I had a great time here. There were so many amazing plants and birds. I was amazed to see how large some of the plants were. It was humid inside, but not too suffocating. The staff were friendly and seemed to really care for the birds. read more

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While visiting Queen Elizabeth park we came in here for a visit. Staff is very nice. Conservatory is relatively small and a quick little walk-through but the trees and plants and flowers are beautiful and well maintained. Birds are beautiful. Little mice running around d are so cute. It's a little pricey for what it's worth but it was a good time. read more

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Great conservatory, although small, I feel like it is appropriately priced (less than $10 pp) . The birds are fantastic- I wasn't expecting them to be so captivating and beautiful. I really loved the scavenger hunt of different birds and plants to find. Everything was perfectly arranged and beautiful. read more

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As a first-time visitor to Vancouver, I was looking to explore some places that locals enjoy -- and the Bloedel Conservatory did not disappoint. Nestled in Queen Elizabeth Park, this beautiful spot is a perfect little escape into the tropics. Parking was surprisingly convenient (but make sure you pay for parking because they do ticket). Even before entering .... the views from the surrounding area were stunning -- a great bonus to the experience. Also, the entry fee was very reasonable, making it a great value for what you get. Inside, the conservatory offers a lush, vibrant environment under a large domed structure. It's filled with tropical plants, colorful flowers, and free-flying exotic birds, all of which add to the magical, immersive feel. You can comfortably explore the entire place in about 30 minutes, making it ideal for a short, peaceful visit or as part of a larger day exploring the area. Whether you're a nature lover, a photographer, or just someone looking for a unique, tranquil experience in the city, the Bloedel Conservatory is well worth a visit. read more

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It is a lot smaller than expected. You can probably spend 30 minutes max here. There's a few birds sitting around, kind of sad but at least they were rescued. You can take a selfie with one of the birds being handled by a worker. There's little birds and pigeons free flying around. There's a good view of the city next to the conservatory, and some big gardens. It's about $7CAD so not much to complain about for that price. read more

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It was a cold and gloomy weekend here in the PNW, so we decided to take a day trip up to the big city for a little break and check out the Bloedel Conservatory. Perched on top of a hill at the lovely Queen Elizabeth Park in quite nearly the heart of Vancouver, this geodesic gem of a structure encases a tropical wonderland inside. With many species of plants, trees, flowers, birds, and even a central koi pond, if was a great escape from the reality of a chilly winter. The entry fee is $9 Canadian, plus we had to pay about $7 to park during our visit. We took two trips around the dome, which was pretty busy even on a weekday afternoon. Highly recommend making a visit here, especially if you need a bit of tropical weather to soothe your soul. A mai tai and lounge chair would have made the trip complete! read more

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Small walk in a circle, in and out. Start on either side and end up at the same place back out. Restroom available halfway through Maybe takes 20-30 mins to look at Parrots read more

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The bloedel conservatory is small but lush. The environment is humid, with lots of tropical plants growing throughout, a koi pond, and smaller birds flitting freely, while larger parrots sit semi-isolated throughout. Overall, the conservatory was beautiful, well-mantained, and had lots of birds. However, my family and I felt like the large parrots could have been happier. They were isolated to small areas and can't move around much, and one bird had plucked its feathers. I don't know if the birds get more stimulation or play time with the staff. If you want to see some tropical birds and plants, the conservatory is the right place to visit, but if you're a bird-owner like me, you might be a little saddened by the mental conditions of the birds. read more

Bloedel Conservatory - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Kind staff, beautiful conservatory. There isn't much in this world my son loves more than seeing birds, so this was absolutely the spot for him. Plus it's inexpensive and pretty quick to walk though so if you're looking for an activity in Vancouver that won't take all day this is great. There was a tiny bit of an uphill trek from the parking lot to get here to keep in mind. The plants and birds are awesome to look at, feels like you're in a little rainforest! They have some souvenir type items too. And they have my son a cute sticker of one of the birds. Really enjoyed our visit! read more

