Lafcadio Hearn Gardens: A Global Journey

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: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens - These authentic Japanese Gardens are located in the picturesque seaside town of Tramore, County Waterford, Ireland, offering stunning views of the Beach and Bay. The gardens narrate the captivating story of Irish writer Patrick Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo), who spent his childhood in Ireland and whose life…
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…

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
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Kevin
Mar 9, 2025
Hidden gem in tramore! - We were in the area and wanted to do something with the kids before we headed down to the seafront and came across a sign for the Japanese gardens , it was immaculately kept and the kids loved it! The person working in the cabin couldn't have been nicer and we were made to feel extremely welcomed
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Karen_l
Sep 7, 2024
A gem - A hidden gem of peace and tranquillity. The story boards were interesting and the garden was beautifully maintained.
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Caitlin_m
Aug 23, 2024
Beautiful experience - If you’re an art lover you will definitely appreciate the gardens a little more but even if art isn’t your strong suit the gardens is a lovely walk with beautiful plants and flowers
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Breda_m
Aug 19, 2024
The warm welcome at your... - The warm welcome at your reception desk n the wonderful cappuccino I had whilst sitting out overlooking the gardens before embarking on my most memorable n wonderful walk through the Gardens. I enjoyed every second esp reading Sean Dunnes beautiful words along my journey. I'll be back again definitely. Wonderful.
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Orlatrip
Jul 20, 2024
Tramore's Japanese Crown - Went to this beautiful garden with a good friend and both of us were blown away. It's stunning to see and mostly to experience - to take a while to just sit and relax and let the chill vibe of the place permeate your body. It is sublime! On top of the place being so beautifully created and maintained, the staff are fab. Spent a while speaking with a gardener who is so impassioned and dedicated to the park, he'd inpire you. Chatted with the lady who is running it as far as I know and she couldn't have been more friendly and accommodating. She really wanted us to fully enjoy our experience. Her husband (the guy with the lovely Northern Irish accent) was likewise - he was lovely and encouraged us to stay and experience the storytelling workshop. Unfortunately, we couldn't as we had to catch a train, but will defo the next day. I am coming down again with my husband next month to go again and have time set to fully engage in all the experiences this beautiful park has to offer. Incalcuable. Fantastic park. Tramore is beautiful and this is like its Japanese crown. FAB. Highly, highly recommend.
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494ashlingh
Jul 17, 2024
The highlight of our holiday - Went here with my mum and 5 year old son. My mum said it was the highlight of our holiday in Tramore. My son enjoyed trying to find all the fairy doors and wants to go back to see the real fairies!
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Iveta_k
Jul 15, 2024
Relaxing walk - Lovely, relaxing place for walk or just sitting down and enjoying garden. Followed by nice refreshments at café. They also have great selection of author's books.
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Bernie
Jun 20, 2024
A real treat of a garden with brilliant Japanese features. - Its amazing how this garden has been transformed in a decade. The vision of Agnes Aylward the instigater of developing this garden is extraordinary. The fact that it is run by people on a Community Employment Scheme is absolutely wonderful. The staff showed real commitment to the project and the gardens and were very knowledgeable of its history. Great to see genuine Community involvement.
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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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Rebeccamaher1994
Sep 7, 2024
A hidden gem - Very relaxing Staff are very knowledgeable and friendly Would highly recommend for people to go and see the beautiful gardens
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