I was staying on campus for a few days and decided to visit the botanical garden for a nice walk. I…read morewas pleasantly surprised with the amount of flowering plants as the weather was still quite cold. The trail map was easy to follow and there were multiple areas to explore. I was fascinated by the medicinal herb area as each plant described the ailments it could treat. There was also a large area for growing produce that is being used to feed needy people in Vancouver. A portion of the trail is paved and there are also trails that are mostly mulch. It takes about 2 hours to cover the whole garden if you go at a leisurely pace. There are restrooms throughout the garden and the staff is very friendly. The parking lot is spacious and the parking rates are inexpensive. I believe it was $1.50 CA per hour. The google maps did route me to the back of the garden (no parking or entrance) so you may have to loop around to get to the front entrance. There is an information booth right in the front and the staff will give you a quick explanation of the layout of the place.

A vast garden near the UBC campus. It encompasses a large area next to the University. It is…read moredivided into different zones connected by well maintained walkways that wind through the whole garden. We visited there on a cloudy day in an early Saturday afternoon in early May. There were not many visitors so the views were unspoiled and magnificent. We visited specifically the Physic garden full of medicinal plants and the Food garden with edible plants. In the Physic garden, many varieties of herbs and medicinal species were showcased. Each is separately labelled for its uses and origin. As it's early in the season, the Food garden only had some hardy seedlings planted including onion, kale, cabbage, broccoli, rhubarb and Brussell sprouts. The dwarf apple bushes were just showing new leaves. Accordingly the produce harvested from this garden will be donated to charity. Even in early May the azaleas were in full bloom and prints a colorful picture. Tulips were at their last stage but still provide a rainbow of colors. There are hiking trails through the wooded area within the garden . You can easily spent 3-4 hours wondering through the park like setting studying the wide collection of plant species and enjoy the view! There is a parking lot nearby with minimal charge for parking. Entrance fee is very reasonable and discounts are available for seniors and children. Fees are in Canadian dollars so it's an added bonus for US visitors.

This is a spectacular place to visit with an array of tropical plants and trees and several…read moredifferent species of tropical birds. The cost of entry is very reasonable.

Bloedel Conservatory is a very cool indoor-based activity to see some wildlife and lush greenery…read more This spot is located right atop of Queen Elizabeth Park with parking spots nearby. It is on the smaller side, but still a nice stroll and cool to see all of the beautiful wildlife.

A little rough on the streets to get here, but very quiet and clean inside the garden. There is an…read moreadmission fee to get inside. I enjoyed watching the koi fishes swim in the pond and we also found a turtle sun bathing. I enjoyed how they had different activities located inside!

I went to university in Vancouver years ago and then lived in the area for 12 years and now that we…read morelive elsewhere this is the first time I've been to this garden. What a gem just on the edge of Chinatown! It's beautiful and quite well maintained. The pond looks like it needs to circulate a bit more but other than that it was a sight to behold.

Last month after my friend told me about the Secret Garden, I just had to go and visit. Located…read morenear Boundary Bay Regional Park, The Secret Garden of Boundary Bay is a small garden open to the public. The garden is located on a narrow strip of land behind a row of houses near 67A Street and 3rd Avenue. It was built by Brian Whitehouse after the events of 9/11, and September 2021 marked the 20 year anniversary of the garden. The garden is maintained by Brian and his wife Juvy, as well as volunteers from a local garden club. The garden is full of beautiful flowers and plants, and throughout there are various ornaments and decorations, including a mini wishing well and benches. The garden is not only beautiful, but calming and relaxing. The Secret Garden is truly a hidden gem. [Yelp collections: Parks and Gardens]

This is a great free museum (donations appreciated) in the Earth & Ocean Sciences building on the…read moreUBC campus. There are many specimens with descriptions that are informative, yet written in a way that both adults and children can enjoy. I like that there are many interactive displays. This museum is a hidden gem! Check it out!

This little garden oasis is a really relaxing way to spend an hour unwinding after work or before a…read moremovie or shopping in the P&T plaza. The well maintained garden is always changing and is really wonderful. It's a great place for snapping some pictures too. There are so many beautiful plants and trees and two fountains to sit and meditate by. Birds and butterflies fluttering about make it a really pleasant place to drink a coffee or munch your lunch too. Just another north shore gem!

Man...what a beautiful place in the middle of a shopping centre!…read more Nice little garden that had everything you need to get some zen in your life. Huge trees, nice flowers, water features, etc. Lots of nice sitting areas to kick back and sip your coffee (Starbucks or JJ Bean are on either side...take ur pick) Check it out...a hidden oasis!!!

Cute local museum with great info about Port Coquitlam and the surrounding areas, including natural…read morehistory

The PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives is a small museum that offers an interesting and…read morewell-displayed collection. On exhibit at the museum during our visit was an up close and personal view of various modes of connections in celebration of Canada's 150th birthday. Some displays welcomed personal input. The very friendly staff encouraged our participation in the interactive activities. By completing an electronic large screen questionnaire, I learned a few new things! The staff was also very willing to share added tidbits about the exhibits and the town. The location of this museum is ideal, in lovely downtown Port Coquitlam, and is steps away from the cenotaph, city hall and Port Coquitlam's Gathering Place. It is also a short distance from a beautiful walking path along the river. We spent a very pleasant afternoon here. This quaint museum is well worth a visit!

This place is great! It is owner operated and they let us in after 3:30 even though it closed…read moreafter 4pm. Dont worry if you get locked in, they will let you out :)

Probably I had the wrong expectation. I was thinking contemplative, informative, peaceful,…read moreaccessible. It was shaky, bouncy, busy. There was a large school group of children. There were also people enjoying making the walkways bounce. All of this is fine if it aligns with expectations. In the future I would definitely skip the TreeWalk and focus on other areas of the botanical garden.