Abkhazi Garden

Overview

Abkhazi Garden is a beautiful, historic 17-acre horticultural gem in Victoria, British Columbia. It was created by Princess Abkhazi, a remarkable woman who fled the Russian Revolution and made her home in Victoria.

It is one of the most beautiful gardens in Canada, featuring over 4,000 plants, including magnolias, rhododendrons, and azaleas

Botanical Garden Historical Site

Location

Address

1964 Fairfield Road, Victoria, British Colombia

Neighborhood: Fairfield

Coordinates

48.434800, -123.332600

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$15

Children

$5

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, more peaceful

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella hat

not allowed

large bags drones pets

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• uneven paths

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Canadian Dollar

Typical Costs

entry $15

parking $5

food $10

souvenirs $15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Abkhazi Garden App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets, Garden history

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Victoria International Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

$40 30 min

public_transport

$5 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

$2 15 min

bus

$1.50 20 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance, beautiful setting

Historical Significance: Important events happened here, created by a remarkable woman

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance
Visit during the week for a more peaceful experience

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John
• Visit nearby Beacon Hill Park

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Thank you

where_is Where is

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, French, German

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Tea House

Best Time: Afternoon

Tips: Wide shot

Result: Charming view

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, teahouse

prohibited areas private areas

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Dallas Road Waterfront Walkway

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Scenic Walkway

Beacon Hill Park

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.7

Based on 2,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"
"Comfortable shoes"

Contact Information

+1 250-592-0400

info@abkhasigarden.com

www.abkhasigarden.com

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