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The Butterfly Conservatory in Niagara Falls is an indoor attraction that allows visitors to wander amongst recreated tropical conditions in which more than 2,000 butterflies fly freely. The conservatory also has educational displays and film. This attraction is especially good for families with kids under 14. Children are in awe of so many colourful butterflies, some of which will land on you - and the conservatory's location within the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens offers up plenty of green space for kids to run around.
The Butterfly Conservatory in Niagara Falls is an indoor attraction that allows visitors to wander amongst recreated tropical conditions in which more than 2,000 butterflies fly freely. The conservatory also has educational displays and film. This attraction is especially good for families with kids under 14. Children are in awe of so many colourful butterflies, some of which will land on you - and the conservatory's location within the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens offers up plenty of green space for kids to run around.
Where is the Butterfly Conservatory?
The Butterfly Conservatory is on the outskirts of downtown Niagara Falls (i.e. about a 10 min drive from the Niagara Fallsview Casino or the Maid of the Mist entrance) on the grounds of Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens at 2405 Niagara Parkway.
Visitors wishing to include the Butterfly Conservatory as part of their Niagara Falls itinerary may start their day at the conservatory, take advantage of the free parking and then take the People Mover bus to the Falls and back.
Directions to Butterfly Conservatory
Visitors wishing to include the Butterfly Conservatory as part of their Niagara Falls itinerary may start their day at the conservatory, take advantage of the free parking and then take the People Mover bus to the Falls and back.
Directions to Butterfly Conservatory
Getting Around / People Mover Bus
Photos courtesy Niagara Parks
Parking is free at the conservatory, so visitors may wish to park there for the day and take the People Mover bus to the Falls. The People Mover Bus runs regularly, so if you miss one, don't fret, another one is coming soon. For an unlimited day of transportation, the People Mover Bus costs $4.50 - $7.50 and is free for kids under 5.
Admission to the Butterfly Conservatory (as of 2009)
Admission prices are in Canadian dollars and do not include taxes:Adults (13+ years) - $11.00
Children - $6.50 (6 to 12 years)
5 and under - FREE!
Butterfly Conservatory Hours (as of 2009)
The Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory is open year-round except December 25.All times are subject to change. Last ticket sold 30 minutes before closing times shown.
Opening Time - 9:00 a.m.
Closing Times
January 1 to March 7: 5 p.m.
March 8 to 16: 6 p.m.
March 17 to May 16: Monday to Friday 5 p.m., Weekends and holidays 6 p.m.
May 17 to June 20: Monday to Friday 6 p.m, Weekends and holidays 8 p.m.
June 21 August 17: 9 p.m.
August 18 to August 31: 8:30 p.m.
September 1 to October 12: 6 p.m.
October 13 to December 31: 5 p.m.
Closed December 25
How Long Should You Spend at the Butterfly Conservatory?
Families should expect to spend at least one hour inside the conservatory and may want to allow more time to explore the botanical grounds in warmer months.Tips for Visiting the Butterfly Conservatory
Photo courtesy Niagara Parks
