Jardin botanique de Montréal

A well-built and well-maintained botanical garden, in addition to its large size, has a great attention to detail. I visited several of the major areas and the plants were in excellent condition. Not to mention the indoor plants, they all provided a great viewing experience. This is a must-see for plant lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, if you ever come to Montréal.

Very pretty and calm ambiance, even in the fall. Unfortunately they don't communicate well regarding visiting right now: you can buy passes still but the part of the garden that's open while the greenhouses are closed is actually free to visit right now so I wish we hadn't spent the money for no reason. Even with fall the Chinese Garden especially is very pretty.

We went in September and the Chinese & Japanese gardens were amazing. They even have fully built houses to really transport you there. The light show at the Chinese garden was phenomenal. Very nice experience, I would recommend this activity to anyone.

What a place… everything looked surreal and magical. A place to go with family, friends or just alone. They have multiple mapping shows, beautiful landscapes, tons of squirrels, many types of flowers and much more. During fall season it’s just spectacular to see the trees growing and the leaves turning to yellow and red.

The gardens are really amazing, there are a lot of things to see and different scenes. It takes time to walk everything but it is definitely worth it. The lights spectacle was my favorite and a great place to go with the family.

Beautiful even in the fall..colors were gorgeous. My favorite area was the Chinese and Japanese garden. We stayed for the lanterns that night and although quite a bit of walking it was beautiful. Can't wait to go back when flowers are in bloom.

I’ll probably edit this review because currently my mind is a mess of gratitude but I just want to say thank you for this incredible place. I come here at least once a week just to wander. There’s so many side trails and paths and little corners of discovery and wonder, I spend an hour here each time. I’ve never once left disappointed or in a worse mood than when I came. I am so, so grateful for these gardens and for each and every person who supports them, whether it’s financially through their taxes or tickets; or through their time and labour; or just through a single visit. It’s my favourite place and part of living in this city, and I am so grateful to live here.

I liked this garden and could take some nice pics. My favourite was the Chinese garden by far. Very unique and colourful. I also had a great time walking around. The place is huge. I think I walked for like 3 plus hours. I did notice some flowers were dry and burnt maybe because of the heat but it looks like they need to be better cared. They have water stations around the garden to refill your bottle or just to drink water. The flower sculpture they have in google maps doesn’t exist anymore there. It was shown once 11 years ago if I remember correctly. I only say this because I thought I will see it and got disappointed after, I wished I knew before. Anyways had a great time there!

Spring/Summer. I visited the Jardin Botanique and was blown away by its beauty! The gardens are meticulously maintained, with a stunning variety of plants and flowers. I particularly enjoyed the following: - The Rose Garden. - The Japanese Garden, with its tranquil water features and bonsai trees - The Greenhouses, where visitors can explore tropical and subtropical environments In addition to its natural beauty, the Jardin Botanique also offers various exhibitions, workshops, and activities throughout the year. Overall, the Jardin Botanique can be a destination for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city (such as myself). Visited Spring/Summed 2021.

These botanical gardens are very large and well done, especially the Chinese garden. The trees seemed to be at peak colors and it was beautiful. I would highly recommend coming here on a nice fall afternoon. We did the Chinese garden and Japanese garden and it took about an hour but there were more ground you could see, I would expect to spend 2-3 hours if you wanted to see everything.

We visited the light show at night which was out of this world amazing, so well done, so creative and so so beautiful and magical. If you get the chance to experiance the botanics light show I highly recommend, you will not regret it!

The photos taken at the Chinese Garden in the Montreal Botanical Garden. You can purchase tickets on line or in person at the garden. Parking lot available on site- fee not included in ticket. You are able to visit the garden in the day time and come back at night! Awesome deal! One ticket two wonderful experiences at the Botanical Garden!!

Unfortunately due to our schedule, we came pretty late in the day and only had a couple hours to explore the garden. And they started shutting down a lot of the things an hour before closing. The Chinese garden was our favorite by far. The place is very clean, full of plants, and buildings were pretty to look at. It also looked like they held events throughout the garden on certain days like a tofu making class. Wish we got to explore more!

