| Membership | Price |
|---|---|
| Student | $55/year |
| Single | $85/year |
| Single Plus | $120/year |
| Family | $130/year |
| Family Plus | $175/year |
| Contributing | $250/year |
| Supporting | $500/year |
| Sustaining | $1,000/year |
| Benefactor's Circle | $2,500/year |
| Director's Circle | $5,000/year |
| President's Circle | $10,000/year |
Canada’s Largest Botanical Garden
Come to Your Senses
Royal Botanical Gardens is your #1 destination for spectacular fall colours! Satisfy your need for nature and engage your senses with picture-perfect nature trails and gorgeous blooms throughout captivating cultivated gardens.
Where People, Plants and Nature Cultivate Unforgettable Experiences
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5
cultivated garden areas
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27
km of nature trails
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2,400
acres of nature sanctuaries
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300
acres of cultivated gardens
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50+
species at risk
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2,300+
plant species
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181,000+
individual plants
- Explore RBG
What's In Bloom
October 23, 2020
Fall colour has arrived in Hendrie Park! Its amazing to see some of these cold-hardy roses still putting out incredible blooms this late …
October 23, 2020
Time for a spooky edition of #BotanicalQuiz: I am native to Western Europe, where, (according to myth) Werewolves once roamed the mountai…
October 22, 2020
'Kinetic Symmetry' by UK sculptor Ivan Black is the newest edition to the Dan Lawrie International Sculpture Collection. This kinetic ins…
October 21, 2020
When strolling through the new Rose Garden in Hendrie Park, you may notice we have a number with "Drift" in their name, including this be…
October 20, 2020
Its berry and cone season! Plants like Snowberry, Crabapple, and Yew (all pictured) can both bring some fall and winter interested into a…
October 19, 2020
Autumn brings vibrant colour and rich texture to the new rose garden! We love watching how this garden grows and changes every season. Wh…
October 19, 2020
Chrysanthemums, also known as mums, are a fall favourite for many; they add beautiful fall tones to any garden or container. They come in…
October 19, 2020
If you've ever tried to find the name of a rose in the new garden that you love, you may have noticed there are often two lines in the pl…
October 18, 2020
Peek-a-Boo challenge: can you name this garden space?
#botanicalgarden #HamONT #BurlON #garden #botancical #ontario #discoverON #staycat…
October 18, 2020
The Bird of Paradise is a popular stop in the Mediterranean Garden, bringing some tropical vibes to any breezy October day.
#RBGblooms #…
October 17, 2020
Have you spotted fall asters in the gardens, trails, and in your neighbourhood?
These native beauties are "composite flowers", meaning t…
October 17, 2020
REMINDER: Rock Garden will be closed this Monday (October 19), re-opening for regular hours on Tuesday. Join us this weekend to see this …
October 17, 2020
Rosa 'Summer Memories' ('KORuteli') is putting out some gorgeous fall blooms! This Shrub Rose is a beautiful repeat bloomer, with cream o…
October 16, 2020
With the right support, even pumpkins can be grown vertically! Thanks to a sturdy frame, netting, and some extra knots in the right place…
October 16, 2020
Descend along the sloping boardwalks of the Morrison Woodland Garden for a tree-level view of this shaded, forest floor display.
If you…
October 15, 2020
Nice wide paths in the new Rose Garden mean lots of space for the companion plants to sweep over the sides, leaving lots of room to pass …
October 14, 2020
Who says brassicaceae only belong in the veggie garden? Cabbage can bring texture and a homey feeling to your autumn planter or ornamenta…
October 12, 2020
This year, we have so much to be thankful for.
We are thankful to be surrounded by nature every day.
We are thankful to our members and…
October 12, 2020
You can always count on Japanese Anemone to bring some cheery blooms into a fall garden! Find these throughout Rock Garden and in the new…
October 11, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! Yes, we ARE open tomorrow (Monday October 12) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come join us for a stroll through the au…
October 11, 2020
Completed in 1931, the historic Rock Garden is a favourite of many Hamiltonians and with the rejuvenation completed in 2016, it became ac…
October 11, 2020
What is a 21st Century Rose?
Centries of selecting roses for spectacular form and colour bred the dispease-resistance and fragrance out …
October 10, 2020
As the foliage falls and summer blooms fade, fall is an excellent time of year to explore the sculptural collections in the gardens!
The…
October 10, 2020
This rose may be called "Summer Romance" but we're gettings some amazing #SpookySeason vibes from this October flush! If you're visiting …
October 9, 2020
Birders rejoice! With mirgration season upon us, there are many feathered friends to watch (and to photograph) in RBG's nature sanctuarie…
What’s New
Check out RBG’s blog for announcements, articles, and more from Canada’s largest botanical garden.
Upcoming Events
RBG Gardens, Trails & Experiences
View the mapRoyal Botanical Gardens is located at the western tip of Lake Ontario. Five distinct formal gardens are contained with 1,100 hectares of nature reserve, nestled into the slopes of Niagara Escarpment World Biosphere Reserve. Explore and enjoy the many historical outdoor plant collections, the indoor Mediterranean Garden, and 27 km of nature trails.
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Courses, Camps & Programs
Your natural choice for extraordinary experiences.
Courses & Workshops
RBG offers courses and workshops for families, kids and adults in the areas of gardening, nature, botanical arts and wellness.
School Programs
RBG’s school programs use hands-on exploration and activities to engage students and to immerse them in the natural world.
Virtual Field Trips
No matter where you are, your class can interact with our educators and scientists and explore topics like biodiversity, conservation, botany, plant ecology and the environment.
Early-Years Play
RBG offers outdoor education programs for little explorers! Join us with your 2 to 5 year old throughout the year for fun and games as we explore and learn about our natural world.
Camps
Discovery Camps are about fun, education and respect set in one of the most biologically diverse natural areas in Canada.
Youth Programs
RBG aims to be a leader in environmental stewardship and education, by engaging the young leaders of today we are preparing the way for a better tomorrow.
Become an RBG Member
Members have access to the following benefits when presenting their membership card and one piece of photo identification.
- Unlimited Visits All Year Round
- Free Parking
- Specialty Food, Gift & Program Discounts
- Pre-Sale and Discounts to Special Ticketed Events
- Subscription to Members' Magazine, Paradise Found
- Free admission to RBG's Winter Exhibit
- Free Admission and Discounts at Botanical Gardens Across North America
Come to Your Senses and Reconnect with Nature
