The Butchart Gardens with Round-trip Shuttle from Downtown Victoria and Ferry
Stroll along meandering paths through fifty-five acres of delightful floral displays at The Butchart Gardens. In 1904, Jennie Butchart began to beautify a worked-out quarry site north of Victoria. Her venture has become a family commitment to horticulture and hospitality spanning 100 years, delighting visitors from all over the world.
Packages Includes:
- Ferry Fare
- Admission to The Butchart Gardens
- Round-trip Shuttle Transportation from Downtown Victoria to The Butchart Gardens
Please arrive at the Fairmont Empress 15 minutes prior to your desired departure time. Your ticket is valid for use once in each direction, for any scheduled shuttle time. This ticket includes round-trip shuttle transportation and admission to The Butchart Gardens.
Shuttle Schedule:
April 15 – 30, 2022 (Closed April 26 and 27)
Depart from Fairmont Empress: 11:30am
Depart from The Butchart Gardens: 2:45pm
May 1 – June 14, 2022 (Closed May 3, 4, 10 and 11):
Daily depart from Fairmont Empress: 9:30am and 11:30am
Depart from The Butchart Gardens: 12:45pm and 2:45pm
June 15 – September 30, 2022:
Depart from Fairmont Empress: 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm
Depart from The Butchart Gardens: 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm and 4:00pm
Please Note: All passengers are required to wear a face mask or face covering on the shuttle. Your ticket is valid for use once in each direction, for any scheduled shuttle time.
The Butchart Gardens COVID-19 Protocols:
Masks are required in all indoor facilities, and proof of vaccination for patrons 12 years of age and older is required to access the Dining Room and The Blue Poppy Restaurant. For more information regarding COVID-19 protocols, please visit The Butchart Gardens website.
February 7 – 28, 2022: 9:00am – 3:30pm
March 1 – 31, 2022: 9:00am – 4:00pm
April 1 – May 31, 2022: 9:00am – 5:00pm
June 1 – September 30, 2022: 9:00am – 5:00pm
October 1 – 31, 2022: 9:00am – 4:00pm
COVID-19 Protocols:
Visitors are asked to maintain adequate physical distancing while visiting, and respect that people’s comfort levels may differ. For more information regarding COVID-19 protocols, please visit The Butchart Gardens website.
Debit or credit only, The Gardens is unable to accept cash in any facilities.
Pet Policy:
Pets are welcome at The Butchart Gardens during operating hours. Please visit The Butchart Gardens website for more information on their pet policy.
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