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June 25, 2018 | Visit Inspiration

Everything You Need to Know About Gelato at The Butchart Gardens

Close your eyes and picture yourself in Italy; the sound of water trickling in the background, the delightful ambience of sitti...

June 22, 2018 | Gardening

What’s in Bloom Now? Garden Updates June 24 – 30

By Thea Hegland This past week has been full of interesting things; not only is National Gardens Days running from June 16 -24...

June 15, 2018 | Gardening

What’s in Bloom Now? Garden Updates June 17 – 23

By Thea Hegland While I write this, there is only one week left until the official start of summer and it seems everything in ...

June 8, 2018 | Gardening

What’s in Bloom Now? Garden Updates June 10 – 16

By Thea Hegland There is something about flowers and trees that just makes us feel good. A beautiful, well-kept garden is hard...

June 7, 2018 | Visit Inspiration

Chef’s Recipe: Chicken Pasta Salad

This summer we are pleased to provide you with a recipe that is easy, healthy and fresh. Treat yourself to this delicious (and ...

June 7, 2018 | Visit Inspiration

The Gardens After Dark

By Bruce Watson, Director of Arts and Entertainment Night Illuminations was added in 1954 to commemorate the 50th anniversary ...

June 7, 2018 | Visit Inspiration

Insider Knowledge about Night Illuminations

By Bruce Watson, Director of Arts and Entertainment Every summer we stay open late into the evening, allowing visitors to get ...

June 7, 2018 | Gardening

Summer Garden Insights

By Rick Los, Director of Horticulture Summer is sensational (captivating, dazzling, exquisite, enchanting, stunning) in as muc...

June 1, 2018 | News Releases

The Butchart Garden Looks Forward to Spectacular Summer Evenings

Flowers at every turn, Night Illuminations, Firework Saturdays and Evening Entertainment Victoria, B.C. – Spectacular Summe...

June 1, 2018 | Gardening

What’s in bloom now? Garden updates June 3 – 9

By Thea Hegland This week it is all about the Paeonies. Bold and beautiful, they range in shades of pinks, reds and whites. Ov...

May 25, 2018 | Gardening

What’s in bloom now? Garden updates May 26 – June 2

By Thea Hegland Summer is in the air and the excitement is mounting each day as new flowers magically appear. The gardeners ha...

May 19, 2018 | Gardening

What is in Bloom Now? Garden Updates May 19-25

By Thea Hegland You don’t have to venture far into the garden to be impressed; you will be easily captivated by the gorgeous y...

Rules:

All visitors are required to wear a mask or face covering when visiting, except when:
• Under 12 years of age, however, mask use is encouraged for children aged 5 to 11 years
• Inside their vehicle
• Seated and consuming food or beverage (we ask that visitors use discretion when consuming take-away food or beverages, maintain physical distance as appropriate, and don their mask when finished)
• A medical condition or disability inhibits the ability to wear a face covering
• A person is unable to place or remove their mask without assistance
Please follow the instructions of our staff.
Large groups are required to split up, with a maximum of 6 persons walking together.
Please be patient as we are closely monitoring how many visitors are allowed into the garden at one time. Maintain physical distancing, and do not allow you or your group to get within 2m/6ft of another person or group.
Children must remain directly at your side and under control at all times, or we may ask you to leave.
Pets are welcome to visit provided they are kept directly at your side and under control at all times. You are expected to clean up after your pet.
Please keep to the right on all pathways. Follow the directional arrows and abide by the Do Not Enter signs.

Failure to comply with these rules will result in your removal from the premises.

Please note that you are visiting The Butchart Gardens at your own risk.

Visitors will be asked the following questions before being admitted to The Gardens:

Have you experienced cold or flu-like symptoms within the last 14 days?
Have you been in close contact with anyone else who has had these symptoms in the last 14 days?
Have you travelled outside of Canada in the last 14 days?
If you have travelled outside of Canada, have you quarantined in Canada for 14 days?
Are you in possession of a face covering that covers your mouth and nose, and do you agree to wear this covering when outside your vehicle while visiting The Butchart Gardens?

GARDENS AND FACILITIES

FOOD SERVICES
The Dining Room Restaurant is open for Afternoon Tea, from 11:30am to 3:00pm daily. Reservations are recommended, reserve online, or call 250-652-8222.
The Coffee Shop is open daily with limited seating, following all guidelines for physical distancing, take-away service is also available.
Blue Poppy Restaurant remains temporarily closed.

SEED & GIFT STORE
Open daily 10:00am – 3:00pm.
Face coverings are mandatory inside the Seed & Gift Store; no food or beverages permitted inside.
Following protocols to allow for physical distancing, capacity monitoring and sanitary precautions. Online shopping and phone-in orders are available at 250-652-4422, with complimentary pick-up at the Admission Gate.

SPRING PRELUDE
Open for viewing 9:00am – 4:30pm daily, with COVID-19 safety protocols in place.

HISTORICAL DISPLAY
Due to COVID-19, we are unable to open the 2021 Historical Display.

DRINKING FOUNTAINS
Limited drinking fountains are available, we ask that where possible you bring your own water.

WASHROOMS
Available at the turnstile entrance, Waterwheel Square and near the Carousel Building.

ROSE CAROUSEL
Closed.

UMBRELLAS
Due to COVID-19 we are unable to supply umbrellas.

PLEASE DO NOT BRING LAWN CHAIRS or FOOD TO THE GARDENS
We are not permitting picnics or seated gatherings. Small snacks and drinks for medical purposes are permitted.

PHOTOGRAPHY
Due to COVID-19 and physical distancing, we are currently not permitting the use of tripods for photography throughout The Gardens.

INFORMATION CENTRE
Open for 12 Month Pass sales and renewals only. Plant I.D. is temporarily unavailable.

NO CASH TRANSACTIONS
Debit and credit cards accepted.

12 MONTH PASSES
We are extending all 12 Month Passes that are valid between February 1-15, 2021 by the total number of days we will be closed (15).

Learn more about the steps we are taking to protect Visitors and Staff by clicking here.

Travel to Canada: See details here.

Tour Operators: You must contact us in advance. Learn more.

-This is our most up-to-date information, please continue to check back for updates.-