UBC Botanical Garden

On UBC’s Vancouver campus, this large botanical garden pairs woodland paths with a wide collection of named plants and trees. The Greenheart TreeWalk takes you up among the treetops, while trails lead past native plants, a food garden and landmarks such as moon gates. It’s a quiet place to spend a few hours, with plenty for families to explore. Book ahead, especially in peak seasons, and allow time for both the garden paths and the TreeWalk.

Garden paths and plant collections

UBC Botanical Garden is on the University of British Columbia campus at 6804 SW Marine Drive. Its paths pass through a large collection of plants and trees, with labels and introductions to help you identify what you see. Native flowers and trees are among the garden’s displays, and the landscape is maintained for public visits as well as education, conservation, research and community outreach.

The garden is a peaceful place to walk, with trails leading into wooded areas. It has more trees than flowers, so visitors looking mainly for flower beds may find the woodland collection a better fit. The food garden is another area to explore. Moon gates provide distinctive landmarks along the way.

The Greenheart TreeWalk

The Greenheart TreeWalk takes you above the ground and among the treetops. It is a separate activity from exploring the garden, so check ticket details when planning your visit. Allow about an hour for the TreeWalk, then leave extra time for the paths and plant collections; a full visit can take several hours.

Families can make the TreeWalk part of a garden visit, and the site also has a tree-climb activity. These activities may require an additional purchase. Advance booking is recommended, especially in peak seasons. A small cafe and a gift shop are beside the ticket booth.