Beautiful and massive botanical garden located near the Olympic Stadium and Biodome. I could have spent a whole day here but I focused on the Chinese and Japanese gardens. The Chinese garden was really the most impressive. Also there was a cool demonstration about Haitian food. The cafe inside the garden is very good for lunch as well. I really enjoyed the sandwiches and extremely delicious soft serve ice cream. The ice cream tasted very fresh.

Gorgeous gardens near Olympic Stadium. It was a beautiful Sunday and we wanted to be outside so this fit the bill perfectly. It was a short walk from the Pie IX metro station and you get to go right by a cool viewing stand for the Stadium along the way. The entrance to the gardens is nice, with lots of plants and so many butterflies! It looks like the main building is undergoing renovation as it was covered in scaffolding and screens. The ticket queue was very long so we just got our tickets online and then walked right in. There was a band playing the day we were there and it created a relaxing mood as we strolled. We didn't have much time so we just hit the Japanese garden and the shade garden. I loved the Japanese garden...it was so peaceful. It is a perfect place for contemplation and the views are stunning. It's really lovely. The shade garden was great too. We were only there for 90 minutes or so but you could spend the better part of a day there and that would allow you to see much more that we did. But the part we saw was great so it was worth it. I'll go back to see more, especially the Insectarium.

Wow, this place was amazing! One of our favorite things we did while in Montreal. There are so many different gardens/forests/paths/ etc! Our favorite part had to be the Chinese Garden, because of the gorgeously designed buildings, vivid blue ponds and waterfalls, and interesting landscapes and plants. Everything was beautiful, so I don't even need to bother telling you which parts were the best! They were all spectacular. We didn't get a chance to visit the Insectarium very long because the air conditioning inside was broken at the time, but we didn't mind as it gave us more time to see the wonderful scenery outside. If you go to the botanical gardens and won't have enough time to see everything, skip the Arboretum and go straight to the Chinese Garden! Then go to the Japanese Garden on your way out, passing the fountain garden on your way, and you can make your last pit stop at the Insectarium! My only warning is to watch out for the mud puddles! They keep the plants very well irrigated and that can mean mud droplets flipping up onto the back of your legs/pants if you aren't careful or if you are wearing flip flops. It was a small price to pay for the wonderful experience!

Absolutely my FAVORITE touristy thing to do in Montréal. This was my favorite experience on the island. You can purchase tickets online if you prefer, otherwise there's a ticket desk you can purchase from. Photos do not do this place justice. Their exhibits vary, as they switch it up every now and then. There's so much to explore, you can easily spend the entire day in the outside garden, but be sure to visit the greenhouse inside the building!

The Montreal Botanical Garden or of course Jardin Botanique de Montreal is a very nice layout of omg must be at least 200 acres of flowers and plants and exquisite layouts of various gardens. It's also a National Historic Site in Canada. They do charge admission but it's reasonable. What you should not miss is the Chinese garden which was constructed over 30 years ago with experts from China. Also a definite must see is the Japanese garden which contains a large Koi pond and it also was constructed well over 30 years ago. There are also some very nice sculptures such as the Lion de la Feuillee at the entrance of the Rose garden. The Alpine garden is splendid and has very delicate looking plants.

three stars, some good, some bad, some more bees! Let's wrap up this trip with a trip to the jardin botanique. Bonus, it's at the Olympic stop, so you also get epic views of the ye old stad AND 1st, 2nd, 3rd place stand photo op right there ( great if you have three kids, placement totally random ;) Anyway, gardens, we, they were in bloom, and the koi were cool, but the open exposure was very uncomfortable in that Canadian sun! You do get the chance to wander around at your own leisure, ( map at the gate) but some of me wanted a designed path, after about three hours, the gang was very tired and we were somewhat wandering around without direction. I'm sure some of the last stuff we passed might have been neat to take in, but we were beelining it out by then. Could use some water filling stations out there, just saying. They do have a night time illuminated show, which I think was the way to go, but no ticket no dice. ok Montreal, time to make like a tree and leaf

