Minter Gardens Group Services

Nestled against 7000-foot Mt. Cheam in beautiful ‘Super Natural’ British Columbia is one of the most spectacular show gardens in the world!  Minter Gardens is set within 32 acres of floral artistry.  Eleven themed gardens are designed to dazzle the senses with massive displays of colour and fragrance. 

Two great Restaurants and a Gift & Plant Shop are all part of the experience.   We offer your clients a memorable experience, total relaxation, fine dining and excellent service all within your timetable.  If you are traveling to or from Vancouver, BC, Minter Gardens is a great coffee or lunch stop!

TEN GREAT REASONS TO COME DAZZLE YOUR SENSES AT MINTER GARDENS

• 32 acres of fantastic floral, colour and fragrance

• Easy 3 minute access to Trans Canada Highway #1

• Convenient coach parking for group arrivals

• Large, spotlessly clean washrooms equipped for disabled persons

• Excellent service all within your timetable

• 90 minutes east of downtown Vancouver BC

• A daily lunch buffet served from 11 am to 2 pm (mid-June to mid-September)

• Casual dining in our brand new Envision Conservatory Garden Café

• Spacious Gift and Plant Shop

LOCATION
We are strategically located 90 minutes east of downtown Vancouver, BC on the Trans Canada Highway #1 at the Harrison Hot Springs exit #135.  Minter Gardens is an ideal refreshment stop for Rocky Mountain & wine tours.  map and driving directions

OPERATING SEASON
Open daily April to mid-October.  Closing times vary:
April & October 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
May & September 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
June 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
July & August 9:00 am - 7:00 pm. 

2008 RETAIL GROUP RATES
(includes 5% GST)
Applies to groups of 15 or more paying adult admissions:  
Adults (19+)           $11.50
Youth  (6-18)         $  5.50
Children 5 & Under   Free 
Payment must be made in one lump sum for discounts

wholesale tour OPERATOR
Please contact Jo-Ann for our Wholesale Tour Planner, 1-800-661-3919 or by email.

Handicapped Rate
For guests in a manual wheelchair, one attendant may visit the gardens for free.

SELF- GUIDED TOUR
Admission includes a self-guided tour map of the Gardens. 

GROUP BOOKING
We appreciate being advised at least 48 hours in advance of group arrivals.  We would also like to know the estimated group size.  reserve your group online

DRIVER / TOUR GUIDE COMPLIMENTARY POLICY
The driver and escort receive free admission to the Gardens.  Our complimentary meal policy also gives them the same meal choice as the group.

FLOWERING GUIDE
Generally speaking, the highlights of each season are as follows:  

• April & May:  Massive plantings of spring bulbs in bloom, as well as great displays of rhododendrons and azaleas.

• June:  Late-blooming bulbs, outstanding show of perennials, early annuals and roses starting.

• July & August:  Roses, summer blooming perennials and annuals in full bloom.

• Sept. & October:  Still lots of summer colour, beautiful fall foliage complemented by fall pansies, stunning chrysanthemums, fall perennials, ornamental grasses and ornamental kale.

The Trillium Restaurant conservatory
Come and enjoy our delicious gourmet lunch buffet in the Trillium Restaurant Conservatory  Monday to Saturday Mid-June to Mid-September.  Or join us, each Sunday, for a Gourmet Sunday Brunch, April through mid-October, from 11 am to 2 pm.  Our group rates are—Monday to Saturday $12.95 and Sunday $17.95 per person, plus gratuity and tax.  Regular rates apply on special occasion brunches, please ask for pricing. Reservations are required. Sample Buffet Menu
During the early and late part of our season when the public buffet is not available, semi-private buffets may be pre-booked, in the Envision, for groups of 25 or more—please ask for details.
 

The Envision conservatory Garden Cafe
The Garden Cafe in the Envision Conservatory offers a variety of a la carte menu items from sandwiches, salads and burgers to wraps, pastas, mouth-watering desserts, and gourmet specials. 
menu and pricing

GARDEN CAFE LUNCHEON VOUCHER
May we suggest arranging for a voucher towards the purchase of a tasty lunch.  Vouchers may be purchased in any denomination.  They are non-redeemable for cash.

EVENT & BANQUET FACILITIES
Both the Trillium Restaurant & Conservatory and the Envision Conservatory offer great locations for wedding receptions, family gatherings or corporate events.  For availability and information please contact Jo-Ann at 604-792-7399 or email mail@mintergardens.com

GUIDED TOURS
A pre-booked one-hour general tour of the gardens is only $65, and a horticultural tour is $125 for groups of 15 to 30 (subject to 5% gst).  If your group is over 30 please contact us for pricing.  A guided tour must be booked a minimum of 72 hours in advance.