Thank George W. Allan, an early Toronto politician, for this humid bounty of fragrant air and tropical blooms; he donated five acres to what was originally called the Toronto Horticultural Society, way back in 1858. Opened in 1910, the domed Palm House (one of five hothouses), features displays of seasonal flowers, along with a permanent collection of cacti, ferns, ivy, banana trees and Sassafras. A life-sized statue of Scottish poet Robert Burns stands in the easternmost portion of the park.
When:
Palm House, M–Su and holidays 10–5.
How Much:
free.
Parking:
limited free parking off Horticultural Ave.; or metered parking.
TTC access:
from College station, 506 Carlton streetcar east to Jarvis St.
Location
  • Bordered by Carlton, Gerrard, Jarvis and Sherbourne streets
  • 416-392-7288
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