VanDusen Botanical GardenWith 22 hectares (55 acres) and roughly 11,000 different plant
species, VanDusen Botanical Garden is a spectacular showcase of the
natural world, right in the heart of Vancouver. Landscaped gardens
are laid out exquisitely and specific areas are cultivated to
demonstrate botanical relationships or geographical origins, such
as the popular Rhododendron Walk or the Sino Himalayan Garden. One
of the most popular events held in the garden is the annual
Festival of Lights, when the beauty of the flowers is matched by
over a million dazzling lights, set up in order to celebrate the
festive season. Choirs and carol singers, visits with Santa, a
Dancing Light display on Lake Island in the park, the Golden Chain
Walk, magicians and tasty treats are all part of this family
favourite, running from 9-31 December each year. Daily walking and
cart tours are available in the garden from April to October at 2pm
and also at 11am on Wednesdays.
Address: 5251 Oak Street (37th Avenue and Oak)
Website:
www.city.vancouver.bc.ca/parks/parks/vandusen/website
Email: sharon.brown@vancouver.ca
Telephone: (604) 878 9274
Transportation: #17 Oak bus from downtown Vancouver to West 37th
Avenue
Opening Time: 10am to 4pm (November to February); 10am to 5pm
(March and October); 10am to 6pm (April); 10am to 8pm (May); 9am to
8.30pm (June to August); 10am to 7pm (September). Festival of
Lights (December): 5pm to 9pm. Closed on Christmas
Day
Admission: April to September: C$10.25 (adults); C$7.50 (youth
13-18 years); C$5.50 (children 6-12 years). October to March:
C$7.50 (adult); C$5.50 (youth 13-18 years); C$4 (children 6-12
years). Other concessions are available |
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