CLOSURE Jan 25: Due to extreme weather conditions, all RBG properties will be CLOSED Sunday January 25.
January Hours: From January 5 to 30, Hendrie Park is open to RBG Members and Teahouse patrons only. RBG Centre closed. Rock Garden open daily.

CLOSED due to weather All Hours

Hours & Map

Hendrie Park

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Nov 3 to Jan 4) 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

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Nov 3 to Jan 4)
CLOSED to the public, open for RBG members and Teahouse patrons only (Jan 5 to Jan 30)
Time-ticketed during Bloomland in Oz (Jan 31 to Apr 6)

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 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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RBG Centre

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Nov 3 to Jan 4) 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington

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

All Hours

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Nov 3 to Jan 4)
CLOSED to prepare for Bloomland in Oz (Jan 5 to Jan 30)
Time-ticketed during Bloomland in Oz (Jan 31 to Apr 6)

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 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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Rock Garden

Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Nov 3 to Jan 4) 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

Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Nov 3 to Jan 4)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 5 to Jan 30)
Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 31 to Apr 6)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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Laking Garden

Closed (Jun 28 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

Closed (Jun 28 to Apr 30)

Exceptions

Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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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
Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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Books On Display In Shop

The Garden Shop

Open Tues to Sun, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays. (Feb 1 to Mar 30) 680 Plains Road West, Burlington

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

All Hours

Open Tues to Sun, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays. (Feb 1 to Mar 30)
CLOSED (Jan 5 to Jan 30)

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
Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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window seating along greenhouse windows

Greenhouse Café

Open daily, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Apr 3 to Dec 31) 680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington

Parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre.

All Hours

Open daily, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Apr 3 to Dec 31)
CLOSED (Jan 5 to Jan 30)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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

Rock Garden Bistro

Thurs & Fri 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.* Sun: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Nov 1 to Jan 4) 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

Thurs & Fri 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.* Sun: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Nov 1 to Jan 4)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Jan 5 to Jan 31)
Thurs & Fri 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.* Sun: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. CLOSED Mon-Wed (Feb 1 to Apr 30)
Wed-Fri 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. CLOSED Mon-Tues (May 1 to Oct 31)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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Turner Pavilion Teahouse Exterior with Reflecting Ponds

Turner Pavilion Teahouse

Wed, 11 to 5, Thurs to Sun, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed Mon & Tues (Nov 28 to Jan 30) 680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington

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

All Hours

Wed, 11 to 5, Thurs to Sun, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed Mon & Tues (Nov 28 to Jan 30)
Open Wed to Sun, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. reservations required (Feb 4 to Apr 6)

Exceptions

Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Jan 15 CLOSED due to weather
Jan 25 CLOSED due to weather

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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.

Learn More

January 16 to 30

Rock Garden only; Hendrie Park / RBG Centre closed to the public to prepare for Bloomland in Oz.

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

Single Garden Admission

Looking for a shorter visit? Admission for Rock Garden only (1185 York Blvd. Hamilton).

Rock Garden Tickets

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

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.

January 31 to April 6

Timed-tickets required to access RBG Centre / Hendrie Park during Bloomland in Oz.

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

About Bloomland in Oz

Time-Ticketed Admission

Join us for Bloomland in Oz! Along with access to our floral showcase, these tickets include access to all garden areas open on the date of your visit (see rbg.ca/hours for details).

Bloomland Tickets

Adult		$19.50 to $24.50
Senior	Age 65+	$16.50 to $21.50
Student	Age 13 to 17 OR with valid student I.D.	$16.50 to $21.50
Child	Age 3-12	$11.50 to $16.50
Infant / Toddler	Age 0-2	FREE

Single Garden Admission

Looking for a shorter visit? Admission for Rock Garden only (1185 York Blvd. Hamilton).

Rock Garden Tickets

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

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

CLOSED due to weather All Hours

Annual Reports

Donor Accountability Reports

Your gifts at work. Read our Donor Accountability Report to see how your generous donations supported RBG’s mission-based initiatives.

Annual Reports

Download PDFs of Royal Botanical Gardens’ annual reports.

Financial Statements