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Taste of the Gardens

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

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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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Give the Gift of RBG!

Gift Certificates now available

NEW gift certificates are purchasable online or in-person and provide unforgettable memories that last a lifetime.

Purchasable online or in-person.

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Where People, Plants and Nature Cultivate Unforgettable Experiences

  • 4

    cultivated garden areas

  • 27

    km of nature trails

  • 2,007

    acres of nature sanctuaries

  • 130

    acres of cultivated gardens

  • 50+

    species at risk

  • 6,800+

    taxa (unique types)

  • 234,000+

    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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Things to Do

What's Happening at RBG

October 31, 2024
Peculiar Plants for Halloween 🕸🌿 . Pumpkins may be a classic, but plenty of other plants have spooky vibes thanks to their eerie na…
October 30, 2024
🎅🍳🤶 Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to town! Santa Brunch December 14 & 15; 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. seatings This holiday season, j…
October 29, 2024
🧙‍♀️✨ Just in time for Halloween, wicked Witch-hazel is in bloom! Hamamelis virginiana begins its late-season display in our n…
October 28, 2024
Six spellbinding nights of The Great Pumpkin Trail and one unforgettable RBG After Dark! We’re beyond grateful to everyone who joined u…
October 27, 2024
The diverse collection of trees at the Rock Garden only enhances the spectrum of unique fall colours, providing a stunning display of nat…
October 26, 2024
An oasis awaits 🌿🌺 The Mediterranean Garden rejuvenation project is flourishing, with new plant arrivals transforming the space int…
October 25, 2024
A moment in the heart of the forest . Fall colors are at their peak, so get out there and squeeze in as many hikes on the #RBGtrails as y…
October 25, 2024
Creepin’ it real in Hendrie Park! 💀🎃 Giant Pumpkins, Pumpkin House, skeletons, and even some stunning late-season roses ✨ Expe…
October 23, 2024
🍂🌹 Autumn's magic invites us to explore the rich stories of botanical folklore. Some of our favorite blooms—iris, rose, and peony…
October 22, 2024
Keep your eyes peeled for the unique shapes of Sassafras leaves as you hike along the Anishinaabe waadiziwin trail at Cootes Paradise! …
October 21, 2024
New on the market: The Pumpkin House 🎃🏠 This seasonal stunner in Hendrie Park boasts gourd-geous curb appeal. Throughout October, H…
October 20, 2024
🍁 Fall colours are out in full force. Cootes Paradise, Hendrie Valley, and the Escarpment Trails are showcasing beautiful deep hues to…
October 19, 2024
The first night of RBG’s Great Pumpkin Trail was a graveyard smash! 🎃 What was your favourite part of the night? We love to see th…
October 18, 2024
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October 18, 2024
The Great Pumpkin Trail kicks off tonight! 🎃 Get ready for a night bewitching fun that’s sure to spark your Halloween spirit. With s…
October 17, 2024
At RBG, “other duties as assigned” means it’s all hands on deck for The Great Pumpkin Trail! A huge shoutout to our amazing staff a…
October 16, 2024
Choose your Halloween personality... RBG skeleton edition 💀✨. Check out the rest of our humerus skeleton crew in Hendrie Park for s…
October 16, 2024
🍂 Slowly, fall colours are starting to make their debut in Hendrie Valley. As you stroll along the trails, you'll traverse a unique tr…
October 15, 2024
The Great Pumpkins have arrived! Make your guess, how much does each giant pumpkin weigh? 🎃 Generously grown and donated by Ron & Dor…
October 14, 2024
RBG After Dark: Pumpkin Trail is creeping up on Thursday, October 24! Have you secured your tickets yet, or will you be left in the dark?…
October 14, 2024
Wishing you all a restful long weekend filled with nature’s beauty! What are you feeling thankful for today? 🦃: Rock Garden, Hendr…
October 13, 2024
Dimension, texture, color—Rock Garden’s seasonal displays have it all. With a backdrop of vibrant fall foliage and striking conifers,…
October 12, 2024
POV: A tranquil fall morning at the Arboretum, just you and the Canadian geese keeping you company. 🦆 Please remember, wildlife feed…
October 11, 2024
🌿 We’ve been hard at work on an exciting rejuvenation project this year! New plantings, displays, and upgrades are on the way for ou…
October 10, 2024
🎃 Hundreds of real pumpkins are hand-carved for our Great Pumpkin Trail and RBG After Dark events! With the combined effort of staff, …
What's in Bloom

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 with FREE admission to 1,100 hectares of gardens and nature sanctuaries
  • Parking pass for use at RBG’s trail heads and garden areas.
  • 10% discounts at the Garden Shop, Rock Bistro, Greenhouse Café, and Tea House at the Turner Pavilion
  • Pre-Sales or discount options for  Special Ticketed Events
  • Subscription to our annual Members' Magazine, Paradise Found
  • Free Admission and Discounts to over 200 other Botanical Gardens Across North America
  • Complimentary one-year digital subscription to Harrowsmith Magazine

*Benefits are subject to change at any time.

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