| 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
Temporary Closure Effective December 26
Following the guidance of Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health and local public health services, Royal Botanical Gardens will be temporarily closed to the public as of Saturday, December 26. This includes all buildings and garden areas, including amenities, rentals, programs, and events.
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
January 20, 2021
Though our doors are closed to the public, curbside pickup is now available through Shop @ the Gardens!
From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to…
January 17, 2021
Despite the cooler weather and fewer hours of sunlight, our backyards and nature sanctuaries are still home to many feathered friends. Ho…
January 17, 2021
Throwback to last year's beautiful display in the Breezeway! For now we're closed to the public, but we look forward to the days we can b…
January 16, 2021
We wish we could bring the scent of our citrus collection to you at home, but for now here's a beautiful little bloom!
#citrus #citrustr…
January 16, 2021
In the summer and fall months, filling your kitchen with locally grown items can be easy, but in the winter, well, this can pose a challe…
January 15, 2021
Ice is still far too thin for skating on Cootes Paradise at Princess Point, and even has open water in some areas. Please stay off the ic…
January 14, 2021
Looking for something to do while staying safe at home? We offer a number of virtual programs including a Speaker Series! Upcoming topics…
January 12, 2021
Some sunny Bird of Paradise blooms for you on a dreary, cloudy day!
Though our indoor facilities and formal garden areas are closed to t…
January 10, 2021
Burro's Tail (or Sedum morganianum) is a popular succulent that can provide some lovely indoor interest when grown in the proper conditio…
January 10, 2021
Our nature sanctuary areas are not pristine wilderness but they are a Canadian biodiversity hotspot — home to more species of wild plan…
January 9, 2021
Thank you to everyone who registered to donate their Christmas Trees to RBG's berm project!
REMINDER: if you have not registered your tr…
January 9, 2021
If you're out for a hike and spot one of these guys, be sure to give them some space!
While in any nature sanctuary, you are a visitor i…
January 8, 2021
The ice is too thin for skating at Princess Point, but it still makes for an incredible view!
Ice conditions are updated at the sign on …
January 6, 2021
Though we're currently closed to the public, our virtual doors are open! Here are just a few of the virtual programs we're offering in th…
January 3, 2021
Tonight would have been the final evening for Winter Wonders. The community interest in this event was incredible, far surpassing any exp…
January 3, 2021
Sea Onion (Ornithogalum longebracteatum) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. Native to South Africa, they can be…
January 2, 2021
New Year, new bird count challenge!
Are you a regular hiker at RBG? Do you own a pair of binoculars? Challenge your self to a 2021 birdi…
January 1, 2021
As the sun rises on a new year, we have much to be thankful for and to look forward to.
Thank you to everyone who supported RBG in a ver…
December 31, 2020
Here's your final #BotanicalQuiz of the year:
I am a deciduous fruiting tree has been cultivated since ancient times. I prefer dry and s…
December 31, 2020
Here are some citrus blooms to brighten your final morning of 2020, courtesy of the Mediterranean Garden.
#citrus #citrustree #citrustre…
December 29, 2020
As we say goodbye to 2020 we also say goodbye to Mark Runciman, RBG's CEO for the last 15 years.
RBG’s Board of Directors have chosen …
December 28, 2020
This is a goldenrod, though you won't see that round shape on all plants...
This ball (or gall) is the plant's reaction to the goldenrod…
December 28, 2020
Cootes Paradise and the rest of RBG's Nature Sanctuaries are home to an incredible amount of biodiversity all year long! What's the most …
December 27, 2020
Though RBG's Gardens and indoor facilities are closed, the trailheads are open for hiking.
Before you join us, be sure to read the follo…
December 27, 2020
Even when the snow outdoors disappears, we'll always have a little snowball at RBG Centre (a Snowball Cactus that is!)
Mammillaria candi…
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
