Edwards Gardens (Toronto Botanical Garden)
The beautiful Toronto Botancal Garden is free to visit and boasts a wide range of natural and manicured gardens

Edwards Gardens, home to the Toronto Botanical Garden features a stunning collection of themed gardens and is open year round from dawn to dusk. This former estate garden owned by wealthy businessman Rupert Edwards was sold to the City of Toronto to be preserved as a park and first opened to the public in 1956. Consider it a bonus that there is no admission charge to see these lovely gardens.
Located on a ravine North of Downtown Toronto, Edwards Gardens features perennial and rose gardens in the upper area and rhododendrons, wildflowers and a rockery in the valley portion. The natural and manicured backdrops provided by the Gardens make it a very popular location for wedding photography.
You can enjoy a leisurely walk along the pathway leading out of the park that follows the ravine south into Wilket Creek Park, Serena Gundy Park and Ernest Thompson Seton Park. This path also passes by the Ontario Science Centre, so you may want to consider a visit to that attraction while in the area.
It is easy to get to these beautiful gardens by public transit.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoEdwards Gardens Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Address: 755 Lawrence Ave E, North York, ON M3C 1P2, Canada
Phone: (416) 392-8188
Official Website: Edwards Gardens
Edwards Gardens Reviews
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Still a great place to visit to look at flowers. But the price of parking is a bit steep.
The tulips are in bloom for May. The park is bustling with people. Everyone is in a festive mood as the flowers have blossomed. Lots of varieties to see.
The parking is $4/hr. There are limited spots and need lots of patience. It gets expensive if you like to stop and smell the flowers. It is easy to spend 2-3 hours here.
The gift store is quaint. It has lots of nice stuff and hard to find stuff. but it’s pretty pricy.
It’s a great place to visit. It’s better to take transit or alternative transportation. You can park on some side streets across the park to same some money.
Roger K - a week ago
Fun to visit, really cool paths, nature, statues and many different varieties of plants and trees. Bridges were really cool and the garden has many different creations using the plants such as the dinosaur and bowing man. Would really recommend to visit even though the buildings were closed when I went, there was still a lot to explore and enjoy.
Zander Chorniy - 2 weeks ago
If you are looking for a zen moment to relax and meditate then this will be your go to place! I have been visiting the gardens for years and it is one of my favourite places in town! Weekends are pretty busy now so weekdays are better. Hi for a walk, picnic, enjoy the season and relax!
Farheen imtiaz - a week ago
Overall a beautiful place. Perfect for sitting down, small walks, pictures and picnics! Big, grassy areas with beautiful variety of trees and plenty of benches. There was also an icecream truck which was a nice treat! Came here with 8 other people. Lively place!
Maisah - a week ago
A very warm and nature filled environment in May.
The botanical garden has her own beauty.
During weekend the parking is very jam packed. So if necessary be prepared to park at a distance.
Generally theres a part where no pets are allowed so you wil enjoy.
The area is huge so if you want a mild trail you can have.
Children loves to play here.
Also, the entry is free but the parking is not.
The flower collection is awesome.
kazi ibrahim - 2 weeks ago
Directions
TTC Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
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Yonge-University-Spadina | Eglinton Station | 1 Minute |
How to get to Edwards Gardens by TTC Subway
Take the #54, #54A, or 54B Lawrence East or the #51 Leslie to Steeles bus eastbound from Eglington Station on the Yonge-University-Spadina line.
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