Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden
A Fun Botanical Garden for Families Featuring Rare Tropical Plants, a Monkey Mountain, and a Water Plaza
The Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden is home to about 300 species and 3,000 tropical plants, including rare and uniquely named trees such as the Ice Cream Tree and the Breadfruit Tree, which are seldom seen in Hokkaido.
In addition to its diverse plant life, the garden offers plenty of attractions for families. There is a Monkey Mountain, footbaths, playground equipment for young children, battery-powered cars, and a refreshing water plaza that make it a perfect day-trip destination for locals and visitors from the Hakodate area.
One of the garden’s most popular features is the Japanese macaques bathing in a dedicated hot spring during the cold months. From December until about the Golden Week holidays in May, visitors can enjoy watching these adorable monkeys warming themselves in the hot spring—a heartwarming and uniquely Hokkaido experience.
The garden also occasionally hosts photography and pottery workshops, so be sure to check the official website for the latest event information.
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- Category
- With friends
- History, culture, art
- Family
- Travel style
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Zoos and botanical gardens, aquariums, amusement parks
- Theme parks, tourist facilities
- Travel Inspiration
- Unwind in a hot spring
- Have fun with the kids
- Ideas for a rainy day
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒042-0932
- Address
- 北海道函館市湯川町3-1-15
- Telephone Number
- 0138-57-7833
- Open
- 9:30-18:00 (April-October)
9:30-16:30 (November-March) - Closed
- Year-end and New Year holidays
- Prices
- Paid (Free of charge for elementary school students before entering elementary school)
- Car Park
- 120 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By streetcar: About 25 minutes from JR Hakodate Station, get off at the Yunokawa stop, and walk about 15 minutes
●By car: About 8 minutes from Hakodate Airport - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
