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Jardin botanique de Montréal (with baby)

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How Baby-Friendly is Jardin botanique de Montréal?

83%Baby-Friendly
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What makes it 83% Baby-Friendly: Babies enter free, and reception offers stroller loans, a nursing room and changing tables; smooth paths and benches ease care, yet long outdoor distances can tire caregivers in rain or summer heat.

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Positives:

  • Baby-friendly services: Free stroller loans, changing tables and nursing rooms are included with admission.
  • Flat, accessible paths: Wide paved walkways and ramps make it easy to push a stroller.

Challenges:

  • Stroller availability: Loans are limited and go fast on weekends and holidays.
  • Summer crowds: Popular greenhouses can feel busy; plan to arrive at opening.
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What is Jardin botanique de Montréal?

  • A 75-hectare botanical garden in Montreal, established in 1931 and designated a Canadian National Historic Site in 2008
  • A horticultural institution housing over 26,000 plant species across ten themed greenhouses and thirty outdoor gardens
  • A research and conservation centre renowned for its French-inspired layouts and extensive native and exotic flora collections

What is so special about Jardin botanique de Montréal for with baby?

  1. Baby under 4 enters free and gets stroller loans
  2. Changing tables and nursing rooms at Reception
  3. Flat routes, benches and feeder stations for easy breaks
  4. Ten themed greenhouses offer climate-controlled exploring
  5. Chinese Dream Lake Garden has smooth loops and rest spots

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time to borrow a stroller, see key greenhouses and rest between gardens without rushing.

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Baby-Friendly Activities in Jardin botanique de Montréal

Borrow a stroller:

Get a free stroller at Reception with ID deposit.

Tip: Arrive early to secure one before they run out.

Use baby-care facilities:

Find changing tables and a private nursing room in the Reception Centre.

Tip: Ask staff for directions to avoid extra walking.

Explore Exhibition Greenhouses:

Visit the bonsai, rainforest and arid houses included with admission.

Tip: Start here to enjoy cooler indoor temperatures and minimize walking.

Birdwatching at feeder stations:

Watch chickadees and cardinals from benches along flat paths.

Tip: Bring a small snack to keep baby engaged while you observe.

Stroll Dream Lake Garden:

Walk through the Ming-style Chinese garden with smooth paths.

Tip: Use the paved loops and benches to rest and feed the baby.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Jardin botanique de Montréal

  1. Grab stroller first: Head to Reception at opening time to ensure you get a stroller.
  2. Plan indoor-outdoor loops: Alternate greenhouse stops with short outdoor strolls for breaks.
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Reviews of Jardin botanique de Montréal

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Simranjeet Kaur

Simranjeet Kaur

Nov 2025

Absolutely loved visiting Jardin botanique de Montréal! 🌸 The gardens are breathtaking…..especially the Japanese and Chinese gardens. Everything is so peaceful and beautifully maintained. It’s the perfect place to relax, take photos, and enjoy nature. A must-visit spot in Montréal for sure! 🌿

NJ Castelino

NJ Castelino

Nov 2025

My wife and I visited the Jardin botanique de Montréal during our trip, and we absolutely loved it. The gardens are stunning, you can tell how much care and attention goes into maintaining the place. There’s so much to see, from colorful flower beds to themed gardens. The Chinese and Japanese gardens were the highlights for us, both are so peaceful and beautifully designed. Be prepared to do quite...

Suza

Suza

Oct 2025

Beautiful garden, amazing experience with the garden of lights exhibition. I was never much of a fan of botanical gardens but this one was absolutely magical and the whole area is just gorgeous, a great photo spot and a nice walk around with interesting exhibits. We can right around sundown, which was absolutely lovely and stayed until the lightshow started, then it got too crowded, hence I would ...

George D

George D

Oct 2025

We got ticket to see Jardin des lumierd show and those tickets give us access during the day too. In one day we visit two times the Botanical garden. The garden is organized in different areas and you have Japanese garden, Chinese Garden , alpine garden etc. Great walk and great view - flowers , nature and nice design of the garden. You need around 2 hours to make the tour. For Night tour the sho...

Pete Forgione

Pete Forgione

Oct 2025

Had a bit of extra time one morning on a recent first visit to the wonderful city of Montreal. I discovered that it boasted a botanical garden (one of my favorite things since visiting Australia where every major city seems to have one); even though there was a modest fee for entering, I decided to take the short metro ride to visit. Great decision! Whether the Chinese Garden (probably the most ...

When is the best time to visit Jardin botanique de Montréal (Montreal, Canada)?

Spring brings tulip and cherry blooms near the Rose Garden. Summer can be hot; plan greenhouse visits midday. Fall shows vibrant leaf colors in the Arboretum. Winter greenhouses offer a warm escape.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)

ItemCost (Approx.)
2 adult admission ticketsCAD 47.5
Cafe snacks and drinksCAD 15
Total EstimatedCAD 62.5

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Jardin botanique de Montréal

Address: 4101 R. Sherbrooke E, Montréal, QC H1X 2B2, Canada

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About Jardin botanique de Montréal

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+1 855-518-4506

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