These wonderful gardens in the heart of Vancouver have been open since 1975. The garden design features displays of plants in picturesque landscape settings.
Specific garden areas are planted to illustrate botanical relationships, such as the Rhododendron Walk, or geographical origins, as in Sino Himalayan Garden.
These areas are set amidst rolling lawns, tranquil lakes and dramatic rockwork with views of the mountains and Vancouver cityscape.
The mild Vancouver climate allows the cultivation of an outstanding plant collection which is a delight any time of the year. VanDusen's collection includes 11,500 accessioned plants representing more than 7,300 plant families and 255,000 individual plants from around the world.
The plant collections represent ecosystems that range from tropical South Africa, to the Himalayas, to the South America and the Mediterranean, across Canada’s Boreal forests and Great Plains to plants native to the Pacific Northwest.
There is always something interesting to see, no matter what the season!
VanDusen Botanical Garden provides an inspiring and enjoyable environment for visitors of all ages and interests. With its excellent collections and the beauty of their display, the Garden promotes knowledge and understanding of the world of plants and their fundamental importance to life.
Author: Bob Saunders.
The garden shop features much locally produced items for home and garden.
Restaurant The Shaughnessy Restaurant is open from 11.30 to 9pm and serves Lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Open at 11am on Sat and Sun and serves brunch.
Truffles cafe is located within the visitors centre and is open from 8am to 8.30pm
The garden is located in the heart of Vancouver at 5251 Oak Street at the corner of 37th Ave, between Oak & Granville Streets.
Travel time by car or bus from downtown Vancouver or Vancouver International Airport is 10 minutes.