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We were at QEP on a Tuesday and dropped by around 6PM to get out of the rain--there wasn't a wait to get in. Entrance was $6.50 USD, and we spent ~40 minutes inside looking at the different birds and plants. It's peaceful, not too large, but thankfully it wasn't crowded at this time. We also saw small mice scurrying in the dirt! read more

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This was a decent but small conservatory. You can buy your tickets online ahead of time to save a bit on the entry fee. You can easily walk through the entire place in less than one hour. They have a variety of different bird specimens that are actually quite close to the walkways, so you get a good view. They have signs with the names of the various birds along with their species and sometimes a brief story as well. There is quite a lot of lush tropical vegetation inside as well (the interior is a bit humid and tropical). It's worth a quick visit if you're nearby and are a fan of birds, but it is quite small. read more

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It was warmer inside due to all the pretty tropical plants. When you arrive, you can pick up a paper that checks off what you can find. It's really fun! Going through the conservatory though was so pretty and the birds there were so much fun. One if them started throwing a fit while we were there, banging a metal bowl and being loud. When we saw what he was doing, my husband and I laughed. He wanted to be fed Valentine was funny too cause when she wasn't preening herself, she was dancing with you. And all the different types of flora had a little plaque with their common name and their scientific name. Just all in all a great place to go. read more

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My first time at the conservatory! Everything is contained under a giant dome. We walked through twice and realized we missed more than we thought the first time. Lots of variety, enjoyed the birds and water features too. Afterwards walk through the park to enjoy the views over the city and the old quarries turned gardens. read more

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Super cool stop we made here. They do a good job educating on the plants and I liked the format of a scavenger hunt to ensure guests appreciate the unique foliage and birds they have to display. Parking is easy, and it is warm inside to keep the tropical plants happy. Thank you! read more

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This was a small but beautiful conservatory with well maintained collection of plants and trees inside. The temperature inside was warm but not too humid making it a pleasant visit. Labeling of the types of plants and birds was very comprehensive and we saw some unusual new plants. Personally including birds inside a conservatory was a nice addition especially for the kids who were thrilled to see them. I am sure that was a lot more entertaining than just the plants! However birds were not the only animals inside. Tiny mice also scampered around and were welcomed as they also helped maintain the ecosystem inside. Take time to also explore the rest of Queen Elizabeth Park. read more

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We're kind of in a plant, vegetation, garden stage of our life...you know the feeling. It's like the Southwest Airlines commercial, you "wanna get away", relax, breathe in the oxygen from the plants, take in the positive ions, marvel at the individual beauty of a plant and then take in the glory of a miniature tropical forest all at once. Back from the unpaid commercial, Bloedel Conservatory is at the top of the hill in Queen Elizabeth Park. The park is quite huge with a pitch and putt, tennis & pickleball courts, rose garden, vista points, and at the crown, the Bloedel Conservatory. There's a fee to enter and the route takes you clockwise on a winding journey thru tropical plants, a pond with koi fish, nooks with colorful birds, and "little invaders" - local wild mice who have also taken residence. I usually cringe at seeing wild mice in a building but there's something calming "upon being warned" and then seeing them scurry about the plants doing what mice do naturally. Just not in my house! It's a beautiful place, kind of small as you could walk it in 15 minutes, so we looped once more to make sure we didn't miss anything. Relaxing is the word..... read more

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not a free but affordable family activity in VANCOUVER inside queen elizabeth park. fairly small, about 20min to look at everything. great for pics, saw parrots (white, blue, red, rainbow) and their cage has oldies music blasting!! cute for pics, benches for chilling. plenty of colorful flowers but plastic barrier and cages in the background ruined some of my pics. def check it in. VISITING QUEEN LIZ PARK IS FREE THOUGH!! read more

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My 8 years old boy really enjoyed this place! He's the one who wants me to give it 5 stars. read more

