OPENING HOURS
Open Wednesday to Sunday
**SUMMER HOURS** (May 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023)
9:30 am – 4:00 pm (last entry 3:30pm)
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
CLOSED
Monday, Tuesday
The Garden will be closed on May 24th, July 15th, August 5th and September 23rd due to Private Events
The Garden will be closing earlier/opening later: May 20th and September 16th (closing at 3pm), June 15th and July 22nd (closing at 1pm), September 3rd (opening at 10:30am) and September 28th (closing at 2pm) due to private events
Admission Rates
STUDENT
$12.00*
SENIOR
$13.00*
ADULT
$16.00*
FAMILY
$32.00*
Annual
$0.00
***NEW SUMMER HOURS AS OF MAY 1st, 2023 – SEPTEMBER 30th, 2023 ***
Wednesday – Sundays: 9:30am – 4pm (last entry 3:30pm)
Note:
*Age 6-17 or over 17 with valid student I.D
**2 adults and up to 3 children under the age of 17
Annual Pass Holders &
Society Members
If you are a Society Member or Annual Pass holder please be sure to have your valid membership details with you when you arrive to present to our Visitor Services team. If you would like to speak with our team about becoming an Annual Pass Holder, or to renew or confirm the expiry date of your membership, please contact us.
EXHIBITION, EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Thursday: 10:30 am | 11:45 am | 1 pm (Max 8 spaces in each time slot)
Friday: 10:30 am | 11:45 am | 1 pm (Max 8 spaces in each time slot)
Nathalie Keiller has completed training in and received certifications from Sivananda Vedanta, Ashtanga, Hatha, Anusara and Yin Yoga. She has spent the past 25 years developing these skills with passion. Sharing this holistic knowledge and helping her clients and students to achieve better health and improved quality of life is her everyday joy. The class will officially begin each Monday at 9:30 am PST and Nathalie will be available from 9:20 am to answer questions.
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. 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.
NEW SAFETY PROTOCOLS
We’ve made a few changes to ensure you can safely enjoy your visit:
We are offering time-slot based tickets that can be booked in advance.
Face coverings are recommended for the protection of yourself and others, unless you are exempt.
Hand sanitiser stations can be found throughout the Garden. Please wash or sanitise your hands regularly.
The Garden’s primary entrance has been relocated to Keefer and Carrall St, right across from S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Simon K.Y. Lee Senior Care Home.
Please be considerate to other visitors and staff.
We have introduced extra cleaning measures for your protection.
Before purchasing tickets, carefully review your event and ticket selection information. Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden does not allow refunds for unclaimed or unused tickets.
Please note: Whether with a professional photographer or simply a friend, staged photo shoots are not permitted during the Garden’s public opening hours. Examples of staged photo shoots include: engagement photos, wedding photos, prom photos, senior or graduation photos, and posed portrait photos in costumes, special attire or using unauthorised props (such as tripods, drones or balloons).
More information here
Unfortunately due to our need to manage visitors to the Garden, those who have not registered can be denied entry.
WAYS TO EXPLORE
We’re proud to offer a variety of programs and experiences at the garden.
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.
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.
GROUP TOURS
Let us lead you through this stunning Garden-home, or off on an adventure to explore our local Chinatown community.
EVENTS
See our upcoming events to ensure you don’t miss out on our range of cultural and educational programs.
EXHIBITIONS
Learn about our current exhibitions, and discover what we have coming up next.
TRAVEL TRADE
Offer your clients a unique day discovering the history and culture of Vancouver’s Chinatown.
ACCESSIBILITY
Open to alL
The staff strives to make the garden accessible to all visitors. Measures are taken to ensure visitors find everything they need in the exhibition rooms and at each step of their itinerary.
Visitors With Physical Disabilities
Visitors With Hearing Impairments
Visitors With Visual Impairments
Visitors With Developmental And Learning Disabilities
Open to alL
The staff strives to make the garden accessible to all visitors. Measures are taken to ensure visitors find everything they need in the exhibition rooms and at each step of their itinerary.
Visitors With Physical Disabilities
Visitors With Hearing Impairments
Visitors With Developmental And Learning Disabilities
Visitors With Visual Impairments
Personal photos are encouraged during your visit, but whether with a professional photographer or simply a friend, staged photo shoots are not permitted during the Garden’s public opening hours. Examples of staged photo shoots include: engagement photos, wedding photos, prom photos, senior or graduation photos, and posed portrait photos in costumes, special attire or using unauthorized props (such as drones or balloons). More information here.
Learn about our community partners and the vibrant community of Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eating is not allowed inside the Garden. Please kindly leave outside food and drinks at Visitor Services or carry them in securely covered containers.
Compact strollers are allowed inside the Garden. Unfortunately due to our new operating procedures, we are currently unable to store strollers on site.
Please kindly leave your pets at home. Only licensed guide dogs/animals are permitted inside the Garden.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is a family-friendly attraction. We ask visitors to kindly follow the rules below as a way to help conserve an important cultural heritage site in Vancouver:
- Smoking is prohibited on Garden premises.
- For their safety, children should be supervised at all times.
- Please do not feed or touch the koi fish and other wildlife in the Garden.
- Please do not wade or swim in the pond or waterfall.
- The Garden ting is closed to the public. Please do not climb the rock mountain.
- Washroom facilities are reserved for Garden Patrons
GETTING HERE (578 Carrall Street, Vancouver, BC)
The Garden’s primary entrance has been relocated to Keefer and Carrall St, right across from S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Simon K.Y. Lee Senior Care Home.
Parking
There is no parking on Garden premises. The closest public parkade is located at 180 Keefer Street. Metered street parking is available throughout Chinatown.
Public Transit
Bus
The #19 and #22 buses from Downtown Vancouver stop at Pender Street near Carrall Street.
Skytrain
The closest Skytrain Station is Stadium—Chinatown. Walk east on Keefer Street for three blocks. The Garden is located inside the white walls, follow the signs.
Have a question in mind?
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GETTING TO THE GARDEN
578 Carrall Street, Vancouver, BC
The Garden’s entrance is located on Carrall Street between Pender and Keefer. Look for the red gate and the red signs at our entrance.
Parking
There is no parking on Garden premises. The closest public parkade is located at 180 Keefer Street. Metered street parking is available throughout Chinatown.
Bus
The #19 and #22 bus from Downtown Vancouver stop at Pender Street near Carrall Street.
Skytrain
The closest Skytrain Station is Stadium—Chinatown. Walk east on Keefer Street for three blocks. The Garden is located inside the white walls, follow the signs.