| 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 |
Ready, set, grow! RBG's Seed Library
Now open for the season
All life needs plants. RBG is dedicated to connecting people to plants. Our seed library is one way we nurture that connection. We provide seeds that you borrow, grow, and then return.
If you are new to gardening, interested in growing a greater diversity of plants, or invested in supporting a community of growers, our seed library will help you meet those goals.
Taste of the Gardens
With two restaurants on-site, Royal Botanical Gardens is your destination for dishes inspired by fresh, seasonal ingredients.
At the Greenhouse Café inside RBG Centre you’ll find fresh, seasonal ingredients on a new menu that incorporates local produce, meats and cheeses and features wines and craft brews exclusive to Ontario.
Situated at the historic David Braley and Nancy Gordon Rock Garden, RBG’s Rock Garden Bistro features a French-inspired menu that boasts fresh, locally sourced ingredients, many picked straight from our gardens!
Courses & Workshops
RBG offers courses and workshops in Burlington & Hamilton for families, kids and adults in the areas of gardening, nature, botanical arts and wellness.
From award-winning children’s clubs to our popular children’s gardening programs and special seasonal workshops, kids of all ages grow with us.
Special Events
RBG hosts events year-round, from blooms experiences, to performing arts, to holiday celebrations, and more!
Many special events require tickets (separate from Garden Admission or Membership). Please check the event details before planning your visit.
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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7,200+
taxa (unique types)
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235,000+
individual plants
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See
Set your sights on RBG’s 27km of scenic trails and 300 acres of cultivated gardens with picture-perfect horticultural collections and bustling wildlife. With brilliant colours, magnificent shorelines and exhilarating escarpment views, something is bound to catch your eye.
Smell
Enjoy the scents of the season! From the fresh breeze through our nature trails to fragrant florals in the Mediterranean Garden, follow your nose and plan your visit around What’s in Bloom.
Hear
Explore the world of art in Hendrie Park through a variety of unique evening experiences coming soon! Tours, music, theatre, and workshops… there’s something for everyone!
Taste
With two restaurants and a teahouse on site, Royal Botanical Gardens is your destination for flavourful dishes inspired by fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Learn
RBG is committed to providing accessible, diverse and entertaining learning opportunities for all ages. Explore nature’s beauty in a new way and grow your knowledge through camps, courses, workshops, and RBG at Home.
What's In Bloom
February 4, 2023
Escape to the Mediterranean Garden this weekend to stay out of the cold 🌺🥶
🐸 RBG’s latest winter exhibit, Frogs! features ani…
February 3, 2023
“🎶🎶” - Poison dart frogs, probably.
But what about non-poisonous dart frogs? They say you are what you eat. In this case, the …
February 3, 2023
WinterTide tickets are LIVE! ❄️✨ Adorned in glowing lights and roaring firepits, RBG’s natural Rock Garden winterscape is the per…
February 3, 2023
🥶 Take it from magnolias... It's a good idea to bundle up today! Before magnolia buds swell and burst open in the spring, the weatherp…
February 3, 2023
What’s in Bloom? February at RBG 🌸
· Hellebore, primula, and spring bulbs grace the Breezeway at RBG Centre this month!
· The O…
February 2, 2023
Year round, we ❤️ wetlands! But today, on #WorldWetlandsDay, we’re sending our wetlands some extra love. #FunFact: One third of RBG…
February 1, 2023
Golden hour making an oh so welcome appearance at the Arboretum 🌅 The days have started to get noticeably longer this week. Have you t…
February 1, 2023
Fluctuating above average winter temperatures have prevented conditions for skating and have made all #RBGtrails generally soft with icy …
January 31, 2023
WinterTide returns! Explore RBG’s Rock Garden illuminated after dark and marvel at the natural architecture of the towering trees. Grab…
January 30, 2023
All you need is love...and chocolate🍫💌 You’re invited to a special Valentine’s Day evening at RBG for an exclusive @chocosoltra…
January 29, 2023
Big and beautiful! African bullfrogs (Pyxicephalus adspersus) are native to sub-Saharan Africa, can grow to 20-25 cm in length, and have …
January 29, 2023
Admission to #RBGfrogs includes access to the rest of the Gardens! Grab a warm beverage for your journey ☕️ The 'fresh to go' station…
January 28, 2023
Peter-peter-peter! If you've heard that during a walk through the Arboretum, you may have heard the call of a Tufted Titmouse (Baeolophus…
January 28, 2023
Winter adventures at Princess Point are a must! Even when there's no ice for skating.
The south side of Cootes Paradise offers a variet…
January 27, 2023
Assorted colours of Hellebore and mixes of various Primula species fill the early spring Breezeway display! A welcome touch of spring dur…
January 27, 2023
Strike a pose! You’re welcome to take photos at our Frogs! exhibit, though for the well-being of our amphibi-friends we ask that you re…
January 26, 2023
☕️🥪 A cozy lunch awaits you this winter at the Greenhouse Café at RBG Centre.
Sweet Corn & Squash Fritters, Chevre Frittata, an…
January 25, 2023
54 days until spring, but who's counting? We hope you're staying safe and cozy today like our Ornate Horned Frog (Ceratophrys ornata) pal…
January 24, 2023
For the Rock Garden lovers 🌲. #DYK studies have found that stress hormone levels can drop by over 21% after only 20-30 minutes in natu…
January 24, 2023
🌙 Frogs! After Dark 🐸 Grab a drink and experience #RBGFrogs after dark as RBG’s winter exhibit transforms into a nightlife experi…
January 23, 2023
Winter is back and so is the sun! ☀❄️ Today's a wonderful day to hit the #RBGtrails for a winter hike.
✅ Boots with good tread
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January 22, 2023
Strolling through the Rock Garden during the winter is magical ✨☀️
Stay tuned this week for news of the return of a Rock Garden wi…
January 21, 2023
Borrow, Grow, and Return! RBG's seed library is open for the season 🌱
If you are new to gardening, interested in growing a greater di…
January 21, 2023
Witch-hazel has put a spell on us! ✨ In the genus Hamamelis (Witch-hazel) we have 81 individual plants represented by 27 different type…
January 20, 2023
The Breezeway display is a work in progress, but who can resist a sneak peek?
Spring comes early with a pop of pretty-in-pink hellebore…
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
Benefits are subject to change at any time.