Bloedel Conservatory - My 8yrs old boy really enjoyed this place. He is the one who wants me to give it 5 star review. - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This is a beautiful must-see place for those of you that love nature, flowers, birds, and trees. This was my first visit and will probably be my only visit and I'm glad I made it here. I have never been to Vancouver before and don't expect to come back any time soon. The place has a suggested donation of $7 (Canadian) pp. Parkibg is located down the hill and it is a bit of a hike uphill but good exercise. The staff is helpful and friendly. After your visit to this botanical wonder you can step outside and get some lovely pictures of the surrounding city and there are some fun statues. Also, if you don't have a car you can get here by sky train and bus routes. Do your homework! LOL read more

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We are bird lovers so this was at the top of our list when we visited Vancouver. It is pretty small, but also inexpensive, so it's a good deal overall in my opinion. It is small, but I appreciated that they had a scavenger hunt for kids which helped my daughter be even more present and engaged than she would have been normally. We went around like 3 times before we found the last plant on her list! I definitely encourage you to do a couple of laps, you'll see something new every time. The birds were all really fun to look at and I appreciated the map with their names and bios. We also really enjoyed all the exotic plants - it's really so beautiful. As others have mentioned, there are little tiny mice and they are seemingly everywhere. Once you see them, you really do see them everywhere. There are signs explaining that they do actually help the plants and don't really hurt anything so they let them stay. I think they should consider introducing a raptor, but that might cause more chaos than it's worth. We thought they were cute and weren't bothered by them at all. If you are a bird and/or plant lover then this is a great spot to check out. It's not going to take a long time, but might be worth it if you are visiting the park. read more

This was a beautiful conservatory if a bit on the small side, reminiscent of the Amazon spheres in Seattle. The plants were well labeled including a scavenger hunt for kids. A great way to spend 1h in any weather. You can walk up from the edge of the park or drive up to a really small lot. The highlight is a set of macaws and other parrots that stay at their various perches. They interact with visitors, some imitating phrases like hello, how are you, etc. Thus far, the review is 5*. However in dropping this to 3* because clipping birds' flight feathers is at best a controversial practice. It feels to me the need of keeping them inside and customers safe can be accomplished by separating areas with netting as zoos often do. I'd prefer if there was clearer guidance on this from the conservatory - in the meanwhile it feels somewhat odd to have obviously smart birds deprived of what they do 90% of their lives. read more

Small conservatory. We saw some beautiful birds but mainly parrots; most were still asleep at 11:30 am. Just like another Yelper's comment, our experience was negatively impacted by MICE! There were mice in plain sight and rustling in the plants. I was fearful one of them might run across my feet. It also convinced me not to use the restrooms. They need to address this serious issue and not rationalize it by saying it's part of the eco system. read more

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We stumbled across this Conservatory when visiting Queen Elizabeth Park. There is a fee to enter, but I think it was totally worth paying for! It's definitely a nice break from the cold weather that you might encounter if going in the winter. The temps inside are pretty warm and humid, which makes sense for the plants and animals inside. They have a large variety of parrots- all different colors and sizes. Some are pretty old, too! The plants are beautiful and they have several staff available to answer questions you might have about what's inside. We encountered a lot of people in the conservatory on the Thursday we went, so be prepared in case there's a crowd! There are souvenirs to purchase as well. Just a note- you do have to pay to park nearby. read more

Bloedel Conservatory - Two of the many parrots you can find inside! - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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The Conservatory was amazing with the birds and plants inside and the garden area out was also spectacular. What an Amazing place. read more

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Four stars for a small but well thought out indoor attraction in Queen Elizabeth park. The conservatory is city run and the price was reasonable given that most of the funds likely go to the upkeep. It was fascinating to think about the level of planning that had to go into mixing different plant, bird and probably small critter creatures (definitely had some mice but they are way more terrified of you than you are of them) from all over the world- different trees (including actual banana trees), flowers, plants, bushes and everything in between. It is also beautifully decorated and the birds were fun to watch. Overall probably not worth repeat visits but made for a fun cold weather activity. read more

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A beautiful, fun tour through an indoor display of beautiful and exotic plants, birds and fish. Can be easily done in 60-90 minutes. Cost around $13 Canadian for seniors like us. We thoroughly enjoyed it. As a bonus, afterward you get to leisurely stroll through the very large and beautiful park in which the Conservatory is located...and get some terrific views from the hilltop location. Highly recommended! read more

