Allan Gardens
The Allan Gardens and Conservatory features plants from around the world and admission is always free
Allan Gardens, one of the oldest parks in Toronto, first opened all the way back in 1858. The park is named after former Toronto mayor George William Allan who donated the land. Admission to the park is always free.
Allan Gardens features a conservatory and six greenhouses with an area of over 16000 square feet that showcase rare varieties of beautiful tropical plants from around the world. Featured in the centre is the domed 'Palm House' conservatory constructed in 1910. In the Palm House bamboo and banana trees tower above you.
The gardens feature special seasonal displays including an Easter Show, a Fall Show and, highlighting the year, the Christmas Show when the conservatory gets decorated and filled with flowering plants and 40 plus varieties of poinsettias.
The park grounds are populated with a variety of mature trees including sugar maples, red oak, black cherry and American beech. Most of the trees are 100 plus years old. If you love plants and flowers you shouldn't miss this beautiful oasis in the heart of the city.
Access to the park is easy via public transit. For detailed information about the park see their official website linked to below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoAllan Gardens Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Address: 160 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2E5, Canada
Phone: (416) 392-7288
Official Website: Allan Gardens
Allan Gardens Reviews
Rated out of 5
Absolutely LOVE this free indoor garden in downtown Toronto. The combination of plant life, clean atmosphere and some animals (turtles and fish) make this garden an unforgettable sight. I was surprised as it is much larger inside than it may appear from the outside.
There are a few atriums with different types of plants in each, beyond what you’d see anywhere in the city. Lots of tropical plants and cacti.
I recommend checking out this garden for anyone visiting or exploring Toronto ANY TIME OF THE YEAR. They are open year long.
Jerry Gerber - a month ago
This place is hidden , near the park. I accidently discovered it and had a grand tour, just 10 minutes before they close .
Beautiful and unforgettable experience.. the plants and,flowers was well taken care. Entrance is free.
Fauziah Abduljalil - a week ago
The green houses have such interesting and beautiful plants especially the cactus. Nice to walk around for 10-20 mins. They close at 5 pm. The surrounding park has plenty benches to sit. There are several homeless encampments and lots of homeless people which make the park less suitable for a stroll or picnic.
A Leferink - 4 months ago
I enjoyed the visit a lot! The entrance is free. You can wander around the amazing green houses as much as you please. The plants are fantastic!
Ksenia Pavlova-Amchislavsky - a month ago
Allen Gardens was a pretty greenhouse. It was very calm and relaxing walking through the gardens. It's also a nice reprieve from the cold during winter because of how warm it it.
Natune-Chineke Esor - 4 months ago
Directions
| TTC Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bloor-Danforth Line | Sherbourne Station | 1 MInute |
| Yonge-University-Spadina Line | Queen's Pk or College Station | 1 MInute |
How to get to Allan Gardens by TTC Subway
From Sherbourne Station on the Bloor-Danforth Line take the #75 Sherbourne bus south to Sherbourne at Gerrard Street East. A path into the gardens starts at the northwest corner of the intersection.
From Queens Park or College Station on the Yonge-University-Spadina Line take the #506 Main Street Station streetcar east to Carleton Street at Jarvis Street. The gardens are just south on Jarvis. You can also skip the streetcar and walk to the garden from College Station in about 8 minutes.
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