Green Lake pier, South Cariboo BC, British Columbia, Canada

British Columbia Gardens

Queen Elizabeth Park

Originally a basalt quarry, the Queen Elizabeth Park has become the second most visited park in Vancouver after Stanley Park. Queen Elizabeth Park is also home to the Bloedel Conservatory greenhouse ...more »

  • Location: Vancouver City
  • Type: Parks
  • Tel: 604-873-7000

ELYSIUM Gardens

ELYSIUM Gardens is situated on four acres of perennial display garden including a Japanese-inspired garden. The gardens are open from April to September ...more »

  • Location: Kelowna
  • Type: Gardens
  • Tel: 250-491-1368

VanDusen Botanical Garden

VanDusen Botanical Gardens are set on 55 acres of land in the heart of Vancouver, minutes from the downtown core ...more »

  • Location: Vancouver City
  • Type: Gardens
  • Tel: 604-878-9274

Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

The Dr Sun Yat-Sen Garden is a classical Chinese garden based on the four main elements of harmony: rock, water, plants and architecture which combined creates a perfect balance and experience of yin ...more »

  • Location: Vancouver City
  • Type: Gardens
  • Tel: 604-662-3207

Okanagan Lavender Herb Farm

The Okanagan Lavender Herb Farm located in Kelowna provides sweeping views of the Okanagan Lake. ...more »

  • Location: Kelowna
  • Type: Gardens
  • Tel: 250-764-7795

Government House Gardens

The grounds of the official residence to the Lieutenant Governor of BC are free and open daily from dawn to dusk. 14.6 ha (36 acres) include a rare Garry Oak ecosystem, herbal, native plant and more. ...more »

  • Location: Victoria
  • Type: Gardens
  • Tel: (250) 387-2080

Minter Gardens & Garden Centre

Minter Gardens & Garden Centre is a renowned show garden located 90 minutes east of downtown Vancouver, BC at the base of Mount Cheam in the Fraser Valley ...more »

  • Location: Chilliwack
  • Type: Gardens
  • Tel: 604-792-3799

Stanley Park

Stanley Park is an evergreen sanctuary of 400 hectares (1,000 acres) in downtown Vancouver ...more »

  • Location: Vancouver City
  • Type: Parks
  • Tel: 604-873-7000

Butchart Gardens

Butchart Gardens, located on the southern end of Vancouver Island, covers 22ha (55 acres) of gardens and all-season landscapes. The gardens are popular with horticulture enthusiasts ...more »

  • Location: Victoria
  • Type: Gardens
  • Tel: 250-652-4422

Milner Gardens and Woodlands

Milner Gardens and Woodlands is a beautiful seaside public garden set in a natural Douglas Fir coastal woodland in Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island. ...more »

  • Location: Qualicum Beach
  • Type: Gardens
  • Tel: 250-752-8573

All British Columbia Things To Do

Our Local Experts say:

Beautiful gardens in BC can be visited throughout the different communities, with many on the lower mainland and Vancouver Island open year round.

Some gardens throughout the province offer tours while others are self-guided. Expect to pay an entrance fee to some of the gardens in BC.

See also our parks section, walking and guided hiking tours, parks and fun tree parks and forest adventures for things to do on your holiday in BC.

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