Muttart Conservatory

Gardens ·Edmonton ·Open now
  • from CAD 14.95
  • Ideal for a special occasion

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Muttart Conservatory is a botanical garden with four glass display pyramids, public gardens and greenhouses in Edmonton’s North Saskatchewan River valley, near Gallagher Park and across from downtown.

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What's on here

Why go

  • One of Canada’s largest indoor plant collections spans 700 plant species across four pyramids and botanical gardens.
  • Plants from hot and cold dry regions across five continents fill the Arid Pyramid.
  • Temperate plants come from the southern Great Lakes, Australia and mountainous parts of Asia.

Opening hours

Today10:00 – 17:00Show all
Monday10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 21:00
Thursday10:00 – 21:00
Friday10:00 – 17:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 17:00

What's in season

  • NowSep – NovSeptember 19–November 15, 2026: a coleus flower tower, patio lights, a farmer’s cart, pumpkins and specialty chrysanthemums fill the Feature Pyramid.
  • Nov – JanNovember 21, 2026–January 3, 2027: the Classic Christmas Feature Pyramid has trees, lights, poinsettias and a wooden train. Closed Christmas Day.

Don't miss

  • Stream-fed bogContinue past the bog into woodland and alpine planting, with redwoods, cedars, eucalyptus and flowering shrubs in the temperate collection.Near the entrance to the Temperate Pyramid
  • Tropical Pyramid waterfallLook for small fish and water lilies in the waterfall’s pool, then explore tropical planting including banana plants, orchids, hibiscus and bird of paradise.Tropical Pyramid

Shorts

History

  1. 1976The building was created in 1976. Architect Peter Hemingway designed its glass pyramids around a central service core. Construction received city and provincial funding, with help from the Gladys and Merrill Muttart Foundation.
  2. June 2009A $6.3 million renovation was completed.
  3. Spring 2013An Agave americana in the Arid Pyramid grew to about 9 metres (30 feet) and reached the roof.
  4. March 11, 2013An imported Amorphophallus titanum budded.
  5. April 22, 2013The Amorphophallus titanum bloomed.

How to get there

  • TrainTake the Valley Line to Muttart LRT Stop, the nearest transit stop. Address: 9626 96A Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta.
  • BusThe closest stops are #2127 westbound and #2242 eastbound.

Accessibility

  • Facility accessibility Most of the facility is accessible.

Sources: Muttart Conservatory - Wikipedia · Edmonton/South Central - Wikivoyage (see) · Muttart Conservatory | City of Edmonton · Muttart Conservatory - Wikipedia · checked 30 Sep 2026

Where
9626 96a St NW, Edmonton

Plan from here: Evening walk →

Questions and answers

When is Muttart Conservatory open?

Monday, Tuesday and Friday–Sunday, 10:00–17:00; Wednesday and Thursday, 10:00–21:00. Closed Christmas Day.

Does Muttart Conservatory host weddings?

Yes, the conservatory hosts events including weddings. Contact +1 780-442-5311 for enquiries.

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