Tropical garden under the dome in Queen Elizabeth Park

The Conservatory is open daily, rain or shine. The triodetic dome is filled with exotic plants, tropical flowers, colourful Koi fish and over 100 free-flying birds of various species. Tropical plants include palms,bromeliads and the many other exotic plants from around the world.

It was constructed through a very generous donation from Prentice Bloedel in 1969. That same donation enabled the Park Board to cover the main reservoir atop Queen Elizabeth Park.

The conservatory sits beside the beautiful Quarry Gardens and a panoramic 180 degree view of Vancouver's skyline and mountain backdrop.

Location:     Off 33rd Avenue between Cambie and Main Streets
Telephone:  604-257-8584

Hours of Operation

Admission fees

Summer (May 1 through September 17)
9am - 8pm Mon - Fri
10am - 9pm Sat/Sun
Winter (September 18 through April 30)
10am - 5pm
Weddings under the dome

Reservations are required for wedding ceremonies and photos and a rental fee is charged per booked session. Two time slots are available for wedding parties: morning (before public opening) and evening (after public closing time). For further information and reservations call 604-257-8584.

Photo Gallery

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Map

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Fees and Charges
Archival Film
Video: Official Opening
Watch footage of the official opening in December 1969:
Large [ WMV, 28Mb]
Video from Vancouver Archives
Virtual Tour