The gardens are spacious and beautiful, and if you don't mind the summer humidity, July is an excellent time to visit. Everything is nicely laid out with information on just about everything growing. My favorites were the Chinese garden and the Alpine garden. Some of the signage is awkward. In some cases, if you are entering an area from the north, the "you are here" sign will show you at the top, and you essentially have to think upside-down to understand in which direction you need to proceed to get where you want to go. I think they could be slightly better organized as well. On a busy Saturday afternoon, there was a long line at the ticket window, extending almost to the parking lot. It wasn't until we got almost to the gateway into the ticket-line-maze that we were able to see the sign with the QR codes for purchasing your tickets online. It took a while for the staff outside to get the idea to move the sign to a spot with more obvious visibility and to also walk along the line letting folks know they could purchase their admission online. The write-up for admission for the gardens versus the insectarium could be better too. It would be useful to indicate that they are separate purchases, you might experience a wait getting in, and after a certain time of day, you might not be able to get in at all. So allow several hours for your visit, and plan accordingly.

After our cruise to Montreal, Diane and I looked for things to do in the daytime, and in a photo of a large hedge carved into a fanciful likeness these botanical gardens looked appealing. So we taxied over here on Halloween Day, bought tickets, and began walking and walking along the several acres of the property--first in environmentally enclosed enclosures, and then on the open grounds. The season of late November did not abet our quest for beauty. We saw some beautiful plants and cacti. But the Japanese and Chinese exhibits were both pretty bereft of foliage. And, as we were informed at the ticket window, the sculptured topiaries had all been transferred on loan to Quebec City. So there were no ornamental gardening results for us to see. I did enjoy seeing several children and a few adults in costume for Halloween. And, while the Insectarium was closed for a scary house of horrors event that night, eerie sounds emanating from the glass building added to the spooky atmosphere. And Diane liked seeing several squirrels cavorting over the grounds that she deemed to be cute. Also, the Ski Jump Tower at Olympic Park majestically loomed over us from across the street. I just believe the flora here would have been much more colorful in spring or summer.

Walking in the garden, I hear someone ask, "Do you like plants?" Umm, hello? Though it is a fair question. While not directed at me, my answer would be: "kind of." They're pretty, cool, and pretty cool. I have a couple at home, though I can't keep the aloe alive for some reason. I decided to check out the botanical gardens both as something different to try and because the weather was heavenly. Plus, it doesn't hurt that a friend recommended it, either. The outdoor gardens are more massive than I expected. Make sure to bring a charged phone with you, for it was my only hope when, 10 minutes in, I found myself haplessly lost. Everything is kept very clean, with labels throughout. There are different areas and themes in the outdoor space as well. Even if you're not a plant lover, it's a fine way to enjoy the outdoors. Finally, for the indoor gardens, I liked that they represent different regions and climates and the associated plants, with each having a different humidity and temperature. While plant lovers will find themselves in heaven, even non-plant lovers can enjoy the space, especially in nice weather. Just make sure to charge your phone to prevent getting lost.

