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Updated Jun 2024
- 6.84.6/5242 Review
based on 11628 reviews"Buchart Garden is a must-see attraction in Victoria. The fare is nearly 40 knives and has a history of more than 100 years. The garden is still owned and maintained by the Buchart family, but it still needs a lot of manual maintenance, watering, fertilizing, and removing withered flowers. The garden is divided into sinking garden, rose garden, Japanese garden, Mediterranean garden, etc., not too big, but very distinctive."Brentwood Bay81.8km from VancouverHighlights: There is a well-known garden in Victoria, Canada, which is the Butchart Garden. Butchart Gardens is a family garden that, through the hard work of several generations, has become the second largest garden in the world. The Butchart Garden is very large and is divided into a comprehensive service area, a sunken garden (Sunken Garden), a rose garden, a Japanese garden, an Italian garden and a Mediterranean garden. Well-maintained lawns and paths connect these five gardens. A visitor's guide page is included with the ticket purchase, to avoid repeating walks, you can study the visitor's guide before visiting. The general service area is the starting point for a tour of the gardens, and in a perimeter called the Waterwheel Square is the Visitor Service Center, which also houses seed and gift shops, as well as cafés and restaurants. From here to the north through Snail Pond is the Show Greenhouse built by Mr. Butchart. In winter, the flower house displays the flowers and exquisite gardening to visitors. On the right side of the flower house is the small square outside the former residence of the Butchart family. There are some bronze statues of small animals, ponies, lambs, and frogs lying on lotus leaves. There is also a slightly larger statue of a pig named Taka Ye, whose nose is very brightly touched by thousands of tourists who believe that stroking Taka's nose will bring good luck. On the pillars on the slope around the square, roses can be seen spreading and blooming in summer, and the branches are hanging down. A little further on, there are trellises hung with flower baskets, where Mr. Butchart has set up an ornate birdhouse for his collection of rare kiwis. I saw the small animals in the square come to the former residence of the Butchart family. It's two connected houses, with green roofs and white lattice windows, giving it a warm and homey feel. The interior of the house is arranged as the Butchart couple lived, and many Chinese elements can be seen in the living room and the corridor facing the Italian garden. Carved mahogany furniture, high-neck blue-and-white porcelain vases, and Chinese lanterns hanging in the hallway. The former residence is surrounded by white lattice fences around Mrs. Butchart's private garden. This garden has remained the same as when she was alive, and it is a part of the garden that has never been opened to the public. Walk south along a winding path, and walk down dozens of stone stairs to the sunken garden. Please pay attention to the concrete handrails imitating oak. The sunken garden can no longer be seen as a mine pit, and it is more like entering a deep canyon. Walking on the rock-paved path, you can see a pair of carefully trimmed arborvitae on both sides, which were planted by Mrs. Butchart herself more than 100 years ago. The bottom of the canyon is covered with various geometric flower beds, and the viewing platform built with rocks in the middle is as high as the surrounding cliffs, and the viewing platform can get a panoramic view of the garden. There are several lakes of different sizes in the garden, which are connected by a meandering stream, and continue along the path on the left side of the lake to Ross Fountain (Ross Fountain). It was built in 1964 by the Butcharts' grandson, Ian Ross, for the garden's 60th anniversary. The water column of the fountain is as high as 21 meters, spouting day and night, showing a gorgeous appearance. From here, a concrete slope extends upwards, and the top slope is an expansive lawn that serves as a viewing area for summer fireworks displays. On the left is the bronze horse "Annabelle", which is one of the collections in the park. In the back is the children's playground and the rose carousel. You can see that there are 30 hand-carved wooden animals and two carousel on the carousel. chariot. Further out on the lawn are two towering monumental Totem Poles, created by two prominent Aboriginal artists from the area over the summer for the Butchart family's 100th anniversary. Next to the totem pole is the Fireworks Viewing Area, where thousands of tourists come to enjoy the spectacular fireworks show on Saturday nights in July and August every year. Continue forward, pass the Organ Pavilion, and follow the flower path under the flower trellis on the left of the Concert Lawn, and you will come to the Rose Garden. The flower beds here are symmetrical, with a total of 6,600 trimmed roses neatly arranged in the flower beds, each marked with the name, country of origin and year of registration with the American Association. July and August are beautiful times for rose gardens. After that, you will pass the carp fountain, continue to walk forward, pass through a red Japanese-style torii gate, and walk down the steps to enter the Japanese garden. In the Japanese Garden, there are some Japanese-style bamboo pavilions, stone-carved lamp sockets, and stone prayer buildings. The creek is framed by a small bridge with Japanese characteristics of red wooden grille. The plants here are trimmed in the style of Japanese gardening, either round or square or cylindrical. Pine and cypress trees are trimmed into clouds, like large bonsai. The style of the garden is pure and natural, full of Buddhist Zen. In late spring, Himalayan blue poppies bloom everywhere here and have become a feature of Japanese