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.
Parking available in the large lot across the street. Accessible spaces available directly outside the building. This location is accessible by public transit.
$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).
Wed-Fri 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,*See listed exceptions and reserve your table on OpenTable in advance. (Jul 15 to Oct 31) 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.
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.
All ticket pricing is subject to HST & $2 online service fee.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