The Montreal Botanical Garden (French: Jardin botanique de Montréal) is a large botanical garden comprising 75 hectares (190 acres) of thematic gardens and greenhouses. It was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 2008 as it is considered to be one of the most important botanical gardens in the world due to the extent of its collections and facilities. The botanical garden is located at 4101 Sherbrooke Street East, at the corner of Pie-IX and Sherbrooke Streets, in Maisonneuve Park, located in the borough of Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie, facing Montreal's Olympic Stadium. Easily accessible by metro (Pie-IX) or by bus or car. It contains a greenhouse complex full of plants from around the world, and a number of large outdoor gardens, each with a specific theme. The outdoor gardens are bare and covered with snow from about November until about April, but the greenhouses are open to visitors year round, hosting the annual Butterflies Go Free exhibit from February to April. The garden was founded in 1931, in the height of the Great Depression, as you walk in, one of the main areas you see first is the Rose Garden...full of beautiful roses in all colors, shapes and sizes. The Montreal Botanical Garden is one of four nature-focused attractions belonging to the City of Montreal in the Space for Life (French: Espace pour la vie) museum district. The others are the Biodome, the Insectarium, and the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium, all of which are near the Olympic Stadium. The Chinese Garden is constructed along the traditional lines for a Ming Dynasty Chinese garden. Covering 2.5 hectares, it has many winding paths, an artificial mountain, and a building in the Chinese style housing a collection of bonsai and penjing that have been donated. The garden is populated with Chinese plants. The garden was constructed from 1990-1991 by 50 artisans from the Shanghai Institute of Landscape Design and Architecture, directed by Le Weizhong. The project required 120 containers of material imported from Shanghai, including 500 tonnes of stone from Lake Tai in Jiangsu province. The Japanese Garden was created in 1988. Its 2.5 hectares are populated with Japanese plants, and it contains a building in the Japanese style containing an exhibit on tea. The Japanese tea ceremony is performed there during the summer, and anyone can take classes to learn more about it. Other traditional Japanese arts, such as Iaido and Ikebana are occasionally demonstrated there as well. It also includes a large koi pond; visitors often feed the koi. The garden hosts an annual Hiroshima memorial ceremony on the 5th of August, with the hourly ringing of a Japanese Peace Bell made in Hiroshima. The First Nations Garden was opened in 2001 to honor and present the cultures of the indigenous population of Canada. Species endemic to Quebec and other North American regions are kept in the garden; the maple, birch, and pine trees shade its paths, and the garden brings into focus the medicinal and food plants of the First Nations. It has several totem poles and exhibits demonstrating traditional artwork and construction methods. The Alpine Garden has several paths winding over a rocky outcrop which is covered with tiny, delicate alpine plants. I just love walking around the entire area and check out the flowers, plants and reading about them. There's so much information and so much knowledge that you can take just by strolling around the Botanical Gardens.

I have not been to Montreal in about 15 years and the Jardin Botanique de Montreal is as beautiful as ever. The line for tickets at around 10/1030am on a Saturday went more smoothly than I had expected. The gardens are all spread out and a really calming walk - despite the heat on the hot day we went. Our favorite section was the Chinese garden and the Alpine garden. So versatile and nothing that I've seen at a botanical garden before. This place is really enchanting and worth a visit for anyone in Montreal or visiting. It is also in the same vicinity as the Biodome too!

Jardin Botanique is large and spread out. We started with the Aquatic Garden, then onto the nearby the Japanese Garden, then ambled through the Shade Garden (not much to look at but it was shaded as the name suggests) to the larger Chinese Garden. From there we thought we'd take a look at the toxic plants was but it was closed - kind of disappointing when we went out of our way to see it. On our way to the toxic plants, there was a family with a boy who was having a total meltdown yelling something like I'm not falling for that again and I'm not walking any more. We felt for the kid and kind of agreed with him. It just felt like a lot of walking. The garden did seem to be lacking kid friendly stations with hands on activities or fun exhibits like gopher holes (NY Botanical Gardens). In Jardin Botanique, some years ago we had seen an impressive special exhibit called the Garden of Light. It was really special and we have such great memories of it. Without this exhibit, the gardens did not seem as interesting. In terms of logistics, we drove because it's too far away from city center to walk, the busses looked infrequent, an uber would have cost C$20 plus tip and the metro at C$6.50 round trip for 1 person didn't make sense for a party of 4. The main parking lot is small and it was challenging to find a parking spot - it took about 15 minutes. Entrance is timed so while you can buy tickets online, we didn't know our exact timing so we decided to purchase the tickets upon arrival. We waited in line for maybe 10 minutes. To be clear, this is to gardens and the other "museums" are separate entrances and fees. If you want the passport which includes all 5 museums (Jardin Botanique, Insectarium, Biosphere, Biodome and Planetarium), you get directed inside the nearby building undoubtedly to wait on another line. Admission costs C$22.75 adult, C$20.50 senior 65+, C$16.50 student 18+ with card, C$11.50 children 5 to 17y, C$62.75.25 family 2 adults 2-3 children. Children under 4y are free but you'll need to get a ticket for them. CMM residents get less expensive pricing C$17 adult, C$16 senior 65+, C$13.25 student 18+ with card, C$8.50 children 5 to 17y, C$48.25 family 2 adults 2-3 children. We wanted tickets for the insectarium (same pricing as Jardin) but the sales rep indicated they were sold out but recommended that we head over to their ticket booth to check. It was odd because we went online via cell phone and purchased 4 tickets for entrance half an hour later. Once you enter the garden, you walk through a long gauntlet of white tents selling various items. We doubt we will return to the gardens unless there is a special exhibit. But we will return for the Insectarium.

