| 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 |
Hours & Map
Hendrie Park
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.*, last admission 3 p.m. (Jan 1 to Jan 8) 680 Plains Rd W, BurlingtonFREE Parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre. 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.
General Hours
- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.*, last admission 3 p.m. (Jan 1 to Jan 8)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.* last admission 4 p.m. (Jan 9 to May 4)
- 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., last admission 7 p.m. (May 5 to Sep 4)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.* last admission 4 p.m. (Sep 5 to Nov 21)
- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.*, last admission 3 p.m. (Nov 22 to Jan 7)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- Jul 2 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Jul 9 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Jul 16 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Jul 23 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Jul 30 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Aug 6 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Aug 13 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Aug 20 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Aug 27 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- 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.
RBG Centre
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.*, last admission 3 p.m. (Jan 1 to Jan 8) 680 Plains Rd W, BurlingtonFree parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre. This location is accessible by public transit.
General Hours
- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.*, last admission 3 p.m. (Jan 1 to Jan 8)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.* last admission 4 p.m. (Jan 9 to May 4)
- 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., last admission 7 p.m. (May 5 to Sep 4)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.* last admission 4 p.m. (Sep 5 to Nov 21)
- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.*, last admission 3 p.m. (Nov 22 to Jan 7)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- Jul 2 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Jul 9 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Jul 16 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Jul 23 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Jul 30 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Aug 6 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Aug 13 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Aug 20 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- Aug 27 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., final entry 8 p.m.
- 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.
Rock Garden
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.* last admission 4 p.m. (Jan 1 to May 4) 1185 York Boulevard, HamiltonFree parking available in the large lot across the street. Accessible spaces available directly outside the building. This location is accessible by public transit.
General Hours
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.* last admission 4 p.m. (Jan 1 to May 4)
- 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., last admission 7 p.m. (May 5 to Sep 4)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.*, last admission 4 p.m. (Sep 5 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- Jun 16 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., final entry 7 p.m.
- Jul 14 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., final entry 7 p.m.
- Jul 15 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., final entry 7 p.m.
- 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.
Laking Garden
Closed for the season (Nov 1 to May 4) 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).
General Hours
- Closed for the season (Nov 1 to May 4)
- 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., last admission 7 p.m. (May 5 to Sep 4)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.*, last admission 4 p.m. (Sep 6 to Oct 31)
- Closed for the season (Nov 1 to Apr 30)
Exceptions
- Aug 25 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., final entry 4:30 p.m.
- Aug 26 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., final entry 4:30 p.m.
- Aug 27 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., final entry 4:30 p.m.
Blooms season (May 5 to June 1): $30/vehicle, reservation required. When Staffed: $10 flat rate. Outside these hours: $5/hour to a maximum of $15.
General Hours
- 8 a.m. to dusk (Jan 1 to May 4)
- 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., last admission 7 p.m. (May 5 to Jun 1)
- 8 a.m. to dusk (no admission required) (Jun 2 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- May 29 Closed
- 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.
General Hours
- 8 a.m. to dusk (Jan 1 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
- Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
Shop at the Gardens
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 1 to Dec 31) 680 Plains Road West, BurlingtonGeneral Hours
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 1 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- Dec 24 Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
- Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
- Dec 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
FREE Parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre. 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.
General Hours
- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 1 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- Dec 24 Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- 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.
Rock Garden Bistro
Mon & Tues: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wed to Sun: 11 a.m. to 9 pm. (Jan 1 to Dec 31) 1185 York Blvd., HamiltonFree parking available in the large lot across the street. Accessible spaces available directly outside the building. This location is accessible by public transit.
General Hours
- Mon & Tues: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wed to Sun: 11 a.m. to 9 pm. (Jan 1 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- May 27 Open 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Dec 24 Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- 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.
Turner Pavilion Teahouse
Closed for the Season (Jan 9 to May 31) 680 Plains Rd. W., BurlingtonFree parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre. This location is accessible by public transit.
General Hours
- Closed for the Season (Jan 9 to May 31)
- Closed for renovations; check back for opening date! (Jun 1 to Sep 4)
- Sat and Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Mon to Fri) (Sep 5 to Dec 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
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Visit RBG
- All rates include HST.
- 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.
Garden Admission Tickets
Hendrie Park in June
Full Garden Admission
Provides Access to: Hendrie Park, RBG Centre, Rock Garden, Laking Garden (May 5 to Sept 4), Arboretum (May 5 to June 1)
Available for purchase: online or in person
Looking for a shorter visit? See below for Single Garden Admission options.
Year-Round
Single Garden Admission: Rock Garden
Provides Access to: Rock Garden
Available for purchase: online or in person.
May 5 to June 1
Single Garden Admission: Arboretum
Provides Access to: Arboretum
Available for purchase: online or in person. On-site parking reservations also required.
May 5 to September 4
Single Garden Admission: Laking Garden
Provides Access to: Laking Garden
Available for purchase: online or in person. On-site parking reservations also required.
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.
All prices include HST. Some gardens may be closed seasonally or for specific circumstances. Check the full garden hours for more details.
| Visitor | Full Garden Admission | Single Garden Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Provides access to: | All of the following (when open seasonally):
|
One of the following:
|
| Adult | $19.50 | $10.00 |
| Student Age 13-17, or with valid post-secondary student I.D. |
$16.50 | $10.00 |
| Senior Age 65+ |
$16.50 | $10.00 |
| Child Age 4 to 12 |
$11.50 | $10.00 |
| Infant / Toddler Age 0-3 |
FREE | FREE |
| RBG Members | FREE | FREE |
Admission for the Arboretum is not required outside peak bloom season (dates indicated above). Learn more at rbg.ca/arboretum
Are you looking to bring a group of 20 or more people? Simply purchase your tickets using the links above and a 15% discount will automatically be applied at check-out.
Are you a tour operator? Learn more about group tours at rbg.ca/grouptours
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)
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
