Oct 16 to 19, 23 to 26: Cherry Hill Gate parking lot and trailhead access temporarily closed for the Great Pumpkin Trail event. Partial trail access available via Valley Inn trailhead. The South Bridle Trail and Eastern Grindstone Marsh Trail will be temporarily closed to allow for event setup.

Hours & Map

Hours
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Hendrie Park

CLOSED to the public, open for RBG members and Teahouse patrons only (Jan 6 to Jan 31) 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington

Parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre (680 Plains Rd. W.). Enter through RBG Centre, and access Hendrie Park through the tunnel in the lower level of the Atrium. This location is accessible by public transit.

All Hours

CLOSED to the public, open for RBG members and Teahouse patrons only (Jan 6 to Jan 31)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., time-ticketed during Alice in Bloomland (Feb 1 to Mar 30)
MEMBERS ONLY 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Apr 1 to Apr 6)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Apr 7 to May 19)
open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays (May 20 to Sep 1)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sep 2 to Oct 31)

Exceptions

Dec 24 Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Dec 30 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (final entry 3 p.m.)
Dec 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed

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RBG Centre

CLOSED to prepare for Alice in Bloomland (Jan 6 to Jan 31) 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington

Parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre. This location is accessible by public transit.

All Hours

CLOSED to prepare for Alice in Bloomland (Jan 6 to Jan 31)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., time-ticketed during Alice in Bloomland (Feb 1 to Mar 30)
MEMBERS ONLY 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Apr 1 to Apr 6)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Apr 7 to May 19)
open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays (May 20 to Sep 1)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sep 2 to Oct 31)

Exceptions

Dec 24 Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Dec 30 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (final entry 3 p.m.)
Dec 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed

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Rock Garden

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Jan 6 to Jan 31) 1185 York Boulevard, Hamilton

Parking available in the large lot across the street. Accessible spaces available directly outside the building. This location is accessible by public transit.

All Hours

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Jan 6 to Jan 31)
Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., CLOSED Mon-Wed (Feb 1 to May 19)
open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays (May 20 to Sep 1)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sep 2 to Oct 31)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed

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Laking Garden

Temporarily Closed (Jan 1 to Apr 30) 1221 Spring Gardens Rd., Burlington

$3/hr to a maximum of $15. Paid Parking is available in either the upper parking lot (off Plains Road W., includes a walk over a bridge and down ramps) or in the lower parking lot (Spring Gardens Road).

All Hours

Temporarily Closed (Jan 1 to Apr 30)
Fri to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., CLOSED Mon-Thurs (May 2 to May 19)
Wed to Mon: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tues 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (May 20 to Jun 22)
Members only (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) (Jun 23 to Jun 27)
Temporarily Closed (Jun 28 to Dec 31)

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Arboretum

8 a.m. to dusk (Jan 1 to May 9) 16 Old Guelph Road, Hamilton

Jan-April: $5/hour to a maximum of $15.
May 1-9: Flat $25 rate paid upon entry (card only).
May 10-30: Peak Bloom Season. Weekends: Members-only (reservations required), paid shuttle available for non-members. Weekdays: Flat $25 rate paid upon entry (card only).
June-Dec: $5/hour to a maximum of $15.

All Hours

8 a.m. to dusk (Jan 1 to May 9)
Open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Peak Bloom Season Parking in Effect. (May 10 to May 29)
8 a.m. to dusk (parking fee only) (Jun 2 to Dec 31)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Dec 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed

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Forested Hiking Trail In Summer

Trails

8 a.m. to dusk (Jan 1 to Dec 31)

All Hours

8 a.m. to dusk (Jan 1 to Dec 31)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed

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Books On Display In Shop

The Garden Shop

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 2 to Jan 19) 680 Plains Road West, Burlington

Parking available outside RBG Centre. This location is accessible via public transit.

All Hours

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 2 to Jan 19)
Open Tues to Sun, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays. (Feb 1 to Mar 30)
open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays (May 20 to Sep 1)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sep 2 to Oct 31)

Exceptions

Dec 24 Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed

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window seating along greenhouse windows

Greenhouse Café

Open Tues to Sun, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Mondays. (Feb 1 to Mar 30) 680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington

Parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre.

All Hours

Open Tues to Sun, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Mondays. (Feb 1 to Mar 30)
Temporarily Closed (Mar 31 to Apr 2)
Open daily, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Apr 3 to Dec 31)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed

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Looking down on bistro table with lunch dishes, and fancy patio drinks, hands holding cutlery

Rock Garden Bistro

Wed-Fri 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,*See listed exceptions and reserve your table on OpenTable in advance. (Jul 15 to Oct 31) 1185 York Blvd., Hamilton

Parking available in the large lot across the street. Accessible spaces available directly outside the building. This location is accessible by public transit.

All Hours

Wed-Fri 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,*See listed exceptions and reserve your table on OpenTable in advance. (Jul 15 to Oct 31)

Exceptions

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Turner Pavilion Teahouse Exterior with Reflecting Ponds

Turner Pavilion Teahouse

Open Wed to Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mon & Tues (Jan 2 to Jan 31) 680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington

Parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre. This location is accessible by public transit.