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Beautiful inside with beautiful flowers and birds, but I think it is very small/not that worth it with the price you pay to go in. If you do go, I recommend buying online as it is $1 cheaper. You should go to Queen Elizabeth park as well. read more

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What a fantastic treasure in the middle of the city! The conservatory is a giant dome on top of a hill that is a tropical rainforest inside. Thankfully it is warm but not hot, so it isn't uncomfortable to spend time inside. There are beautiful plants and vines, a small stream, and amazing birds. There are some free-flying birds in the trees and then half a dozen or so rescue parrots, macaws, and similarly large birds. The large birds have their flight feathers clipped for our safety, which is a bummer. It was explained to me though that they were all rescued from unfortunate situations and are living much better lives now. It is clear that they are very well stimulated, living in a beautiful environment and interacting with so many visitors every day. We spent time hanging out with Valentine, an absolutely charming bird who bobbed her (his?) head, danced with us, pulled up her wing over her head to play "peek-a-boo", and even SAID "peek-a-boo" a few times while doing that! We had so much fun interacting with her, it was a highlight of our trip to Vancouver. I recommend a visit if you are in the area. read more

Bloedel Conservatory - Valentine - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Quite upsetting to see the beautiful birds restricted by the thick, round walls, painted in green to mimic the freedom that they are so obviously not granted. The sadness of these birds was palpable. With every step closer to the macaw, I could feel it's sense of hopelessness and despair. My heart aches for them. Their wings probably clipped, and their hearts most definitely broken. I wouldn't be surprised if they all have a su***de pack. I yearn to be back in that dome, cultivating some superhuman strength to lift the roof off of the place and free these creatures. However, this hopeful thought comes to a crashing stop when I remember the likelihood of their clipped wings. What is a despair without hope? What is a life without freedom? Do these creatures know what they are missing? Or are they living in sweet ignorance of what could be? We might never know. read more

Love it here for a quick walk around before exploring the rest of the park. The whole thing takes 30ish minutes to slowly walk through and take pictures but maybe an hour if you really take your time. It's like 7 bucks so not as cheap as years ago but it's still a fun time. Make sure you stick around and look at all the weird plants and birds! They can be sneaky. read more

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Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! It's pretty cheap to visit the birds and various exotic plants. All of the birds are so pretty and very sweet to the guest. Valentine and Bianca loved saying hello to guest. Valentine was especially adorable as he was dancing and blowing kisses. They're where also so supper cute small birds that where flying around and landing in the trees. This is a great place to visit especially if you love birds. The only downside is you aren't able to touch or hold them. read more

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The Bloedel Conservatory advertises themselves as the most affordable indoor family-friendly activity in Vancouver and I think that has to be true! It's about $7 for adults and less expensive for kids. I saw a lot of kids go nuts for talking to the parrots, who are really friendly and sometimes talk back! It takes about 20-40 minutes to complete the circuit, so perfect for a kid's attention span. Still, Bloedel Conservatory has something to offer for adults, too. The plants are really beautiful and well-maintained. The architecture of the dome is also pretty unique and interesting. I was excited to see the birds, but it actually made me sad to see such large and intelligent birds tied up at times. I'm not sure if their wings were clipped but the parrots and large birds did not seem able to fly. (There are smaller birds like doves and hummingbirds flying around.) They're certainly well-cared for, but I realized they don't exactly advertise where they get the birds from and whether they're rescued. One thing is that the building is completely infested with mice and rats so I would avoid if you are bothered by rodents. I'm not sure why people are surprised: it's a warm enclosed space filled with crumbs of food. That being said, there really are a terrific number of mice and I really thought one was going to run across my feet. Overall it's definitely worth a visit especially since it is affordable and the park has great views. I probably wouldn't go again unless I had kids. read more

It was cute and not expensive. Very small. Think of it as a donation to feed the birds. Definitely tiny mice still running around there.

