Browse Walks in Minamishimabara-shi, Nagasaki Prefecture, JP

This two-hour walking tour of Minamishimabara-shi, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan, will take you through the city's vibrant streets and provide you with a unique glimpse into the culture and history of the area.

The tour will begin at the Minamishimabara City Hall (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 32.925538, Longitude: 130.027180). Here, you can take in the beautiful architecture of the building and learn about the city's history.

Next, you will head to the Minamishimabara Castle Ruins (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 32.925538, Longitude: 130.027180). This is the site of the former castle of the Shimabara Domain, and it is a great place to learn about the area's past.

Afterwards, you will make your way to the Shimabara Catholic Church (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 32.925538, Longitude: 130.027180). This is the oldest Catholic church in Japan, and it is a great place to learn about the history of Christianity in the area.

Next, you will head to the Shimabara Onsen (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 33.886702, Longitude: -118.401308). This is a great place to relax and take a dip in the hot springs.

Afterwards, you will make your way to the Shimabara Shopping Street (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 32.925538, Longitude: 130.027180). Here, you can find a variety of shops and restaurants, and it is a great place to pick up souvenirs and local snacks.

Finally, you will end the tour at the Shimabara Port (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 40.570469, Longitude: -74.233714). Here, you can take in the beautiful views of the harbor and the surrounding area.

Along the way, you can also stop at the Shimabara Aquarium (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 32.925538, Longitude: 130.027180), where you can learn about the local marine life. You can also stop at the Shimabara Castle Park (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 32.925538, Longitude: 130.027180), where you can take in the beautiful views of the castle and the surrounding area.

For food and shopping, you can stop at the Shimabara Market (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 32.925538, Longitude: 130.027180), where you can find a variety of local produce and snacks. You can also stop at the Shimabara Shopping Arcade (Address: 〒857-0011 長崎県南しまばら市大字湊町字湊１０００, Latitude: 32.925538, Longitude: 130.027180), where you can find a variety of shops and restaurants.

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