Time-Ticketed during Bloomland in Oz: Entry to RBG Centre / Hendrie Park requires Bloomland in Oz timed-tickets for entry. Pre-purchase required to guarantee access.

Open Today: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All Hours

Hours & Map

Hendrie Park

Time-ticketed during Bloomland in Oz (Jan 31 to Apr 6) 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

Time-ticketed during Bloomland in Oz (Jan 31 to Apr 6)
Closed (Apr 7 to Apr 10)

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RBG Centre

Time-ticketed during Bloomland in Oz (Jan 31 to Apr 6) 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington

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

All Hours

Time-ticketed during Bloomland in Oz (Jan 31 to Apr 6)
Closed (Apr 7 to Apr 10)

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Rock Garden

Thurs to Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 31 to Apr 6) 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. (Jan 31 to Apr 6)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Apr 7 to Apr 10)

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Laking

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)

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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)

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Books On Display In Shop

The Garden Shop

Tues-Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat-Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 31 to Apr 6) 680 Plains Road West, Burlington

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

All Hours

Tues-Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat-Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 31 to Apr 6)
Closed (Apr 7 to Apr 10)

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window seating along greenhouse windows

Greenhouse Café

Tues-Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat-Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 31 to Apr 6) 680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington

Parking available in the large lot outside RBG Centre.

All Hours

Tues-Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat-Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 31 to Apr 6)
Closed (Apr 7 to Apr 10)

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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. CLOSED Mon-Wed (Feb 1 to Apr 30) 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. 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

Jan 26 CLOSED
Apr 23 CLOSED for a private event
May 14 CLOSED for a private event
Jun 6 CLOSED for a private event

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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. reservations required (Feb 4 to Apr 6) 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. reservations required (Feb 4 to Apr 6)
Closed (Apr 7 to Apr 10)

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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

About Memberships

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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Jan 31 to Apr 6

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

NOTE: Pre-purchase required to guarantee access. Tickets sell quickly, and at-the-door tickets are not available once capacity is reached.

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
Youth	Age 13 to 17	$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.

Note: many admission-based benefits or policies do not apply to special events, including Bloomland in Oz.

Admission Partnerships & Programs

Partner programs tickets are only available for purchase in-person. Most programs are not applicable to exhibits or special events, including Bloomland in Oz.

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

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

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

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

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.

Open Today: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All Hours

Current & Upcoming Programs

Let your mind grow at the Gardens!

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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More programs added seasonally! Check back, register for email notifications, or see a general overview of programs by audience at the links below.

Adult Programs

Children & Family Programs

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Have a question about one of our courses and workshops? Contact us at 905-527-1158 or use the form below.

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