gardens. From the path under the bamboo arches, you can reach the small pier on the edge of Todd Bay, where visitors can take electric boats to explore Todd Bay. The Bay Pier is open seasonally, and there are some water entertainment options here in the summer. Port related information can be found on the official website. After coming out of the Japanese Garden, climb a small slope along the stone stairs and come to the Star Pond. It was originally designed for Mr. Butchart's ornamental ducks. Colorful annual flowers are planted in the flower bed between the star horns. There are six bronze frogs squatting on the round platform in the center of the star pond. The water column is sprayed in different directions from the frog's mouth, so the star pond is also called the frog fountain. From Xingchi to the south through the round arch under the plant wall to the Italian Garden, which used to be a tennis court. There is a bronze statue of God Mercury in the middle of the entrance of the arch, and there is a cross-shaped pool in the garden, which is flanked by symmetrical flower beds. Every year, Butchart Gardens imports tulip bulbs from the Netherlands, where they are planted in spring. White or purple rosemary sets off the slender tulip flowers, which are very charming. The long and narrow building to the left of the garden used to be a bowling alley and is now a seasonal ice cream parlour, providing shade for visitors. From the passage below the bowling alley, we returned to the Water Wheel Square. Walking out of the water wheel square, walking under the beautiful laburnum arch shed, the dangling golden flowers bloom in late spring, and then came to the latter garden - the Mediterranean Garden. This garden is a good example of the mild climate of the region, with a collection of drought-tolerant flowers from all over the world that grow in conditions similar to those in the local area. After the tour, you can go back to the parking lot.Show Less - 6.44.7/531 ReviewFree"Fisherman's Wharf is a famous place in Vancouver. Many hotels and piers in China often refer to this name. Fisherman's Wharf was a place where local fishermen lived very early. The activities on the pier are also good. You can see a lot of boats."Richmond16.1km from VancouverHighlights: Fisherman's Wharf, also known as Steveston Fishing Village, located in Richmond, Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is located on the southwest corner of Lulu Island. Cannery factories in the post-war district closed, and the intercity tram to Vancouver stopped running in 1958. Tourism in the area has since been developed: the Steveston Museum and Gary Point Park opened in 1979 and 1989, respectively, while the Georgian Bay Cannery, completed in 1894, has been designated a National Historic Site and has since been declared a National Historic Site. It opened to the outside world in 1994. In addition, due to its close proximity to the Pacific Ocean, seafood has also become one of the must-try dishes here. At Fisherman's Wharf in Richmond, all kinds of freshly caught shrimp, fish, crabs, and shellfish are sold every day, with ample portions and affordable prices. If you are in time for certain seasons, such as salmon return or lobster season, you can eat the best salmon and lobster, and the meat is extremely delicious. There are many restaurants in the wharf specializing in seafood, each of which uses the seafood produced on that day to make various dishes, which is a must-see for tourists who love seafood. The Steveston Salmon Festival has been held on July 1 every year since 1945. In addition, many movies have been filmed in Fisherman's Wharf, such as Beijing meets Seattle.Show Less
- 6.24.6/560 ReviewFreebased on 339 reviews"On the first day of the New Year, Vancouver's rare good weather, came to the park to roam, the sun warmly spilled, to add a touch of warmth to some cold air, blue sky and white clouds, distant cities, near totems, so harmonious, I hope the good scene will live."Burnaby13.2km from VancouverHighlights: Burnaby Hill Park is adjacent to Simon Fraser University SFU. Standing on the top of the park, you can overlook the whole city of Burnaby. From the west, you can overlook downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park and the Lions Gate Bridge. Take in the depths of Ballard Bay and the snow-capped mountains. It is far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can enjoy the flowers for a walk, or watch the lights of thousands of homes under the afterglow of the sunset, all of which are refreshing and unforgettable.Show Less
- 6.04.9/520 ReviewFrom51.62based on 2207 reviews"The Sea to Sky Gondola offers a breathtaking journey from sea level to the summit of the Coast Mountains near Squamish, British Columbia. As you ascend, the panoramic views of Howe Sound and the surrounding peaks unfold before your eyes, creating a sense of awe and wonder. The gondola ride itself is smooth and scenic, providing ample opportunities to capture stunning photographs and enjoy the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. At the summit, visitors can explore hiking trails that cater to all skill levels, from leisurely walks to challenging hikes. The Summit Lodge offers refreshments and a chance to relax while taking in the expansive vistas. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply seeking a memorable adventure, the Sea to Sky Gondola delivers an unforgettable experience immersed in the splendor of Canadian wilderness."Squamish46.2km from VancouverHighlights: The "Sea to Sky Cable Car" is located near Howe Bay, Canada. It can take tourists to an altitude of 3,000 feet (about 914 meters) to watch the scenery of Howe Bay and the surrounding waterfalls. Each cable car can take up to 8 people.Show Less
- 6.04.5/530 ReviewFree