My friends and I came during their off season which is why they weren't checking for tickets during late April. Walking around it was apparent that the lack of bloomed flowers was attributed to the low tourist attraction. But for me it wasn't a problem since it was a gorgeous day with more space for us to relax and take pictures. I had a great time and would love to come again!

Very large grounds and also large number of visitors. Fortunately, there are benches everywhere. My wife and I were disappointed though and I can't explain why. Maybe it was the crowds. Entry for seniors was C 18,75$ each. We were disappointed that the Insectarium was outside of the grounds and not covered with the entrance fee. It would have been nice if we could have purchased a pass to both.

Another of the top attractions here is the Montreal Botanical Garden's. We get charged more for being a tourist 22.75 and if you are local, student or senior(65) you get a significant discount. Insectarium is separate 22.75 if you are interested in the bugs. Unfortunately we only had 3 hours for this excursion and it was perfect. Remember bug spray for mosquitoes and hat if it's a sunny day. Shade garden had stagnant pond during our visit.

Another nice day at Botanical Garden in Montreal with tons of plants and flowers. The park has different section indoor and outdoor like Chinese Garden, Japanese Garden, First Nations Garden, Jardin Alpin alpine garden, Rose Garden, etc. Honestly, I was fool by the pictures that put on a review about living plant sculpture that didn't exist at this Botanic Garden in Montreal anymore, maybe still have in Quebec but because I didn't update and double checked. I came to this park with high hope and disappointed. The ticket is expensive compared to another Botanic Garden in different Countries. Plants and Flower are beautiful, but they are not the prettiest garden of the world. It wasn't worth of money at all. Insectarium is separate ticket, so you need to buy another ticket if you want to go inside.

Well worth a visit when in Montreal...great outdoor space containing many themed gardens (Chinese and Japanese were our favorites but the others were quite nice too). We walked for hours and hours taking in all of the beauty...

Spectacular. This was my second time going I especially like the Chinese and Japanese gardens. The whole place is spectacular. I would give yourself at least a couple hours to go through it. If you can it's lush and beautiful we went in July. I have visited botanical gardens in Seattle, Portland, Oregon, Philadelphia and Arnold Arboretum and I would say this is one of my very favorites. Last time I went I was able to participate/watch a tea ceremony Chado-which means the way of tea. I would call ahead and see if this is possible at some point. Tickets can be purchased ahead on an app and you can also do that while you're there highly recommend if you're going to Montreal, this will be one of your highlights-and wonderful for all ages you'll find everything there from what did pass through wide-open paved sidewalks which seem to handle the crowds well on a Sunday morning when we went

The Montreal Botanical Gardens are seriously amazing. I wasn't so sure what to expect when my friend recommended I come here with him and some of his other friends, but I am so glad that I trusted their recommendations. The botanical gardens are composed of so many great places to see while here, from Chinese and Japanese gardens to butterfly conservatories and arboretums, and being here makes you feel like you've been transported into a calm, serene, perfect world with no problems. Seriously, this is probably one of the best botanical gardens I've been to! Everywhere you go is filled with plants, flowers and details of all kinds, but all well maintained and chosen accordingly to catch your attention as you stroll through the gardens. You could easily spend hours here looking around and not even realize it. There is such a quiet, serene feeling here that is quite unique given how this garden is located within a major city in Canada. There are also student discounts available, so students in the area should definitely take advantage of that. Also, plan on spending an entire day here. When I was here, there was not enough time for me to see everything here as I was visiting from Ontario, and only had so much time to do things. Seriously - Montreal has one of the best botanical gardens I have EVER been to! This city is very lucky to have this gem here. I'll be back for sure.

Really amazing place. Plan on walking a mile or two to see this amazing space. Lots of fun trails and walkways. The botanical collection is huge. The green houses alone can take an hour. Lots to see here, bring your camera. Also, don't miss the Insectarium. It's right next to the garden. I've never seen an insect collection quite like this.

