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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

Garden, History Museum, and Art Museum

Downtown Vancouver, Vancouver

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"Johnathan is such a good guide tour, you'll enjoy everything."(5 Tips)
"First Chinese or "scholars" garden built outside of China."(3 Tips)
"A beautiful free park next door to the Classical Chinese Garden."(2 Tips)
"gorgeous traditional Chinese gardens"(2 Tips)

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oakbendyetiAugust 5, 2013
Absolutely beautiful place to relax, there are two gardens/areas side by side. One costs money, the other is free - it's worth checking both out
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Martin D. CiaoAugust 16, 2014
Fans of Continuum must visit this place! On another note, there are two sides to the garden. I recommend going to both sides and just enjoy the scenery. The garden is perfect for photography.
RachelAugust 11, 2013
I'd suggest taking the 45 min tour - you appreciate the grounds so much more. Also, feeding of the koi happens once a day at 11:45am from may - October so if you're there, be sure to watch it!
Petra ViewegMay 3, 2018
This is a real must! I love every inch of it. Beautiful, interestibg, serene... spend an hour or two and don’t fortet your camera!
Jill H-WJune 13, 2014
The admission fee to this garden is worth it. Be sure to take a guided tour. And visit the park next door (free) and compare the two spaces.
David Cox-EspenlaubSeptember 27, 2012
There are two ways to tour this garden, the guided tour shows you the private section and is very informative. The public section is larger and very beautiful as well.
Ale CarreónOctober 20, 2013
Johnathan is such a good guide tour, you'll enjoy everything. And you must to drink the tea :) Great!!!!
Franziska MlAugust 16, 2013
The 14 Dollar Ticket is worth it (students only 10). Take the included guided Tour. Awesome! Beautiful Place! Makes me wanna go to china someday!
Zaptravel IncAugust 30, 2013
By day a bistro, brasserie, and tearoom, Café Opera becomes one of the most crowded nightclubs in Stockholm in the evening.
Michelle ConnochieSeptember 9, 2018
Pretty but our experience was distracted by a random homeless man singing in the bushes
Ben EngenJuly 5, 2019
Nice Chinese garden with a free and a paid side. I only saw the free side but it didn't seem that great. Worth stopping in if you're in the neighborhood. Otherwise...
AnnaAugust 26, 2022
beautiful chinese gardens. an oasis within the city
Paige HunterMay 23, 2017
The pond is undergoing restoration work but the garden is still lovely.
Albert CuregJuly 16, 2017
The garden is free but the other half is pay to enter. Definitely worth the money though. There is a one hour tour.
Beana KingJuly 1, 2018
Beautiful picture opportunities and knowledge freiendly staff
Joe ZézitoApril 15, 2011
This free park is adjacent to the classical Chinese garden, which charges an entrance fee. Both are nice, but the guided tour and authenticity of the garden make the fee worthwhile.
@JaumePrimeroDecember 15, 2013
Tons of photo opps here, and totally free! A must see if you come to Vancouver.
hussein sMay 17, 2016
First Chinese or "scholars" garden built outside of China. Peaceful
Amy HoAugust 9, 2014
Great for a relaxing stroll through the garden
USA TODAYDecember 1, 2010
One of the first traditional Chinese gardens built outside of China. Both the garden and the adjacent Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park are worth visiting. Read more
Avi SmithDecember 1, 2011
Been here 50+ times
An excellent place to stop and smell the cherry blossoms. A beautiful free park next door to the Classical Chinese Garden.
Angela IsabelMay 19, 2019
Beautiful surprise in the hustle bustle of the city
The ProvinceFebruary 17, 2012
Stepping into the gorgeous traditional Chinese gardens is one of our favourite — and free! — things to do in Vancouver. Read more
Adam NowekJune 26, 2015
An amazing place to escape for a few moments from the hustle and bustle of Chinatown.
Carol BrowneAugust 22, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Dreamy. Get a year pass and visit whenever you feel like it. I work downtown and go there often for a little break. Read more
Sara Au YeongJanuary 27, 2017
One of the most beautiful gardens in North America!
Darlan RodSeptember 17, 2018
Not so much to see. Beside the museum, there is a good Chinese garden to go.
Steve R.August 31, 2013
Jonathan, a volunteer tour guide is amazing. Try to take his tour.
Mimi XieOctober 18, 2013
Lots of memories here. Used to feed the fishes wih my mom. Not allowed to do that anymore!
S. Raziq MohideenOctober 11, 2017
It's simply beautiful
Kris ConstableMay 16, 2014
Sit quietly until you can feel each breath.
Mehdi MesgarzadehApril 4, 2019
the museum items are 3 times expensive than outside shopes
Scotty SJuly 1, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Serenity. Coi. Turtles.frogs. peace
Paco PalaciosMay 2, 2015
Lovely place
Vivian LeeFebruary 11, 2019
It snowed yesterday and the garden was beautiful with snow
Erica SwallowMarch 3, 2010
For a quick breather, stop by and visit this beautiful garden. Try to find the "Everything is Going to Be Alright" sign. :-) Read more
Colin ChauDecember 31, 2014
Admission is $9 for students
Mischa SzpirtApril 10, 2011
Fee to enter the garden but free tea inside. Thou you can enjoy the free part of the garden just a much.
Nabil BazzariApril 19, 2015
Haven't been here. Think it's worth a visit?
Alexis SampognaAugust 13, 2015
Look for turtles and koi fish
graceface killaMay 26, 2012
Enjoy some tea, but be careful for it is hot!
Viator.comJanuary 24, 2012
No nails or screws were used in any of the garden’s construction! Read more
Yumi AngApril 22, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Open May 1-Jun 14: 9:30-5:30. Jun 15-Aug 31: 9AM-6:30PM. September: 9:30-5:30 Oct 1-Apr 30: 9:30 - 4PM.
Yumi AngApril 22, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Look for the giant koi, and cute turles and Canadian geese.
Jumpy ChefOctober 26, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Very relaxing place- awesome
Ray HsuMarch 24, 2011
The stones here are from Mexico. Shhh
Paige VanderbeckMay 14, 2011
Don't jump in the pond, it is mucho gross. Haha!
Santiago AguilarJuly 29, 2018
Tourist trap
Alan x el mundoFebruary 11, 2020
Precioso jardín reproducción de uno de los jardines chinos mas famosos de Suzhou China. La entrada es cara pero está muy bien cuidado.
Gabie RodriguezApril 9, 2022
Está hermoso !! Vale totalmente la pena, el costo por persona son 16 dólares, sólo aceptan tarjeta !

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