Enveloping visitors in lush greens and colourful blooms, The Butchart Gardens is a must-see garden oasis over 100 years in the making.

Coming from Ontario, husband and wife, Robert and Jennie Butchart moved to Vancouver Island to build a cement plant on a rich limestone deposit at Tod Inlet.

In Vancouver, you will need to take the Skytrain to Bridgeport Station, and then transfer to bus #620 to get to the Tsawwassen terminal for the 90 minute ferry trip to Vancouver Island.

Explore the property and plan your day with our interactive map below. Please note, the Japanese and Mediterranean Gardens are closed during Christmas.

Admission Tickets & Passes Online advanced tickets are not required for the winter season to visit The Gardens, tickets are available for purchase upon arrival at our admission gates.

4 days ago · The Gardens are open for viewing one hour after the gates close. Hours are subject to change without notice, please continue to check back for the most up-to-date information.

Jan 7, 2026 · More than a spring or summer affair, with Vancouver Island’s temperate climate, The Gardens have something to offer year-round. Enjoy the solitude winter brings, and take in the subtle …

Admission to The Butchart Gardens is required to access all on site dining options, including The Blue Poppy Restaurant, The Dining Room, Coffee Shop, and any other food services located within the …

We recommend CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS purchase admission packages through their Shore Excursion providers or purchase admission tickets on arrival to The Butchart Gardens.

Rising in the centre, a limestone mound offers a lookout point of the Sunken Garden, while the paths wind past the graceful Ross Fountain and peaceful Bog Garden. Descend the switchback stairs to …