4.5The Butchart Gardens(11.5k reviews) - Wow! Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens • Scenic Walking Areas
Come enjoy our breathtaking 22 ha (55 acres) of gardens year around. In Spring, countless tulips, daffodils and hyacinths will give you a buffet of fragrances and colours. You’ll be saying “wow” when you experience our Summer: The Rose Garden, evening entertainment, subtle night illuminations, the Saturday firework show, and boat tours to name a few of the delights. Perennial borders start their stunning show in late summer, and the Japanese maples turn to russet, gold, and red in the fall. Be captivated by the Magic of Christmas with its decorations, expansive lighting and outdoor ice skating rink. Top off the day with a ride on the carousel and a great meal. Come see why we’ve been designated a National Historic Site.See more..
4.5Queen Elizabeth Park(2.368 reviews) - Interesting and relaxing place Spent 1-2 hours Parks • Gardens
Situated on Little Mountain - the highest point in Vancouver proper - this former rock quarry has been converted into a beautiful city park with flower gardens, public art, grassy knolls, and panoramic views over the city.See more..
VanDusen Botanical Garden is a 55-acre oasis in the heart of Vancouver with over 7,500 plant species and varieties from around the world! Spot and photograph local wildlife, find your way through an Elizabethan hedge maze, unwind in a serene setting, dine on the patios of the Garden Café or Shaughnessy Restaurant, and browse the garden-themed gift shop. VanDusen has something for everyone to enjoy! The Garden's multi-award winning LEED Platinum Visitor Centre was named Most Sustainable Building of the Year in 2014. Shaped like an orchid when viewed from above, its organic lines echo the way nature and conservation have been considered at every turn.See more..
4.0Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden(1.573 reviews) - A wonderful opportunity to learn more about Chinese history and culture Thursday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings • Gardens
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a site of cultural heritage, learning, and reflection in Vancouver's historic Chinatown. Modeled after Ming Dynasty private scholar’s gardens, it is the first of its kind built outside of China. This neighbourhood gem has been named one of the world's "Top City Gardens" by National Geographic.See more..
4.5Victoria Butterfly Gardens(1.087 reviews)from $14.53 - Butterflies more active in the afternoon. Thursday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
A Vibrant Jungle Experience. A unique opportunity to experience the beauty and curiosity of a tropical jungle up close. Meet our family with surprises at every turn. You’ll encounter tortoises, large iguanas, poison dart frogs, free flying tropical birds and more. Enjoy tropical fish, ducks, flamingos and koi fish in our serene pond and stream circulated by a stunning waterfall. Thousands of tropical butterflies (up to 70 species) fly through our large facilities the size of almost 3 basketball courts. Stroll through and marvel at our lush gardens including tropical flowers, carnivorous plants and fruits of the world. Wander in our newest Exhibit, the Insectarium, full of impressive insects & invertebrates from around the world. Your jungle adventure awaits.See more..
4.5Bloedel Conservatory(844 reviews)from $5.81 - Lots to see Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
Enjoy one of Vancouver’s most affordable attractions! Immerse yourself in the tropics at Bloedel Conservatory – a must-see indoor attraction located at the highest point of Vancouver in Queen Elizabeth Park. With exotic birds, vibrant koi fish, and over 500 varieties of lush tropical plants, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy under the Conservatory dome. After your visit, venture out to discover the captivating fountains, charming gardens, and breathtaking city views of Queen ElizabethSee more..
4.5Whistler Olympic Plaza(496 reviews) - Whistler Village/Town Plaza/Olympic Center ... it's all the same (awesome) thing Spent 1-2 hours Parks • Gardens • Playgrounds
Our day trip via Epic bus from Vancouver deposited us within spitting distance of the Town Plaza, Olympic Plaza, etc. but, in all honesty, this is a pretty small piece of geography. Not wanting to split hairs, it is mere steps from one point to another and all the others. And so, here it is: Whistler Village's various named off-shoots are all parts of Whistler's Village. Enjoy the adventure, eat and shop and explore. The Town Plaza is the main area upon arrival. But do adventure out to visit walking destinations (like Lost Lake) and follow your nose. The Whistler Village is small enough that folks cannot get lost unless they really, really work at it.See more..
4.5Kasugai Japanese Garden(404 reviews) - Beautiful Oasis of Tranquility in centre of downtown business. Gardens
This is NOT to be missed when visiting downtown Kelowna. It's heaven to simply sit and enjoy the greenery while I"m eating lunch or enjoying a coffee. It's the perfect way to find peace for a few minutes if you're waiting for a bus or a dinner reservation nearby.See more..
Top rate garden. Many hands make light work as they say. There are many volunteers who work here. Everything was perfect. Well tended garden with bridges, ponds, water falls.See more..
4.5Tanglebank Gardens(103 reviews) - Delicious food in a welcoming setting Spent < 1 hour Gardens
Brambles Bistro offers a rounded menu with intense flavours in every dish. The lush greenery that surrounds the restaurant makes for beautiful ambience. We also enjoy eating food predominantly sourced locally.See more..
A true Similkameen oasis and historic site featuring Western Canada's only working waterwheel-powered flour mill, lovely gardens and much more. Enjoy informative tours, lunch in our restaurant, local products in the gift shop or an overnight stay in our campground. We also host many community and special events through the season including workshops, presentations, concerts, weddings and more.See more..