All Hours

Open Wed to Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mon & Tues (Jan 2 to Jan 31)
Wed to Sun: 3 seatings: 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3p.m. Reservations required (Feb 5 to Mar 30)
Open Wed to Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mon & Tues (Apr 1 to Dec 31)
Open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sep 12 to Sep 21)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed

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Membership
General Admission

Membership	Price (+HST)
Single	$85/year
Single Plus	$120/year
Family	$130/year
Family Plus	$175/year
Contributing	$300/year
Supporting	$600/year
Sustaining	$1,000/year
Benefactor's Circle	$2,500/year
Director's Circle	$5,000/year
President's Circle	$10,000/year

Become a Member

Student ticket requires showing a student card indicating full-time attendance in a recognized post-secondary institution.
RBG considers a senior to be a person of 65+ years of age.

Need More Information?

Visit our memberships page to learn more about member benefits, level perks and more. Still need more information? Contact us to connect with the memberships team.

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September 3 to December 31

Standard Admission Pricing

Garden Admission

Enjoy all RBG has to offer! Includes access to all garden areas open on the date of your visit (see rbg.ca/hours for details).

All ticket pricing is subject to HST & $2 online service fee.

Garden Admission Tickets

Adult		$19.50
Student	Age 13-17, or with valid post-secondary student I.D.	$16.50
Senior	Age 65+	$16.50
Child	Age 3-12	$11.50
Infant / Toddler	Age 0-2	FREE

Single Garden Admission

Looking for a quick visit? Enjoy one of RBG's smaller garden areas (available seasonally).

Available seasonally for: Rock Garden and Laking Garden (not available for RBG Centre / Hendrie Park)

All ticket pricing is subject to HST & $2 online service fee.

Rock Garden Tickets

Single Garden	Age 3+	$10
Infant / Toddler	Age 0-2	FREE

All ticket pricing is subject to HST & $2 online service fee.

These tickets do NOT include parking at RBG trailheads or access to all RBG events. See the full events calendar for information on admission requirements for specific events and activities.

Admission Partnerships & Programs

Partner programs tickets are only available for purchase in-person.

Access 2 Card

Access 2 Cardholders purchasing garden admission tickets receive one free admission for their support person. For online tickets, purchase admissions for the cardholder, and the support person will be accommodated at the door.

Learn More at access2card.ca

Canoo (Institute for Canadian Citizenship)

Canoo members and up to 4 children receive free Garden Admission when showing the Canoo app on their personal device.

Canoo is offered to Permanent Residents of Canada within their first 5 years of receiving permanent residence status, or new Canadian Citizens in the first 12 months of citizenship.

Available for garden admission during regular hours only; does not apply for any special ticketed events or parking.

Learn More at canoo.ca

OCT (Ontario College of Teachers)

Effective September 2, teachers are invited to join us for a private showcase of our School Programs followed by complimentary garden admission on that day. These exclusive events will be held twice a year, with dates announced in late fall and spring.

Note: Daily complimentary admission for OCT cardholders is no longer in effect.

PRESTO Perks

PRESTO cardholders save 15% off Adult Garden Admission tickets when showing your PRESTO card upon arrival.

Available for garden admission (full day pass) during regular hours only; does not apply for single garden admission or any special ticketed events.

Learn More at prestocard.ca

Green Angels

Thanks to the support of our generous donors, RBG can provide the helping hands that guide disadvantaged, special needs and new Canadian children to a special place where they can let their imagination grow in a safe environment.

The Green Angels Subsidy Fund subsidizes admission passes, annual memberships, school and children’s programming and school transportation costs.

Learn more, donate, or apply at rbg.ca/greenangels

American Horticultural Society

Current memberships of the American Horticultural Society or from a garden participating in their Reciprocal Admissions Program (RAP) receive free Garden Admission to Royal Botanical Gardens.

Display your card upon entry alongside valid government I.D. to redeem.

Available for garden admission during regular hours only; does not apply for any special ticketed events or parking.

Learn more at ahsgardening.org

Tour: Gardens for the Birds

Accessible Event

Date & Time:

Daily, August 18 to September 4

Location:

Hendrie Park (680 Plains Rd W)

Type:

Featured Events

Length:

10 to 20 Minutes

Admission:

Included with Membership, Included with General Admission

Event Description

Join a Garden Interpreter and explore plants that will help birds throughout the seasons in any garden.

2 tours daily: 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Meet at the Reflecting Pools, Hendrie Park.

Visiting Hendrie Park

Admission

Included in Full Garden Admission. Provides access to all RBG garden areas
FREE for RBG Members

Purchase Full Garden Admission

Parking

FREE Parking is available across the street at RBG Centre, 680 Plains Road W.

Directions & Parking

More Discovery in the Gardens

Spend some time with our Garden Interpreters to discover plants in a new way. Visit our Discovery Carts, go on a guided tour, and much more!

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