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The World’s 100 Best Botanical Gardens

VanDusen Botanical Garden

Vancouver, Canada

  1. WORLD’S BEST BOTANICAL GARDENS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 47 2026
VanDusen Botanical Garden

A 55-acre botanical garden in central Vancouver with plants from around the world, ponds, a lake and themed sections. Seasonal events include a spring cherry blossom festival, autumn Harvest Days and a winter light festival.

Highlights

  • Elizabethan Hedge Maze
  • Cherry trees and Sakura festival
  • Lake and pond views

Good to know

  • Online tickets cost less than gate price
  • Allow two to three hours
  • Paved paths suit mobility scooters

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