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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a registered museum and one of Vancouver’s top tourist attractions. It is a unique venue for cultural programming and events, including guided tours, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, receptions, and educational programs. First opened to the public in 1986, this Ming Dynasty-style garden-home is the first among its kind to have been built outside of China, and continues to be unique among the world as the result of the joint collaborative effort of community members, the Canadian Government, and the People’s Republic of China. As a registered not-for-profit all Garden revenue goes toward the fulfillment of our mission to bring together cultures and communities through educational and public programs. Book ticket
Discover the art of traditional Chinese tea ceremonies while sampling delicious tea. Tea drinking is an integral part of Chinese culture. Since ancient times, the simple pleasure of family and friends gathering to drink tea has been practiced promoting health and well-being. Savour the delicate fragrances, imagining yourself as an ancient scholar at leisure in their garden home! In this session, we will be trying two different types of tea to compare and contrast the aroma, taste and flavour profiles. Saturdays: 10:30 AM | 11:45 AM | 1 PM (Max 8 spaces in each time slot) Sundays: 10:30 AM | 11:45 AM | 1 PM (Max 8 spaces in each time slot) Book ticket

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Guzheng & Tea

Barrett Bai, our talented 16 year-old Guzheng artist, is back performing at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden through June. Since he was 10, Barrett has mastered the 21-string instrument, and his music is filled with passion and emotion.

While enjoying a cup of our Garden-blend jasmine tea, let Barrett’s mesmerizing melodies captivate you, each note radiating either intensity or softness. Don’t miss this chance to experience the beauty of traditional Chinese music in our serene Garden setting.

Sundays: 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM

  • July 20
  • August 3, 24, 31
  • September 7, 14, 21, 28

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Free for annual pass holders

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Plan Your visit to Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

Over the years, the Garden has received several honours and designations: it is one of Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s “Places That Matter”; was named World’s Top City Garden by National Geographic in 2011; voted Canadian Garden of the Year by the Canadian Garden Tourism Council in 2012; and most recently, the proud recipient of the 2022 City of Vancouver Award of Excellence in the category for Diversity & Inclusion

FAMILY VISITS

From scavenger hunts to Family Days, learn about bringing a family to The Garden and arrange a fun day out for all ages.

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GROUP VISITS

From a walk in historical Chinatown to Tai Chi in the Garden, we offer specialized group programs that are fun, interactive, and educational.

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TOURS

Let us lead you through this stunning Garden-home, or off on an adventure to explore our local Chinatown community.

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EVENTS

See our upcoming events to ensure you don’t miss out on our range of cultural and educational programs.

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EXHIBITIONS

Learn about our current exhibitions, and discover what we have coming up next.

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TRAVEL TRADE

Offer your clients a unique day discovering the history and culture of Vancouver’s Chinatown.

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A Message to Our Guests:

In order to ensure that we protect the Garden’s tranquil environment and provide every visitor with a safe and respectful experience, please note our on-site policies:
  • During our Special Events (Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, Concert Series), guests are welcome to wear traditional or themed attire to maintain a comfortable atmosphere for all visitors. Photography is permitted with handheld equipment only.
  • Whether with a professional photographer or simply a friend, staged photo shoots are not permitted during the Garden’s public opening hours. Examples include: engagement photos, wedding photos, prom photos, senior or graduation photos, and posed portrait photos in costumes or special attire. For events such as these, find more information here.
  • Tripods, selfie sticks, drones, lighting equipment, or stabilizers are not permitted.
The Garden reserves the right to refuse admissions or request for visitors to leave if they fail to comply with our policies.