Scenic & Romantic
Wander the Gardens at HCP
Nine acres of themed gardens in Saanich, a Takata Japanese garden, and Canada's largest outdoor bonsai collection for a few dollars.
The Gardens at HCP, 505 Quayle Rd, Saanich
More infoScenic & Romantic
Nine acres of themed gardens in Saanich, a Takata Japanese garden, and Canada's largest outdoor bonsai collection for a few dollars.
The Gardens at HCP, 505 Quayle Rd, Saanich
More infoWhile most of Victoria queues for Butchart, the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific just gets on with being lovely. Nine acres of themed gardens unfold across a Saanich conservation site: the serene Takata Japanese garden with its bridge and pond, a rose garden, and Canada's largest outdoor bonsai collection, all linked by quiet forest paths. Admission runs a few dollars, so wander twice and still afford the on-site cafe.
Skip the Butchart crowds and take the long way through all nine acres: the serene Takata Japanese garden, the rose garden, and Canada's largest outdoor bonsai collection, stitched together by quiet forest paths. Budget around 90 minutes and let the cafe be your halfway pause. Admission's a few dollars, so come on a quiet weekday and meander every section.
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