Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory

The Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory is a large glass-enclosed building in Niagara Falls that houses thousands of free-flying tropical butterflies. The interior is filled with lush tropical vegetation, flowering plants, and a natural waterfall that create a rainforest-like setting.

The facility opened in 1996 and has become the largest glass-enclosed butterfly house in North America. It was built as both an educational venue and a research center for studying butterfly biology and behavior.

Tropical butterfly species from around the world fly freely through the glass house, allowing visitors to observe their natural behavior up close. The space creates a sense of stepping into a rainforest setting where these insects move and feed naturally.

The building is climate-controlled to maintain tropical conditions year-round, making it comfortable to visit in any season. Sturdy, closed-toe shoes are recommended since paths wind through plant beds and can be wet or uneven.

Visitors can watch butterflies emerge from their chrysalis through special viewing windows, witnessing metamorphosis happening in real time. This rare opportunity lets people see one of nature's most dramatic transformations as it actually occurs.

Location: Ontario

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: Niagara Parkway

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:30-17:00; Saturday-Sunday 09:30-18:00

Phone: +19053580025

Website: http://niagaraparks.com/garden-trail/butterfly-conservatory.html

GPS coordinates: 43.13730,-79.05550

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40