Greek gardens, and finally culminating in the Japanese gardens adorned with numerous Japanese flora and architectural elements.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens
Pond Road
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(53 Ratings)
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Lindark1009hi
Feb 4, 2024
One for the books. - Absolutely stunning gardens. So calming and relaxing and the views from the sit down area are breathtaking… The lemon drizzle cake made our day 10/10. Would recommend!
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Marielouises281
Dec 17, 2023
A lovely Christmas experience. - We travelled to visit the garden's Christmas lights experience and it was just magical! A stunning display beautifully set out. Friendly staff on hand and gorgeous treats available. Well worth visiting.
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Jacsabmae
Dec 4, 2023
Unforgettable trip - I brought a group of children (15) from the children’s charity I work for to the the Christmas lights. From the moment we entered it was magical, the staff could not have done more for us. Asking the children to sing them songs, offering hugs and just being truly wonderful. I honestly can’t emphasise enough how amazing the whole experience was. On the bus home they could not stop talking about “the most magical best day ever” - a direct quote from a 6 year old
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Vacationer401551
Oct 9, 2023
Garden visit - We were able to walk around a carefully kept garden and read some explanatory boards.
It would have been more colourful in the summer but we really enjoyed the visit.
Also, great cake
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Mike
Sep 14, 2023
Best Experience In Years 🏆. - One of the best Japanese Gardens on the planet in which we’ve had the pleasure & honour of immersing ourselves. 120 out of 100 - not to be missed, no excuses. Allied to which, the staff (mainly volunteers) are extraordinarily friendly, informative &, as one would hope, über chilled & laid back.
So proud that such fabulous gardens are in Ireland.
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Genniemcguire
Aug 16, 2023
Gorgeous Garden -
What a treat this garden is!! It follows a trail inspired by Lafcardio Hearn's life as a travel writer. As he spent most of the latter half of his life in Japan, this is the biggest inspiration. We visited twice, early spring and early summer (& plan another trip this month) and were amazed how the vistas changed with the different plants coming into bloom. It's small but so perfect in its details. Well worth a visit. Nice coffee, & occasional events.
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George_c
Aug 12, 2023
Go there - A beautiful and relaxing place to be, very well maintained and the staff were extremely courteous and helpful
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Rosalleen
Jul 25, 2023
Lovely garden, well worth a visit. - Went there this morning, beautiful gardens which took me through the life of its creator. Loved the stories along the way, beautiful planting, fabulous walks, though small it's well worth a visit. Had a lovely coffee and cake before I left.
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Dhannigan2014
Jul 27, 2023
A beautiful place of pure tranquility and calm, and not just for garden lovers. - There is such peace and calm in this exceptionally beautiful and well cared for Japanese garden. Despites it's small size, it is a beautiful stroll, inviting contemplation and relaxation in its many perfectly formed and well tended spaces.
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331cliffa
Dec 5, 2023
Might be better in Summer - We were pretty disappointed with the gardens. In fairness, we went in November and they still had Halloween decorations up which we thought weren't very well done. Entry was 7 Euro for an adult and 3 for a child. I'm not sure I'd go back even in a better time of year.
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