My sister has dragged me to a variety of botanical gardens in different cities, this one is undoubtedly the best. Huge, diverse collection of different plants from around the world beautifully organized, a lovely Chinese garden, and excellent and extensive educational signage throughout. The Japanese garden was underwhelming compared to the West Coast US cities, but even that is not enough to bring down its #1 score. If you're interested in plants, this garden alone is worth a trip to Montréal.

Spacious and beautiful space right in Montréal. There are different mini gardens inside the space, each with a different theme. The Chinese and Japanese gardens were unique in their own ways and had breathtaking views. Bonsai from each land was proudly on display in the respective areas as well. The arboretum was just amazing to walk through - serene and calm. It really put your mind at peace. Would recommend visiting with sufficient time to just relax and take in the scenery.

We took the metro here from downtown. Easy! Beautiful place, especially on a nice day. We explored until we got tired and there was so much more ground to cover! The Chinese Garden is definitely not to be missed. That area can get crowded but if you have patience you can still get some great shots! Would love to go back some day to see the rest of it. There are restrooms and a few spots to eat although we ended up eating outside the property at a nearby place.

Jardin Botanique de Montréal is an amazing botanical garden. There are multiple beautiful theme based gardens with different plants. There are over 75 hectares (190 acres) of thematic gardens and greenhouses including Chinese Garden, Japanese Garden, First Nations Garden, Rose Garden, Exhibition Garden, Alpine Garden, Food Garden and Toxic Garden. Needless to say, due to our lack of courage, we avoided the Toxic garden. Unfortunately when we visited, multiple areas were under construction. With that said, it was still very enjoyable. Expect two to three hours to walk around all the various gardens. Wear a pair of comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated.

Beautiful!!! There's a paid parking lot. There are so many different types of plants and flowers. They were so beautiful. Only disappointment: the Japanese section barely had anything compared to the China section. Also, the toxic plants section was closed off. I assume to prevent people from touching them without supervision, but then don't even include it to the exhibition.

This place is GOATED if you're looking for some profile pictures. It's actually quite amazing how much they squeezed in this place. I have to say.. The Japanese bit was pretty... Pathetic, they could've did a better job showing Japanese culture. However, everything else was great and very beautiful with tons of colours. Definitely come here if you want to look cool while posing in front of some awesome structures. 4/5 - It's way overpriced for what you really get - and also the google images bit shows structures that aren't even there anymore and it was pretty disappointing that I only WENT to go see ONE particular sculpture that was no longer there.

Don't go here if there is a forecast of rain. Our journey got cut short and we only visited the chinese garden since it poured hard suddenly, The pathway is flooded so pursuing the other parts after rain is an inconvenient for being wet. Ticket costs $17 per adult. Ticketing area on P2 parking space is at the gift shop area

Big and lots of flowers. Even saw a fox, crane, some ducks, and turtles! Could've spent much longer walking around but unfortunately had other plans! Would love to come back. The flowers were mostly out of bloom here in late July though. Perhaps they'd be fuller in the Spring.

This place is absolutely beautiful. Be prepared to walk for long hours. Stay hydrated when you can especially on hot days. We brought a cooler full of snacks and drinks. Such beautiful scenery it's definitely one of the spots to check out when you're in montreal

this was such a beautiful botanical garden, definitely one of the best i've been to. there are multiple different gardens--my fav was the japanese and chinese garden. there is A LOT to explore here, so plan to spend a big chunk of the day here. we had such a wonderful time, i highly recommend going here when in montreal!

Incredible place pretty much any time of year....ok maybe not during the frigid months of winter. Gorgeous grounds. The Japanese and Chinese gardens are probably my favorite areas. Nice gift shop too and the restaurant is surprisingly reasonable and serves great food. Today we had the tofu bahn mi sandwiches with a side of salad all for only $15! Delicious and the added bonus was sitting outside to enjoy it by more pretty plants and a water feature.

I very much enjoy this style/theme of architecture and art, so I love going here. This and the light garden are really cool. Great for a date as well.

Um, in a time when I can't travel---the memories of being here in January lift me up so, so much! I spent a few hours at the Botanical Gardens in Montreal and so enjoyed it! My favorite was seeing all the coffee trees (I'm obv a coffee fanatic) and the tropical fruit trees. Also for things like mandarin/banana trees, it was so tempting to take some of that fresh picked fruit, but obviously I had to be a good samaritan and not touch it as the signs indicated. All in all - my experience at the botanical gardens was amaaazing and I think it should definitely be on your list of places to visit when in Montreal!

