Updated in September 2026, this Bloedel Conservatory guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, parking, accessibility and what to see.
Bloedel Conservatory is a domed conservatory and aviary atop Queen Elizabeth Park in Vancouver, Canada. Adult admission is now $9.50, up from the $7.40 many guides still quote. This guide was updated in September 2026 to reflect the current rate. You can book in advance through Viator before your visit.
Quick facts about Bloedel Conservatory
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 4600 Cambie Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V5Z 2Z1 |
| Opening hours (8 Sept–31 Oct) | 10am–5pm daily |
| Adult admission | $9.50 |
| Senior admission (65+) | $7.60 |
| Youth admission (13–18) | $6.65 |
| Child admission (5–12) | $4.75 |
| Preschooler (4 & under) | Free |
| Typical visit duration | 45 minutes to 1 hour |
Why book Bloedel Conservatory tickets?
- 🏛️ A 1967 Centennial landmark: Vancouver’s geodesic dome has watched over the city since 1969.
- 🎟️ Over 100 free-flying birds: Macaws, parrots and pheasants roam freely beneath the dome.
- 🌿 Three climates in one building: Walk through tropical rainforest, sub-tropical forest and desert zones.
- 📜 Home to Vancouver’s oldest koi: Dragon Gate has lived in the conservatory’s pond since Expo 86.
- 💰 Free for Indigenous visitors: Self-identifying Indigenous Peoples receive free general admission in person.
Opening hours at Bloedel Conservatory
Bloedel Conservatory’s hours change through the year: 10am to 4pm in January and February; 10am to 6pm in March and April; 10am to 7pm from May to Labour Day (7 September this year); 10am to 5pm from 8 September to 31 October; and 10am to 4pm in November and December. Last entry is 15 minutes before closing, and the Conservatory closes on 25 December.
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- ✈️ Take a Vancouver seaplane tour, and fly above the surrounding coastline.
- 🌉 See the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Vancouver Lookout on a Vancouver highlights tour.
Ticket prices for Bloedel Conservatory
| Ticket type | Year-round price | 5-Visit Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (19–64) | $9.50 | $38.00 |
| Senior (65+) | $7.60 | $30.40 |
| Youth (13–18) | $6.65 | $26.60 |
| Child (5–12) | $4.75 | $19.00 |
| Preschooler (0–4) | Free | – |
Prices don’t include tax. Booking online saves $1 on the adult ticket. The 5-Visit Pass is non-transferable and tied to one named visitor. Prices are current as of September 2026 and may change without notice. You can book through Viator to secure your preferred date.
How to get to Bloedel Conservatory
By car, the Conservatory is at the top of Queen Elizabeth Park, on Cambie Street.
By SkyTrain, King Edward and Oakridge-41st Avenue stations on the Canada Line are both a few minutes’ walk away.
Parking at Bloedel Conservatory
Paid parking lots are available throughout Queen Elizabeth Park.
How long to spend at Bloedel Conservatory
Most visitors spend 45 minutes to an hour inside the dome.
Accessibility at Bloedel Conservatory
The main pathways inside the Conservatory are wheelchair accessible. The interior is kept warm and humid, so dress in layers you can remove.
What to see at Bloedel Conservatory
The three climate zones. Tropical rainforest, sub-tropical forest and desert habitats sit side by side beneath the dome.
The free-flying birds. Macaws, parrots, cockatoos and pheasants live under the dome, with the larger perch birds all rescues.
Dragon Gate. Believed to be Vancouver’s oldest koi fish, this resident of the conservatory’s pond was originally brought to the city for Expo 86.
The geodesic dome. A roof of triangular plexiglass bubbles, built as a 1967 Canadian Centennial project and opened in 1969.
Queen Elizabeth Park’s Quarry Gardens. Just outside the dome, sunken gardens fill two former rock quarries with terraced plantings.
Practical tips for visiting Bloedel Conservatory
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dress in layers | The dome is kept warm and humid for its tropical residents. |
| Pick up the scavenger hunt booklet | It’s included with admission and keeps kids engaged. |
| Time it for feeding | Staff feed the birds each morning, a lively time to visit. |
| Combine with a VanDusen membership | Members get unlimited entry to both the Conservatory and VanDusen Botanical Garden. |
| Book tickets in advance | Advance booking is recommended, especially at weekends, and you can book through Viator. |
Frequently asked questions about Bloedel Conservatory
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How much does admission cost? | Adult admission is $9.50; some guides still quote the older $7.40 rate. |
| Can I touch the birds? | No, feeding, touching or handling the birds isn’t permitted. |
| Is the Conservatory wheelchair accessible? | Yes, the main pathways are accessible. |
| How do I get there without a car? | King Edward and Oakridge-41st Avenue SkyTrain stations are both a short walk away. |
| Should I book in advance? | Yes, particularly at weekends. You can book in advance through Viator. |
Things to do near Bloedel Conservatory
Queen Elizabeth Park’s Quarry Gardens unfold right outside the Conservatory’s doors, with terraced plantings in former rock quarries.
The Pitch and Putt golf course, within Queen Elizabeth Park, offers a relaxed round with city views.
Nat Bailey Stadium, home to the Vancouver Canadians baseball team, is a short drive from the park.
Main Street’s shops and cafés offer a trendy stretch of independent stores a short drive away.
The Hillcrest Centre has a pool, ice rinks and other recreation facilities close to the park.
Alternative attractions to Bloedel Conservatory
VanDusen Botanical Garden, a short drive away, spreads 7,500 plant species across 55 acres, including an Elizabethan hedge maze.
The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, in Chinatown, is a Ming Dynasty-style garden built by artisans from Suzhou, China.
UBC Botanical Garden covers 110 acres of themed plant collections on the University of British Columbia campus.
Nitobe Memorial Garden, also at UBC, is regarded as one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside Japan.
Stanley Park offers a seawall, rainforest trails and a rose garden on Vancouver’s downtown peninsula. Highlights include the Stanley Park Totem Poles, Prospect Point Lookout, Siwash Rock and Third Beach.
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- Plan your visit to the Museum of Vancouver.
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