Overview
Opened in 1931, Montreal Botanical Garden spans 75 hectares with 10 greenhouses and 30 thematic gardens - one of the largest in the world. The Japanese, Chinese, and First Nations gardens are especially renowned, and each September-October the 'Gardens of Light' festival illuminates the Chinese and Japanese gardens with thousands of lanterns for a magical evening. The Insectarium next door houses 2,200 insect species, and the Biodôme (ecosystem museum) is also nearby. Admission CA$25. 10-minute walk from Pie-IX metro station.
Opening Hours
Daily 09:00-18:00 (varies by season; until 22:00 during Gardens of Light)
🎟️ Check ticket prices →Travel Tips
Don't miss the Gardens of Light evening entry (after 18:00) in September-October. Combination tickets for the garden, Biodôme, and Insectarium save money.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Montreal, Canada from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
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Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Attractions near Montreal Botanical Garden
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Things to Do in Montreal
AURA Light Show at Notre-Dame Basilica
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Montreal International Jazz Festival
The world's largest jazz festival, held downtown each late June to early July. Around 2 million attendees enjoy free outdoor stages.
Old Montreal Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
A romantic horse-drawn carriage tour through Old Montreal's cobblestone streets. Guides share 17th-century French colonial history, and warm blankets are provided in winter.