This is a charming and beautiful way to see tropical birds in the middle of Vancouver. It is located within Queen Elizabeth Park, so if you spend some time enjoying the park during cooler weather, you can make a reservation to duck in here to the "tropics" and warm up with your feathered friends! This would be a great place for either kids or adults. Younger kids will enjoy the zoo-like atmosphere, and the moderate size means that it will not wear out the adults with too much to do! There are parrots and a variety of other fascinating free-flying birds amongst tropical plants and flowers. If you are here at the right time, you might even be able to see them being fed. They reopened in July with online ticketing. Reserve your spot and enjoy! read more

Bloedel Conservatory - Parrots at the Conservatory - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This is my sanctuary. Peaceful greens but the best part is the birds. I can easily sit there for an hour. Happy when I hear kids laughing and being fascinated by the birds. read more

This was a highlight of our visit to Vancouver. We drove there after walking in Stanley Park. The indoor domed area of the Conservatory is not huge, but the colorful birds are amazing to watch. They are free to fly around, but they all have an individual perch with a name sign. The plantings are lush and gorgeous. It was a very tranquil spot to explore. read more

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It's a beautiful. The conservatory is not that big, so it can great really crowded during high season. Personally, I love the small area where they allow you to get close to the birds. They also have great vegetation that would be hard to find outside of this sanctuary. Our kids and our family friends had a wonderful time. The bird guide was a nice touch. It motivated the kids to explore and allowed them to discover the the beauty of these aerial creatures. read more

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YOU MUST COME HERE. It is adjacent to the Queen Elizabeth Gardens. It has tropical plant life (tree and flower life) from as far away as the South Pacific. Birds fly around here too. They have enormous tropical birds from South America as well as small bird life. You walk through this place, surrounded by orchids, lilies, lotus flowers and even begonias. The birds flying around just added to the experience of this brilliant place. read more

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Lockdown activity suggestion ~ I wanted to do something different, so my bf Alex & I checked out Bloedel Conservatory at QE Park! Seriously it was like a mini vacation. Tropical gardens, waterfall, Koi pond, beautiful chatty birds flying all around. It's magical. And it was Alex's first time there, he loved it! They reserve 45 min. time slots, we had enough time to circle twice. Only $7 too! Must reserve online ahead! Walk around the beautiful sunken gardens of QE Park while you're there! read more

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I love the Bloedel Conservatory, yet I don't go very often - the last time I went was in the summer of 2016, two years ago! So this year I was determined to go when the perfect opportunity arose: the rare blooming of the "corpse flower". (Read more here: https://vancouver.ca/news-calendar/rare-corpse-flower-set-to-bloom-at-park-boards-bloedel-conservatory.aspx) The Bloedel Conservatory has the exotic flower "Titan arum", also known as the corpse flower, because when it blooms, it smells terrible, like rotting meat. Also, when the large plant blooms, it's a rare event, as it may only bloom every 7 to 10 years, and only remains in bloom for about 24 to 48 hours. On the evening of July 15th, the flower bloomed, and the Bloedel Conservatory held extended hours. I went the next day, July 16th (luckily it was my day off), and unfortunately (or fortunately, I guess), it didn't smell. So while I was a bit disappointed, I'm glad I went, as going to the conservatory had been on my list of things to do for two years, and this exciting event made me go. Because it was such a special, and limited, event, it was very crowded, and I had to wait in line for about 45 minutes to get in (this is not the norm, I assure you). It was a very hot day, and staff had set up tents near the entrance to provide some relief from the heat and handed out umbrellas from the gift shop for people to use against the sun - it really was that hot. Despite the crowd and the abnormally long wait, staff kept things organized and orderly, and there weren't any problems. I enjoyed my time looking at the plants and birds, and also caught a glimpse, but not whiff, of the corpse flower. Corpse flower in bloom or not, if you haven't been to the Bloedel Conservatory yet, I highly recommend it. Admission is an affordable $6.50 for adults (children and senior rates are under $5), or free with a VanDusen Garden membership. It really is one of the cheaper things to do in Vancouver, and coolest. [Yelp collections: Cheap Thrills; Parks and Gardens; Being a tourist in my own city; Inspiration Pass; Review of the Day] read more

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