| 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 |
Hours & Map
Hendrie Park
Mon to Wed: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (May 9 to Sep 2) 680 Plains Rd W, BurlingtonParking 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.
General Hours
- Mon to Wed: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (May 9 to Sep 2)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Sep 3 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Sep 19 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (final entry 1 p.m.)
- Sep 20 CLOSED for the day
- Sep 21 Open to Telling Tales registrants - tellingtales.org
- Sep 22 Open to Telling Tales registrants - tellingtales.org
- 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
RBG Centre
Mon to Wed: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (May 9 to Sep 2) 680 Plains Rd W, BurlingtonParking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre. This location is accessible by public transit.
General Hours
- Mon to Wed: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (May 9 to Sep 2)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Sep 3 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Sep 19 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (final entry 1 p.m.)
- Sep 21 Open to Telling Tales registrants - tellingtales.org
- Sep 22 Open to Telling Tales registrants - tellingtales.org
- 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
Rock Garden
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. last admission 4 p.m. (Jan 2 to May 8) 1185 York Boulevard, HamiltonParking 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 2 to May 8)
- Mon to Wed: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (May 9 to Sep 2)
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Sep 3 to Oct 6)
- Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (final entry 4 p.m.) (Oct 7 to Apr 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
- Dec 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Laking Garden
Fri to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon to Thurs: CLOSED (Apr 5 to May 26) 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
- Fri to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon to Thurs: CLOSED (Apr 5 to May 26)
- Mon to Wed: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (May 27 to Jun 23)
- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Jun 24 to Jun 30)
- RBG Members only, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Jul 1 to Aug 31)
- Closed for the season (Aug 31 to Dec 31)
Blooms season (May): $10/vehicle, pre-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 2 to May 8)
- 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (time-ticketed parking applies) (May 9 to May 27)
- 8 a.m. to dusk (May 28 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
- Dec 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
General 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
The Garden Shop
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 2 to Dec 31) 680 Plains Road West, BurlingtonParking available outside RBG Centre. This location is accessible via public transit.
General Hours
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 2 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
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Rock Garden Bistro
Wed to Sat 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Feb 9 to May 15) 1185 York Blvd., HamiltonParking available in the large lot across the street. Accessible spaces available directly outside the building. This location is accessible by public transit.
General Hours
- Wed to Sat 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Feb 9 to May 15)
- Wed: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thurs to Sat: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sun: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon & Tues: CLOSED (May 16 to Sep 1)
- Wed to Sun: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon & Tues: CLOSED (Sep 3 to Oct 6)
- Thurs to Sun: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon to Wed: CLOSED (Oct 7 to Apr 30)
Exceptions
- Sep 7 CLOSED for a private event
- Sep 8 CLOSED for a private event
- Sep 14 CLOSED for a private event
- Sep 19 CLOSED for a private event
- Sep 20 CLOSED for a private event
- Sep 21 CLOSED for a private event
- Sep 28 CLOSED for a private event
- Oct 11 CLOSED for a private event
- Oct 18 CLOSED for a private event
- Oct 19 CLOSED for a private event
- Dec 7 CLOSED for a private event
- Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
- Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
Turner Pavilion Teahouse
Open Wed to Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mon & Tues (Jan 1 to Dec 31) 680 Plains Rd. W., BurlingtonOur park map is a high-resolution image (about 6MB). To save bandwidth, we will only load the map when you request it.
Visit RBG
- 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
Full Garden Admission
- Provides Access to: Hendrie Park, RBG Centre, Rock Garden, Arboretum (admission not required, metered parking applies).
- Available for purchase: online or in person
- Adult: $19.50 +HST (see more pricing options)
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.
Open seasonally
Laking Garden
May & June: Included in Full Garden Admission. Single Garden Admission also available.
July & August: Exclusive RBG Members Access.
Year-Round
Arboretum
January-April, June to December: Admission not required; metered parking applies for trail access
May: Garden Admission applies during peak bloom season.
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.
- Some gardens may be closed seasonally or for specific circumstances. Check the full garden hours for more details.
- All prices subject to HST. Pre-purchased admission subject to $1 service fee.
| 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 |
| Student Age 13-17, or with valid post-secondary student I.D. |
$16.50 | $10 |
| Senior Age 65+ |
$16.50 | $10 |
| Child Age 3 to 12 |
$11.50 | $10 |
| Infant / Toddler Age 0-2 |
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 adults? Simply purchase your tickets using the links above! Add 20 or more adult Full Garden Admission tickets 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