What a breathtakingly beautiful place with all types of colorful blooming flowers, green grassy areas, blue bodies of water and more! My favorite gardens were Chinese Garden, Rose Garden, and Flowery Brook. Upon entering, you are privy to Reception Gardens which are tall trees, flowers and a walkway leading to a fountain and the stately, impressive library on the grounds. My friends and I then started off going through the greenhouse exhibition grounds, which was my least favorite portion because I'm not really a fan of greenhouses. Most of it was warm, tropical with cactuses and green plants. I did like the orchids, bridge, and pond though. We continued on to the Rose Garden and Aquatic Garden. Roses are my favorite flowers, so I enjoyed this garden immensely. There were pinkish-yellow, red, orange, pale pink, purple, yellow-colored roses, as well as a pretty arch and statue of a joyful young girl. The Aquatic Garden were different pools of water with little fountains. It was very calming and refreshing to walk through it. Next was the Chinese Garden which was incredibly impressive! The entrance was through a foresty bunch of trees with red and gold lanterns hanging up above. There was also a red and black pagoda and inside the pavilion, crystal blue clear water with lantern art of fishermen and boats, orange and blue fishes, a huge bird, etc. All of this is surrounded by lush green grass, lilacs, pandas and bamboo lantern art display, rocks, Chinese style buildings, and a natural-looking waterfall on a rocky cliff. After that, we checked out the Japanese Garden which was not all that compared to what I just experienced in the Chinese Garden. There was a bonsai display, lantern art of cranes in the grass and a small cultural center. Then there was the Shrub Garden and Alpine Garden. The Shrub one was a little boring for me, but the Alpine Garden had this wild, unbridled beauty with all the rocks, bodies of water and different types of trees. We also saw the Lilacs and Flowery Brook, which boasted all kinds of flowers of red, pink, purple, white, orange, along with leaves of purple, yellow, green and more. It was truly a sight to behold and there was a large body of water with lily pads and marsh-like atmosphere. There were arboretum trails that we did not get a chance to check out, but I was very happy with what we experienced.

We knew we were going off-season so most of the outside gardens didn't have much to show in mid-October, but even then, the Chinese garden looked very pretty, so during blooming seasons, the sights must be astonishing. The inside exhibits were really cool too, feeling serene and welcoming and with many curious plants. The restaurant had amazing vegetarian food, like the sweet potato, spinach and goat cheese sandwich that sounded odd on paper but tested very right. Disappointed that the Insectarium was a separate cost but by the time we got close to it, we had gotten tired of walking anyway.

As of August 2019, the Biodome and Insectarium are closed for renovation. I believe the insectarium is supposed to re-open in August 2020. That being said, they don't really have any other exhibits if that's what you're interested in. They have different garden areas for different groups of flowers/plants (i.e. roses, lilacs). My favorite was probably the poisonous plants because it was interesting to read about them. Although they're not really blocked off so if you're bringing children there, you should probably keep an eye on them. I saw one little girl wandering into the bushes as the mom just looked on. Questionable, but not my place to say anything. Anyway, there's also a Japanese and a Chinese garden which were a bit lame. Overall, I'm not sure it was worth the price for what we saw. The price for an adult is $20.50. If you have a student ID, it's $15. I believe they have a parking lot for $12, but we were able to find street parking nearby. Just be mindful of the street cleaning/rush hour signs and you should be fine. Tip - allot yourself at least 2.5 to 3 hours to see everything. The park is huge, and that was already with us skipping some gardens. They have a golf cart that can take you across the park, with several stops - but it doesn't come very often and it's usually packed.

Not the most breathtaking botanic garden that I've ever been to, but a nice visit in good weather nonetheless. We were one of the last ones to leave, around 8pm. Bring your student IDs for the discount. The assortment of greenhouse/hothouse plants was typical, nothing extraordinary. Sheep grazing the open pastures (part of the garden that had the trails) was a surprising sight! The best part was the Chinese garden: it was the most picturesque part of our experience. Take tons of photos! Really brings you to a serene, meditative place as you appreciate the beauty of nature around you.