4.0Park & Tilford Gardens(100 reviews) - A time to relax and meditate in the heart of the city. Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Gardens
What a peaceful garden. Location and private walk. The place was not busy but seemed to have a continual flow of people visiting the gardens. See more..
This is a tranquil, serene jewel in the midst of a busy neighbourhood, right behind New Westminster's City Hall. Hear birds sing, water burble, and children laughing. A meandering walk takes you down beside the little river, where you can cross a Chinese-type bridge at the bottom and walk back up on the other side. Or you can jump from stone to stone in the middle of the water feature. In springtime, smile at the glorious cherry blossoms. In summer, bathe in the greenery and watch the pond ducks do what ducks do. In autumn, walk through the gloriously coloured, crunchy leaves. In winter, feel the brisk stillness and watch the ice glow in the twilight. Whatever the season, it's a wonderful, rejuvenating break from the vicissitudes of life.See more..
This small park is nicely located in the downtown area and it has a gazebo, which is used as a bandstand where you can enjoy summertime concerts. During the summertime weekends you can also enjoy the farmers market. Remembrance day services are also held at this location at the cenotaph.See more..
Nice calm/mellow area to enjoy. Not overly elaborate, thought it would be larger. Public restrooms available as it's in a public park. Directly next to a city bus stop so easy access for those without a car. Also found ample parking. Good park and garden to see if you are in the area, but not worth driving far to experience it.See more..
Port Kells Nursery is a 'one stop' shopping place for ALL your garden needs. Staff is always so helpful and full of knowledge to help plan your yard.See more..
apon our visit to the libary we discovered this beautiful little treasure of a walk...very quiet and relaxing;See more..
4.5Inspiration Garden(14 reviews) - A community garden should be applauded and supported Spent < 1 hour Gardens
The Inspiration Garden has only been open around 6 years, just beside Lafarge Lake, located at the corner of Guildford Way and Pipeline Road. You know you are there when you see a big bumblebee made of flowers on a wire frame. After a few years of hard work by the volunteers and staff they turned this garden into a vibrant attractive place to visit. We like to stop by there once in awhile to see the beautiful flower display, the fruit trees and the vegetable. Sometimes we see groups of little kids there helping out and learn some gardening skills. They also have workshops for adults too. Recently we talked to a lady that volunteers there. She told us, all the beans, lettuce and cucumbers that grow there are for the food bank. This kind of community garden should be applauded and supported. Happy Travelling!See more..
Though it is right on 16th Avenue, once you enter the garden you will find yourself relaxing and slowing down. The beautiful trails and mature trees towering over you connect you to nature and the lady who created the garden. Her enthusiasm for unique plants shows everywhere-she chose plants that have unusual features.See more..
4.5Ferncliff Gardens(8 reviews) - Beautful gardens to take photos of dahlias Spent < 1 hour Gardens
This garden is only open for a short time each year . Basically from mid August to the end of September . Anyone who loves flowers would enjoy this spot. The family who runs the farm are very friendly and will answer any questions you have . One year we wandered onto their private property and instead of chasing us off they told us the history of their business . They do sell bulbs also but the attraction for us is the row upon row of dahlias . There are so many varieties and they have developed quite a few varieties themselves . Almost every colour is represented . It's a great destination to test out your photography skills. Watch for bees as they are everywhere !See more..
5.0The Glades, 561 172 St, Surrey, BC V3S 9P8(8 reviews) - If you love rhododendrons, azaleas, peace, tranquility and true beauty, you should visit. Spent 1-2 hours Gardens
Words cannot express the feelings you get walking through The Glades. You just need to go...you will see when you go through here what i mean.See more..
4.5Lions Memorial Park(7 reviews) - Great Picnic Area Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Parks • Gardens
We love to go and pick up a light lunch and take it to the park on a nice summer day. Very relaxing with the trees and the creek running through. See more..
5.0Tuscan Farm Gardens(7 reviews) - A Prize Jewel for Mt. Lehman Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Farms • Gardens
Our thousands of lavender plants will welcome you with their colour and fragrance. In our flower gardens, discover a lily pond, fountains, and a gazebo surrounded by roses. In our shop, discover the handmade, all-natural products that we create with the flowers and herbs we grow, including essential oil soap, honey, tea, and luxurious spa products. On weekends, you can also enjoy lavender ice cream, lemonade, and treats in the shop. Bring some of the beauty home by purchasing fresh or dried lavender bundles.See more..
5.0Ambleside Butterfly Garden(1 review) - Pretty Community Butterfly Garden- good area for gardeners to explore Thursday: Gardens
This is a lovely garden planted and maintained by volunteers in the community. it's a gorgeous oceanside location that is a beautiful area to walk and explore. There are a number of vibrant gardens in the area including two community gardens, Navvy Jack Gardens at the foot of 21st on the Sea Walk, and seniors centre gardens. The butterfly garden is predominately native plants and there is something blooming 12 months of the year. Their website has a self-directed scavenger hunt that's good for families.See more..
3.0McKitrick Garden(1 review) - Quiet Time Out Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Gardens
This is a small garden just north of the SunGod Rec Centre. There is a pathway that winds it's way through. A large Gazebo offers shelter. Most of the plantings here are native perennial species. Not exactly a show garden but it's nice enough and a pleasant stroll that will only take a few minutes. Some of the plants are identified.See more..
Shangrila Farm is a natural paradise garden where you can feel a deep connection to the beauty of nature. 10 acres garden has wonderful view which is surrounded by 200 varieties dahlia flowers, 400 green sculptures, 6 future gardens.See more..
