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VanDusen Botanical Garden (with baby)

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How Baby-Friendly is VanDusen Botanical Garden?

81%Baby-Friendly
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What makes it 81% Baby-Friendly: Babies enter free, paths suit strollers, and changetable washrooms exist; still, no listed nursing room, some gravel stretches, and no stroller rental lower ease for caregivers.

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Positives:

  • Free entry for preschoolers: Children 4 and under enter free; one adult can supervise up to five young children
  • Stroller access: Most main paths and Visitor Centre floors are wide, smooth, and stroller-friendly
  • Baby-change facilities: Accessible washrooms inside include extra space and change tables

Challenges:

  • No dedicated nursing room: Baby-changing stations aren’t listed; call ahead to reserve a quiet spot
  • Cart tour seats limited: Tours run 1 pm–4 pm on a first-come basis and may fill up quickly
  • Gravel trail sections: Some secondary paths have loose gravel that may jostle your baby
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What is VanDusen Botanical Garden?

  • A 55-acre botanical garden in Vancouver dedicated to conserving and showcasing plant diversity from temperate to tropical climates
  • A living collection arranged into themed landscapes such as the Asian Garden, Elizabethan Hedge Maze and Pacific Northwest native plant area
  • A cultivated environment that integrates water features, architectural pavilions and winding pathways to illustrate horticultural artistry

What is so special about VanDusen Botanical Garden for with baby?

  1. Free admission for baby under 5
  2. Smooth stroller-friendly paths
  3. Guided cart tours for easy sightseeing
  4. Picnic spots under cherry trees
  5. Accessible washrooms with change tables

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows a relaxed pace with stroller breaks and time for a picnic and cart tour

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Baby-Friendly Activities in VanDusen Botanical Garden

Stroller-friendly garden paths:

Explore paved and smooth gravel trails suited for strollers

Tip: Bring a sturdy stroller and stick to main paved loops for a smooth ride

Volunteer-led cart tour:

Hop on a motorized cart for a guided circuit of the garden

Tip: Arrive by 1 pm to secure a seat; tours run until 4 pm on a first-come basis

Picnic on the Great Lawn:

Relax under cherry trees with a picnic basket from the Garden Café

Tip: Pre-order your basket on arrival to ensure availability

Visitor Centre facilities:

Use accessible washrooms with baby-change space

Tip: Stop here first to change your baby before starting your stroll

Elizabethan Hedge Maze:

Stroll or push the stroller around the playful maze

Tip: Take turns leading to spot garden sculptures and photo spots

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to VanDusen Botanical Garden

  1. Arrive at opening: Beat crowds, secure cart tour seats, and find prime parking
  2. Use Visitor Centre first: Change the baby and plan your route before entering the garden
  3. Pre-order lunch: Order picnic baskets early to avoid midday sell-outs
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Reviews of VanDusen Botanical Garden

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Rienzi Gabriel

Rienzi Gabriel

Aug 2025

VanDusen Botanical Garden is absolutely stunning! The gardens are beautifully maintained with an incredible variety of plants, flowers, and themed sections that change with the seasons. It’s peaceful, picturesque, and perfect for a relaxing stroll or photography. The walking paths are easy to navigate, making it great for all ages. If you’re in Vancouver, this is a must-visit oasis that feels like...

Dave Kieda

Dave Kieda

Aug 2025

Beautiful flower and very casual walk around. Great variety of trees and plants. With the shaugnessy restarant next door, it makes for a nice place to spend several hours and wander. Parking is free and it fees uncrowded even during busy times. Plenty of benches everywhere. Be advised during summer camp weeks the maze may be filled with lots of small kids who tear though it with high spirits a...

Mikael Besse

Mikael Besse

Aug 2025

What a great place ! I didn't know what to expect after I've done several gardens in different cities but this was definitely an amazing one. It's bid enough for you to wander for a couple of hours, it has a restaurant, a café and you can even bring your own picnic basket or buy one there so you can enjoy a sunny afternoon with family or friends. The garden is very well maintained with different z...

Sally K

Sally K

Jul 2025

The garden was beautiful and definitely worth the $15 per adult. We had so much fun and spent a good amount of time exploring. I just wish they highlighted some of the must-see spots better on the map, like the waterfall, pond, maze, and rose garden. Overall, a lovely place to visit!

Liia

Liia

Jul 2025

At VanDusen Botanical Garden, you can explore a stunning variety of plants, trees, and flowers. It’s a wonderful place to feel like a small part of nature and marvel at its breathtaking beauty. Kids will love following the map you can pick up at the entrance from the ticket desk, checking off everything they’ve seen from the list, it’s so much fun for them! The maze feels like something straight o...

When is the best time to visit VanDusen Botanical Garden (Vancouver, Canada)?

Visit in spring for cherry blossoms and tulips. Summer brings picnic baskets and shaded benches. In fall, enjoy Harvest Days weekend events. The winter light festival is best after baby’s afternoon nap.

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

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult admission (2)CAD 26
Picnic basketCAD 25
Snack and coffeeCAD 10
Total EstimatedCAD 61

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 VanDusen Botanical Garden

Address: 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1, Canada

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About VanDusen Botanical Garden

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 5:00 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

+1 604-257-8463

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