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Book Your School Field Trips

Our educational field trip programs use active exploration and activities to engage students, and to immerse them in the natural world. Book an in person program, self-guided visit, or virtual field trip!

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Fall Events at RBG

Pumpkins, dinners, speakers and more! There’s plenty to do this autumn at RBG.

Special events require tickets separate from Garden Admission or Membership. Check the event details at rbg.ca/specialevents before planning your visit.

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Taste of the Gardens

With two restaurants and a newly renovated full-service teahouse on-site, Royal Botanical Gardens is your destination for dishes inspired by fresh, seasonal ingredients.

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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.

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Where People, Plants and Nature Cultivate Unforgettable Experiences

  • 4

    cultivated garden areas

  • 27

    km of nature trails

  • 2,400

    acres of nature sanctuaries

  • 300

    acres of cultivated gardens

  • 50+

    species at risk

  • 7,200+

    taxa (unique types)

  • 235,000+

    individual plants
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RBG Gardens & Trails

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Royal Botanical Gardens is Canada’s largest, with over 2,400 acres of gardens and nature sanctuary that spans Hamilton and Burlington Ontario. Use the button below for an overview of RBG’s properties.

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What's In Bloom

September 24, 2023
🍂 Fall colours are just around the corner in Hendrie Valley! Golden hues from goldenrod and asters splash through the valley and onl…
September 23, 2023
Sneak peek 👀. Autumn is officially here and so is a new seasonal showcase of colour, texture and creativity. The team has been working…
September 23, 2023
With the change of the seasons, let us embrace the beauty of nature in autumn and all it has to offer! Happy Autumn Equinox 🍂 📷: @…
September 22, 2023
“How can I possibly, be inconspicuous” - Monarch butterflies preparing for the long flight down to Mexico where they overwinter. On…
September 22, 2023
Rock Garden is a year-round beauty ✨. The transition of summer to fall is a magical time where late-season blooms continue to delight a…
September 21, 2023
In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30), please join us for an important event at Rock Garden, Tel…
September 20, 2023
🌹🍂 With autumn around the corner, late-season roses are a sight to behold! Hardiness is a key quality featured in Hendrie Park’s …
September 19, 2023
For the love of trees 🌲💚 RBG's nature sanctuaries are home to 400 hectares (1000 acres) of forest ecosystems with over 70 species o…
September 19, 2023
🌻 Kaha:wi Dance Theatre brings Oron’ónhta / Beings of Light performance to Hendrie Park next weekend! Oron’ónhta (O-lun ‘ un-…
September 17, 2023
Tea time is better with a view! Thanks for sharing your recent visit @thefoodichews (IG). The Teahouse in Hendrie Park offers afternoon t…
September 17, 2023
🌳🍬 What has cascading leaves and smells like cotton candy? Katsura trees! Follow your nose at RBG’s Rock Garden and Arboretum to …
September 16, 2023
Spend a little time at Cootes Paradise and you're bound to see something fly, wade, or paddle by. The rich landscapes of RBG support re…
September 15, 2023
“It’s so good, it’s so good, it’s so good, it’s so good, it’s so good” - @beyonce, if she visited Rock Garden. Come witne…
September 15, 2023
🛶🍂 See the marsh from a different perspective! Experience the changing of the seasons with a paddle through paradise. RBG is home …
September 14, 2023
🍂🌼🚂 With vibrant early autumn hues and stunning fresh blooms, Rock Garden is a feast for the eyes. But that’s not all - the Es…
September 14, 2023
Summer is slipping into fall, but many summer blooms are still flourishing across the Gardens! Explore some end-of-season favourites befo…
September 13, 2023
Sunflowers are bursting with delight in Hendrie Park, just in time for Oron’ónhta / Beings of Light dance performance at RBG! Produced…
September 12, 2023
💥 Faster than a speeding bullet! More powerful than a locomotive! Okay not quite Superman, but just as impressive. Keep an eye out fo…
September 11, 2023
Spooky season is almost here! Here's the scoop on RBG's Halloween events for all ages: 🎃 The Great Pumpkin Trail October 20 to 22, 27…
September 10, 2023
Come and experience an intimate dance performance of Oron’ónhta / Beings of Light, followed by an exquisite build your own meal. Chef …
September 10, 2023
From late August to approximately mid-October, the last generation of Monarch butterflies in Ontario make the long flight down to Mexico …
September 9, 2023
Sit & sense in paradise. There are wonderful things happening around us in nature. Today is International Forest Bathing Day. Find a comf…
September 9, 2023
Take in the forest through your senses; it’s International Forest Bathing Day! 🌲 Forest bathing (or Shinrin-yoku) involves mindfuln…
September 8, 2023
RBG is proud to announce that on October 11, we will be hosting world-renowned environmentalist, United Nations Messenger of Peace, and F…
September 8, 2023
Bloom season is not over just yet! Many native wildflowers continue to bloom well into fall. Here are some of the late bloomers you can f…
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What’s Happening in the Gardens

Member Benefits

Members have access to the following benefits when presenting their membership card and one piece of photo identification.

  • Unlimited Visits All Year Round
  • Specialty Food, Gift & Program Discounts
  • Pre-Sales for 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.

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