Wow! This is the best botanical gardens that I've been to. I've been to a lot in the USA. This garden is so beautifully designed and expansive. We visited in June and the ginormous, impressive, fragrant, rose garden were in full bloom. The Chinese gardens were nice and some areas were under construction. The herb and veggie garden was so amazing to see so many varieties. The toxic plant garden was super cool and informative. The Japanese garden was beautiful with a bonsai tree in the middle of the koi pond. I could've spent all day here but my sons wouldn't have it. We were there for 3-4 hours. I loved it so very much!

I give 5 stars solely for the Chinese botanical garden. Dream lake is so wonderful!! I usually think botanical gardens are overrated, but the dream lake was pretty. Outside of the chinese botanical garden, the lily pads on the lake were so pretty. I only was able to spend 40 minutes in the gardens, and I wish I could've spent more!!

The botanical garden is just a beautiful sight to see, the flowers are all more impressive than the others and the colours are definitely mesmerizing. I recommend going there on a sunny day, so you can really capture the beauty of it. It takes about 1-3 hours to walk around and appreciate the different gardens but it's definitely worth every penny!! Don't forget to go inside as well, the plants are also impressive

We visited the gardens at the beginning of October and not much was in bloom. In fact, all the planting beds in the grand entry to the main entrance were bare dirt. The Japanese pavilion with the bonsai trees was good and our favorite parts were the greenhouses. If it weren't for the greenhouses we would have been very disappointed. We also attended the Gardens of Light in the evening. We traveled along many of the pathways we had walked earlier in the day but now there was eerie music and lots of mist. There were not too many silk lanterns lit up. At the end of the path, at the Chinese Garden, there was a laser light show of a creation myth. On the way out we passed hundreds of people waiting to enter. I'm glad that we purchased our tickets for the 6:30 pm entry as we were able to just walk in. Overall, an OK day. I sure got my steps in, all time record of over 31,000 for that day, which did include walking around Old Montreal.

I'm normally not one for botanical gardens or botany, but these expansive, beautiful and lush gardens left me in awe and smiling. The acres and upon acres of greenery and unique flora and choreographed landscapes are all well put together I hadn't planned on spending more than an hour here, but actually spent close to 2 hours and would've stayed longer had I more time. Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk. No mosquitoes. The on site cafe has creative and healthy food for reasonable prices. Words can't really describe this place, so go look at the photos! $20 for adults, $10 for kids, but I had a 72 hours Montreal Passeport($99) which covered entry. Worth it either way!

Don't waste your money here. Over $20 admission and you have to pay parking. Didn't have much flowers and the apparently the plant sculptures you see on google is an exhibit that's not permanent. The Chinese garden was the best part but I'm from Vancouver and our Dr.Sun Yat Sen garden is just as pretty and it's free. I don't recommend unless you're super into plants and trees. Also it's better to get your tickets online to avoid lineups. The line for tickets moved very slowly and there's also a line to get in.

Photos by me. I went with two tweens and two males over 30. So the four of them made my visit unpleasant. And they were ready to go after the golf carted tour. Maybe 1.5 hours. I was so upset I left them to mill around the entrance and walked the ground by myself. Many of the attractions were still under construction and closed to the public. That combined with the fact that I had left four restless people made me marathon visit the gardens and wrap it up..... so: Information from Tripadvisor.com: Along with the Biodome, the Insectarium and the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium, the Botanical Garden is part of the Montreal Space for Life, Canada's largest natural museum science complex and Montreal's top must see attraction.The Montreal Botanical Garden, one of the city's jewels, is recognized as one of the world's greatest botanical gardens. It offers a colourful program of events, exhibitions and activities all year long. With its collection of 22,000 plant species and cultivars, 10 exhibition greenhouses, Frederic Back Tree House, and more than 20 thematic gardens spread out over 75 hectares, it's also a perfect place to enjoy fresh air and natural beauty. Located just minutes from downtown Montreal, right near the Biodome and Olympic Park, the Montreal Botanical Garden is a living museum of plants from all over the world. You can also enjoy the Insectarium which is on the Garden's site.