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Allan Gardens: A Downtown Oasis

Discover a historic horticultural haven in downtown Toronto, featuring diverse plant collections and tranquil green spaces.

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Escape the city bustle at Allan Gardens, a historic Toronto park boasting a conservatory with diverse plant collections from around the globe. Explore themed greenhouses, enjoy the outdoor green space, and discover a tranquil retreat in the heart of downtown.

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A brief summary to Allan Gardens

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160 Gerrard St E, Toronto, Old Toronto, Ontario, M5A 2E5, CA
Monday
10 am-5 pm
Tuesday
10 am-5 pm
Wednesday
10 am-5 pm
Thursday
10 am-5 pm
Friday
10 am-5 pm
Saturday
10 am-5 pm
Sunday
10 am-5 pm
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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Allan Gardens.

Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.

Visit during seasonal flower shows for special displays and events.
Explore each of the themed greenhouses to experience diverse plant collections.
Enjoy a picnic on the open green space or relax under the shade of mature trees.
Bring your dog to the off-leash dog park.

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Allan Gardens, one of Toronto's oldest parks, offers a serene escape in the city's Garden District. Founded in 1858 and officially opened in 1860, the park originated from a donation by George William Allan to the Toronto Horticultural Society. Originally known as the Horticultural Gardens, it was renamed in Allan's honor in 1901.The Allan Gardens Conservatory, a highlight of the park, features six interconnected greenhouses spanning over 16,000 square feet. Each greenhouse showcases unique plant collections from different climate zones.* **Arid House:** Discover cacti and succulents from around the world. * **Tropical House:** Immerse yourself in lush foliage and equatorial plants. * **Temperate House:** Experience fragrant jasmine, camellias, and seasonal floral displays. * **Orchid and Bromeliad House:** Admire colorful orchids and bromeliads.Outside the conservatory, enjoy the open green space, mature trees, a children's playground, and a dog park. Allan Gardens has a rich history as a community gathering place and a site for public demonstrations. The park is easily accessible and offers a refreshing dose of nature in the heart of Toronto.

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    Getting There

    Public Transport

    Allan Gardens is easily accessible by public transport. 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. Alternatively, from Queens Park or College Station on the Yonge-University-Spadina Line, take the #506 Main Street Station streetcar east to Carlton Street at Jarvis Street. The gardens are just south on Jarvis. TTC fares are approximately $3.30 CAD for a single adult fare.

    Walking

    Allan Gardens occupies an entire block in downtown Toronto, bordered by Sherbourne, Carlton, Gerrard, and Jarvis Streets. From College Station, walk east on Carlton Street to Jarvis Street, then south to the park entrance. The walk is approximately 8 minutes. From the Eaton Centre, walk east along Dundas Street East, then turn north onto Jarvis Street. The gardens will be on your left. This walk is approximately 15 minutes. No costs are involved for walking.

    Taxi/Ride-share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Toronto. A short taxi ride from Union Station to Allan Gardens will typically cost between $10 and $15 CAD, depending on traffic and surge pricing. The trip usually takes about 10-15 minutes.

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