based on 30 reviews"Columbia University Rose Garden can be visited is a beautiful landscape, the number of roses is quite large, the scenery in the garden is also very beautiful, this landscape is very suitable for visiting, you can see a lot of wonderful roses."Greater Vancouver10.4km from VancouverHighlights: The Rose Garden is located in the University of British Columbia (UBC). The garden is full of roses of various colors, with shady trees on both sides, and benches for people to rest. It's good to read a book, have a picnic, or just sit and rest in it. of. Every spring when the flowers bloom, many newcomers come to take wedding photos, which is very lively.Show Less - 5.94.5/598 ReviewFree"Baishi Town is also a very good, the town is also a big place, Baishi Town belongs to some things to visit slowly, very unique a small place, the town visit is also interesting, you can stay here and taste some local characteristics."White Rock34.6km from VancouverHighlights: Baishi Town is named after a huge white stone standing by the sea, and there are many beautiful legends about this white stone. The tall mountains on the border between the United States and Canada block the airflow on the Pacific Ocean, making the town of Baishi in the bay good weather. The geographical advantage of being surrounded by the sea on three sides and the mountains on the other side makes the residential area built on the slope bathed in sufficient sunlight. In addition to Shiraishi, the other distinctive features are the ancient wooden trestle bridges that extend into the sea for 480 meters. The geometric straight line formed by the train tracks and the trestle bridge by the sea has become a popular town for locals.Show Less
- 5.84.9/530 Reviewbased on 3 reviews"Really really awesome and beautiful views that I will never forget. There are some hikes, but overall good experience."Whistler89.4km from VancouverHighlights: In winter, Whistler transforms into a world-renowned winter ski resort, where several events have been held for the Winter Olympics.Show Less
- 5.74.5/568 ReviewFreebased on 5360 reviews"45 minutes drive from British Columbia to Vancouver ferry. very nice view on the way to Victoria.( BC capital)"Victoria.Inner Harbour95.3km from VancouverHighlights: This beautiful port, enjoy the lazy British life, or go to the British Columbia Museum at your own expense, which displays the history of British Columbia, Indian culture, and restores a variety of wildlife from the Canadian coast and mountains. Two of the more well-known buildings are the Provincial Parliament Building and the Empress Hotel.Show Less
- 5.54.3/536 Reviewbased on 3347 reviews"A rich private castle, modeled on the classical style, built for just over a hundred years, this castle is also quite simple layout, did not enter the interior to visit, you can see things are also very surprised, I like the style here."Victoria.Rockland94.8km from VancouverHighlights: The Scottish entrepreneur Robert Dunsmuir, who got rich from coal mines, is the owner of Quedaloo Castle. The mansion he built with huge sums of money took 3 years to build and was completed in 1890. The internal structure was transported by train from the United States. More than 2,000 pieces of very good oak materials are carefully crafted with luxurious stained glass to create a magnificent room. The castle is well-equipped with 39 rooms, including a dance room for children to learn dance. Climb up the stairs and climb to the top tower, and you will come to the place where you can see the city of Victoria. The Juan Feca Strait in the distance has a beautiful scenery, and Victoria is full of vitality against the backdrop of the sea and flowers.Show Less
- 5.34.7/520 ReviewFreebased on 268 reviews"Ben Nabi's lake in the city, with scenery everywhere, is a natural oxygen bar suitable for hiking. In the early autumn of September, the leaves began to turn red, various plants and flowers, squirrels were busy foraging, big geese were leisurely basking in the sun, and green ducks were playing in groups."Burnaby11.2km from VancouverHighlights: The name of Luhu Park comes from the deer lake in the park. It is an elegant and comfortable park. The park is full of tall broad-leaved forests, the forest is filled with moss, the shadows of the trees are reflected on the lake, the snow-capped mountains in the distance are faintly visible, the chic little villas are hidden in the depths of the woods, and squirrels are active in the woods. , a natural beauty of paradise is presented in front of you. Relying on the bustling hustle and bustle, Luhu Park is a serene world by itself. Surrounded by trees and meadows surrounded by a lake, it is a rare leisure place. Not only is it a piece of paradise in the city, but it is also the art center of Burnaby, which is always full of artistic atmosphere, because the Chabert Art Center and the Burnaby Country Museum are located here, in addition, there are large outdoor exhibitions held every summer. concert. Deer Lake in the park is a haven for wildlife and birds that live comfortably in this beautifully landscaped environment under the careful protection and care of humans.Show Less
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FAQ
What are some Best Things to Do near Vancouver?
Some Best Things to Do near Vancouver include:The Butchart Gardens, Steveston Fisherman's Wharf, Burnaby Mountain Park, Sea to Sky Gondola, UBC Rose Garden
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Vancouver?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Vancouver include:The Butchart Gardens:4.6, Steveston Fisherman's Wharf:4.7, Burnaby Mountain Park:4.6, Sea to Sky Gondola:4.9, UBC Rose Garden:4.5
Where are Best Things to Do near Vancouver located?
The Best Things to Do near Vancouver are mainly located in:The Butchart Gardens:Brentwood Bay, Steveston Fisherman's Wharf:Richmond, Burnaby Mountain Park:Burnaby, Sea to Sky Gondola:Squamish, UBC Rose Garden:Greater Vancouver
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