Edwards Gardens

If you're a nature lover and enjoy a peaceful morning stroll, I highly recommend stopping by. I went in the early morning in late Autumn so you can see the frost on all of these flowers - much better to experience this in-person!

You can easily spend 2 hours walking through the garden, and ending it off with a hot coffee and pastry at the Dandelion Cafe!

Plenty of paid parking ($8 for the entire day). It helps support the garden, and it's relatively cheap too.

If you’re looking for a lush, peaceful escape within the city, Edwards Gardens delivers in spades. Here’s a breakdown of what stood out — and a few things to keep in mind.

✅ What I Loved

1. Beautifully curated gardens & nature
The moment you walk in, you’re surrounded by a wonderful variety of flowers, perennials, shrubs and trees. There are rock gardens, little waterfalls and bridges over the creek that add charming touches. 
The seasonal variation is strong: in spring you’ll find tulips and wildflowers; summer brings roses and lush greenery; autumn paints the leaves in vivid colours; even in winter the quiet, bare‑trees setting has its own calm appeal. 

2. Great for a relaxed stroll or photography
The paths are gentle and mostly easy to navigate — ideal for a casual walk, a slow afternoon reading on a bench, or bringing a camera and just letting the scenery be your subject.

3. Convenient location + good amenities
Located at 755 Lawrence Ave E (corner of Leslie & Lawrence) in North York, it’s accessible by car and transit. 

4. Peaceful despite being in the city
It genuinely feels like you’ve left the urban hustle behind. The sounds of water, birds and leaves rustling offer a nice break from traffic and noise. Visitors repeatedly describe it as a serene spot.

If you enjoy being in touch with nature, participating in nature-related events, having a place to walk, and seeing Canada in its many colors throughout the seasons, Edward Gardens is a park worth visiting to experience all of this.

The park is enormous, with a diverse array of plants, flowers, and animals, and has several hidden spots that you can only discover by walking in detail.

The park can be accessed by public transportation, as several bus lines pass through the area, or by car. There is also paid parking in the area and paid street parking.

The park has excellent accessibility, with a flat walking area, without any obstacles for walkers, walking sticks, or wheelchairs. Accessible restrooms are available, with doors that open and close automatically, grab bars, and safety gates.

The park has a snack bar on site, but food is also permitted. Just remember to dispose of trash properly and don't feed the animals.

In addition to the park's natural surroundings, the area also features a greenhouse with various plants and a study area.

It's definitely worth a visit, and for those with children, it's a very pleasant environment.

The gardens were part of private estate of Rupert Edwards who has created the whole ensemble of rockery, waterfalls, bridges and later sold it to the city to become a public park. Toronto Botanical garden is operating 1.8 hectare portion of Edwards gardens. The place is not that large but has nice themed gardens and arboretum. There is an ample parking lot as well as cafe on-premises.

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Stunning garden! The vibrant colours of the flowers and the well-manicured landscapes create such a serene atmosphere. It's a perfect spot for a peaceful stroll or a picnic with friends and family. The variety of plants and the overall design were impressive, making it a photographer's dream.

I also appreciated the little seating areas scattered throughout the garden, perfect for taking a moment to simply enjoy the beauty around you.

If you're looking for a lovely escape from the hustle and bustle, I highly recommend visiting this garden. I can't wait to go back in different seasons to see how the scenery changes!