UBC Attractions (2015)

 

Belkin Art Gallery
Art Gallery 1825 Main Mall
Tel (604) 822 2759 www.belkin.ubc.caThe Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery’s mandate is to research, exhibit, collect, publish, educate, and develop programs in the field of contemporary art and in contemporary approaches to the practice of art history and criticism.Summer Hours: Tues-Fri 10am-5pm and Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm

 

UBC Botanical Garden & Greenheart Canopy Walkway at UBC Botanical Garden

UbcAttractions002 6804 SW Marine Drive
Tel (604) 822 3928 www.botanicalgarden.ubc.caEstablished in 1916, the UBC Botanical Garden has an outstanding collection of temperate plants displayed according to their geographic areas. Exhibits of regional plants include the Native Garden and Alpine Garden.Located in garden and open year-round, the Greenheart Canopy Walkway is a 308-metre (1010 feet) aerial trail system that offers a rare perspective of the natural beauty of the west coast forest canopy ecosystem. It is the only one of its kind in Canada.Summer Hours: Daily 9:30am-5pm

 

Beaty Biodiversity Museum

UbcAttractions003 2212 Main Mall
Tel (604) 827 4955 www.beatymuseum.ubc.caA museum dedicated to enhancing the public’s understanding and appreciation of biodiversity. It is home to over 20,000 fossils from all over the world, including the largest blue whale exhibit in Canada.Summer Hours: Wed- Sun 11am-5pm

 

Nitobe Memorial Garden

UbcAttractions004 1895 Lower Mall
Tel (604) 822 4208 www.botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/nitobeConsidered to be the best traditional, authentic Japanese Tea and Stroll Garden in North America and among the top five Japanese gardens outside Japan, the Nitobe Garden includes a rare authentic Tea Garden with a ceremonial Tea House. The exquisite work of art was created out of two-and-a-half acres of pristine forest by landscape architects and gardeners recommended by the government of Japan.

 

Museum of Anthropology

UbcAttractions005 6393 N.W. Marine Drive
Tel (604) 827 5932 www.moa.ubc.caThe Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia is world-renowned for its collections, research, teaching, public programs, and community connections. Exhibits range from an in-depth display of traditional and contemporary art of the First Nations Peoples of British Columbia, a vast collection of cultural artifacts from around the world, and contemporary art that challenges stereotypes of culture. It is also acclaimed for its spectacular architecture and unique setting on the cliffs of Point Grey.

 

Student Recreation Centre

 UbcAttractions006 6000 Student Union Boulevard
Tel (604) 822 6000 www.rec.ubc.ca or www.birdcoop.ubc.caThe SRC is one of Canada’s premier University fitness facilities. It includes 1,800 square-feet of gym space, a full service fitness and weight room, a 2,300 square-foot dance studio, and a 1,600 square-foot traditional martial arts dojo.Summer Hours: Bird Coop: Mon-Thu 6:30am-9pm Fri 6:30am-7pm Sat 10am-5pm Sun + Holidays 12pm-5pm

 

Pacific Spirit Regional Park

UbcAttractions007 1200 W 73rd Ave, Suite # 130
Tel (604) 224 5739 www.metrovancouver.orgThe Pacific Spirit Regional Park encompasses 763 hectares of forest and foreshore surrounding UBC, and boasts 73 kilometers of walking trails. Experience a variety of landscapes, from estuary marshes, rock and cobble beaches, wooded ravines, ancient bog, and upland forests. Regional Park Interpreters offer customized group programs on themes ranging between edible plants, birds, and bog ecology.

 

University Golf Course

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5185 University Boulevard
Tel (604) 224 7799 www.universitygolf.comDesigned to satisfy players of every level, the course features low-mowed rough and few hazards of water to carry over. Greens on Par Threes are well protected by sand and require stealth accuracy. Move back to the championship tees and put a little more distance between you and the pins. 18 holes, Par 72.Summer Hours: First tee time 6am Last tee time 8pm

 

Aquatic Centre

UBC Aquatic Centre 6121 University Boulevard
Tel (604) 822 4501 www.aquatics.ubc.caThe UBC Aquatic Centre features a 50-metre indoor pool, seasonal 55-yard outdoor pool, whirlpool, fitness/weight room, sauna/steam rooms, seasonal patio area, and diving boards from one to ten meters.Summer Hours: Please call for swim times, lessons, etc.

 

*Please note that these hours are subject to change.