About
A 22-hectare botanical paradise in the heart of Vancouver with over 7,500 plant species, the iconic Elizabethan Hedge Maze, a golden Laburnum Walk that blooms for just weeks each May, and the Festival of Lights — over a million lights transforming the garden into a winter wonderland every December.
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55-acre botanical garden with 7,500+ plant species
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Elizabethan Hedge Maze - 3,000 pyramidal cedars (1981)
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Sino-Himalayan Garden - 8 acres of Asian plants
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Nearly 1,000 rhododendron varieties (peak bloom May)
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Giant Sequoia grove
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Festival of Lights - 1 million+ lights (Nov-Jan)
Best Suited For
The Crowd
- 🌲Nature Lovers
- 🔹Garden Enthusiasts
- 🔹Solo Travelers
- 🧓Seniors
The Occasion
- 🔹Quiet Reflection
- 🔹Botanical Exploration
- 🔹Peaceful Recharge
- 🔹Leisurely Walk
Park Information
Admission
Fee Required
Amenities
Not Available
Park Rules
What to Bring & Insider Tips
Insider Tips
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Visit during the Laburnum Walk bloom (mid-May to early June) — the golden chain tree tunnel is the garden's most photographed moment and lasts only 2–3 weeks.
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Festival of Lights tickets sell out weeks in advance — book online in early November for December dates, especially weekends.
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The Elizabethan Hedge Maze is fun for all ages — it takes most visitors 10–20 minutes to find the centre.
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Shaughnessy Restaurant inside the garden serves excellent West Coast brunch and lunch — reservations recommended on weekends.
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April through June is peak bloom — cherry blossoms, rhododendrons, magnolias, and the Laburnum Walk create continuous colour.
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The garden is quietest on weekday mornings — arrive at opening for the best photography light and fewest visitors.
What to Bring
Best Seasons
Location
Getting Here
5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC
🚇 Transit
The #17 bus stops right outside on Oak Street, making transit a breeze. If you're coming by SkyTrain, get off at a Canada Line station like Oakridge–41st Ave and grab a connecting bus, as it's a bit of a trek on foot.
🚗 Parking
A large, free parking lot is available on-site, but it fills up fast on sunny weekends and during special events. Arrive early to snag a spot, or be prepared to hunt for limited street parking in the surrounding residential neighbourhood.