Kariya Park: A Japanese Oasis in Mississauga
Experience tranquility in Mississauga's Kariya Park, a Japanese garden oasis celebrating friendship and cultural harmony.
Kariya Park is a tranquil Japanese-style garden in the heart of Mississauga, Ontario. It symbolizes the bond between Mississauga and its sister city, Kariya, Japan, offering a serene escape with cherry blossoms, a traditional pavilion, and peaceful ponds.
A brief summary to Kariya Park
- 3620 Kariya Dr, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3J2, CA
- +1905-615-4100
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during late April or early May to witness the stunning cherry blossoms in full bloom.
- Consider visiting in the morning for a quieter, more peaceful experience.
- Take public transit or park at Square One Shopping Centre to avoid limited street parking.
- Obtain a permit from the City for any commercial photography or photoshoots.
- Follow park etiquette by staying on trails, disposing of waste properly and respecting the park's tranquility.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From the Mississauga City Centre Terminal, take MiWay Bus Route 3 (Bloor) towards Square One Shopping Centre. Get off at the stop at Central Parkway and Kariya Drive. Kariya Park is a short walk from there. A one-way fare on MiWay is approximately CAD $4.00.
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Walking
Kariya Park is located near Square One Shopping Centre. From Square One, walk east along Burnhamthorpe Road. Turn south onto Kariya Drive. The park entrance will be on your left.
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Taxi/Ride-share
Enter 'Kariya Park' or '3620 Kariya Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 3J2' as your destination. The park is easily accessible by taxi or ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft. Expect to pay around CAD $15-25 for a short trip within Mississauga.
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Car
Enter the address '3620 Kariya Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 3J2' into your GPS. There is limited metered street parking available on Kariya Drive at a rate of CAD $1 per hour. Alternatively, parking is available at the nearby Square One Shopping Centre or at 201 City Centre Drive for approximately CAD $1 per hour, or CAD $6 for 24 hours.
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