What makes it 90% Solo-Friendly: A solo traveler can quietly roam 75 ha of themed gardens, bird-watch at feeder stations, study in the free horticulture library, and join guided tours; only bad weather or peak-season crowds may slow the visit.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Enough time to explore key greenhouses and themed gardens at a relaxed pace.
Self-guided Arboretum tour:
Wander the Rose, Alpine, Vegetable and Fragrance gardens using a free map.
Tip: Pick up the map at reception and follow signposts to cover highlights efficiently.
Explore Exhibition Greenhouses:
Visit ten greenhouses showcasing orchids, bonsai, cacti and a tropical rainforest.
Tip: Start with the rainforest greenhouse to beat the midday crowd and humidity.
Birdwatching at feeder stations:
Spot chickadees, cardinals and woodpeckers year-round at outdoor feeders.
Tip: Bring binoculars and sit quietly on a bench near the feeders in the morning.
Visit the Frédéric Back Tree Pavilion:
Admire interpretive exhibits and overlook the Arboretum from a wooden pavilion.
Tip: Go on a rainy day for a cozy, dry spot with free Wi-Fi.
Browse the horticultural library:
Research 26,000 plant species in one of North America’s largest botanical libraries.
Tip: Open Tue–Thu 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; ask staff for quiet study spots.

Simranjeet Kaur
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
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
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
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
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 ...
In spring, catch cherry blossoms in the Japanese Garden; summer mornings offer cooler walks and butterflies; fall reveals vibrant foliage; winter lets you enjoy heated greenhouses without crowds.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult admission | CAD 23.75 |
| Snack or coffee | CAD 10 |
| Souvenir | CAD 5 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 38.75 |
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