Last updated on 23 May 09
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Butchart Gardens

  4.5/5 (4 ratings)
  • Butchart Gardens Photograph © Kim van Rijn
  • Butchart Gardens, British Columbia Photograph © Butchart Gardens

Gardenvisit Editorial

Robert Pim and Jennie Butchart bought a property at Tod Inlet in 1904 as a convenient place to live while operating their adjoining limestone quarry. When the quarry closed, Jennie decided to make it into a garden. Her descendents continue to manage the gardens and additions are still in progress. There is an Italian Garden, a Japanese Garden, a Sunken Garden, a Rose Garden and a Star Pond. The gardens are a very popular visitor attraction.

Address - 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, British Columbia, Canada, V8M 1J8
Opening times - Open all year from 9am.
Admission - Varies depending on the season.
Website - Visit the Butchart Gardens website

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Recent Reviews

  • 6 months ago David&Carole Saint said

    We have just returned from a holiday in Vancouver and Victoria and visited the gardens for several hours. In my view these are the most stunning gardens I have ever seen, with the brilliant displays of spring flowers. I found every aspect of our visit a pleasure, including talking to the staff who are so enthusiastic.

    (5.0/5)
  • about 1 year ago PCooper said

    I've been twice in the spring - it is absolutely beautiful. I could visit again and again. Would love to see the gardens in different seasons. I understand why Butchart Gardens is on at least two lists of "The Ten Best Gardens in the World"!! Don't miss this experience if you are on Vancover Island!

    (5.0/5)
  • about 1 year ago Anonymous said

    Overrated. It's great if you like extremely formal, controlled gardens.

    (3.0/5)
  • about 1 year ago Anonymous said

    Stunning, even beautiful during the fall. A must visit for any garden lover

    (5.0/5)

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