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4.7

VanDusen Botanical Garden

5251 Oak St Vancouver BC V6M 4H1
VanDusen Botanical Garden Hedge Maze

Overview

4.7
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Explore VanDusen Botanical Garden, an inspiring 55 acre outdoor oasis with over 7,500 plant species and varieties from around the world. Find your way through the hedge maze, spot and snap photos of local wildlife, and unwind in a serene setting located in the heart of Vancouver. Bring a picnic or dine on the patios of Shaughnessy Restaurant or the Garden Café. Don’t forget to visit the award-winning Visitor Centre and browse the gift shop.

Visiting during the holidays? Check out Vancouver's premier holiday event, VanDusen Festival of Lights, when over 1 million lights decorate 15 acres of the Garden.

Accessibility
  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible washroom
Accessibility
  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible washroom
General
Service Dogs
Staff have been trained on guide and service dog policies
Supporting Programs
Business accepts Access2Card (www.access2card.ca) or permits a support person to accompany the customer at no cost or at a discount
Mobility
Parking
Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
Activities & Transportation
Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
Accessible spaces have clear views of the main activity (i.e. stage, viewing area)
Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Entrance
Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
One or more entry points are automated
Restroom in Public Area
Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
Food Services
Accessible path of travel and accessible style tables/booths
Cognitive & sensory friendly
Restroom in Public Area
Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
Overall Space
Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
Surfaces, window coverings, and décor with minimal glare or reflection, as well as minimal use of bold patterns, shapes, or stripes
Subtle and/or natural lighting, no florescent or harsh lighting, and no dark shadows
Minimal visual clutter and obstacles, with clear central access throughout the space
Door handles have colour contrast with the body of the door; doors and frames have colour contrast with adjacent walls; any glass doors are marked to make them clearly visible
Cognitive- and sensory-friendly information is included on the website
Signs & Navigation
Directional signs at key decision points, including main entrances, restrooms, lounges, and reception desks
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VanDusen Botanical Garden Hedge Maze

VanDusen Botanical Garden

Explore VanDusen Botanical Garden, an inspiring 55 acre outdoor oasis with over 7,500 plant species and varieties from around the world. Find your way through the hedge maze, spot and snap photos of local wildlife, and unwind in a serene setting located in the heart of Vancouver. Bring a picnic or dine on the patios of Shaughnessy Restaurant or the Garden Café. Don’t forget to visit the award-winning Visitor Centre and browse the gift shop. Visiting during the holidays? Check out Vancouver's premier holiday event, VanDusen Festival of Lights, when over 1 million lights decorate 15 acres of the Garden.

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Meeting facilities

VanDusen Botanical Garden offers a range of stunning facilities for your next memorable event. They have a number of beautiful indoor and outdoor locations to choose from. The Visitor Centre is comprised of 3 rental halls. The BMO Great Hall and Peggy Gunn Woodland Hall A & B. These rooms can be rented as one large space or separated into 3 smaller rooms depending on the needs of your event. Visitor Centre: 120 seated, 180 theatre Floral Hall: 120 seated, 135 theatre Cedar Room: 50 theatre Botanical Garden: 200 (The Great Lawn), 120 (Heron Lake), 30 (Meadow Pond)

Number of rooms:3
Reception capacity:150
Banquet capacity:120
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