Just 10 minutes north of the Falls, the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory is one of the calmest, most magical stops in Niagara — a tropical glasshouse filled with more than 2,000 butterflies from over 40 species, flying freely around you. It’s a year-round favourite with families, couples and photographers.
Tickets & Info (2026)
| Price (CAD) | |
|---|---|
| Adult (13+) | $25 |
| Child (3–12) | $16.50 |
| Infant | Free |
- Open: daily, year-round (arrive at least an hour before closing)
- Address: 2565 Niagara Parkway, inside the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens
- Time needed: 45–60 minutes
- Tickets: anytime admission — no timed reservation needed
- Included in: every tier of the Niagara Falls Pass
What You’ll See
A 180-metre path winds through a rainforest-style conservatory with waterfalls and tropical plants. Look for the brilliant blue morphos and the enormous owl butterflies, and don’t miss the emergence window, where new butterflies break out of their chrysalises. Opened in 1996, it’s one of the largest butterfly conservatories in North America.
Tips for Your Visit
- Wear bright colours — butterflies are more likely to land on you.
- Go on a sunny morning when the butterflies are most active.
- It’s warm and humid inside: remove your jacket and let camera lenses acclimatise to avoid fogging.
- Check yourself for hitchhikers before you leave!
- Great on rainy or cold days — see more ideas in Niagara Falls weather.
Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens
The conservatory sits within 40 hectares of free-to-explore gardens — famous for the rose garden (peak in June), perennial beds and arboretum. Nearby on the Parkway you’ll also find the Floral Clock and, back near the Falls, the Floral Showhouse greenhouse.
Plan a Parkway Day
Combine the Butterfly Conservatory with the Whirlpool Aero Car, the Floral Clock and a winery lunch on the way to Niagara-on-the-Lake. Travelling with children? See things to do with kids.
FAQ
Is the Butterfly Conservatory worth it?
Yes, especially for families and photographers. It’s a peaceful contrast to the crowds at the Falls.
How far is it from the Falls?
About 9 km north along the Niagara Parkway — roughly 10–15 minutes by car or reachable by the WEGO bus in season.