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Verdant oasis featuring themed gardens, including a picturesque rock garden and a variety of flora. Enjoy nature paths and dine in charming cafes.
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  • sunset533
    Stoney Creek, Canada17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Despite the extreme cold, rainy weather, and the long uncovered walkway to the tea room, the high tea was an experience not to be forgotten. Young lady provided excellent service, despite only being 2 people serving a full tea house. Prices are expensive, not only for the high tea but for the entire menu. Finger sandwiches were good (4), fresh fruit, tarts, along with 3 great spreads for 2 tea biscuits...2 people are given the same tower with food on it, and 1 guest is given her own. If you'd prefer coffee, it's freshly brewed very accommodating.
    Washrooms are immediately outside the tea room, but very warm inside.
    If you have walking issues, bring your walker, or cane, since it is a ways from the main building. You do not need to be a member of the RBG to go for lunch in the tea room. All in all, a fun experience with girlfriends getting together!
    Written December 10, 2024
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  • Jennifer W
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This ia a great place to walk! Always love this walk! Peaceful and fun! Lovely breeze! 😍 Enjoy the water and a beautiful walk on the Lake
    Written September 14, 2024
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  • J L
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited this beautiful area while hiking the Bruce Trail. The terrain was challenging, but the views were spectacular.
    Written February 9, 2025
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  • LemonYu
    Toronto, Canada219 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    we love the long trail along the lake. great sceneries. one of the most famous spot in Burlington for sure. We would like to come back again
    Written June 19, 2023
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  • Tess Welladay
    Mississauga, Canada44 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a lovely place to walk in. From the gorgeous building to the sleeping terrace to the lakefront with pebbled coves to the bridges over streams where mallard ducks swim to woodland walks, this is a delightful place!
    Written February 20, 2024
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  • NottmFoody
    Arnold, UK799 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic place to explore for a few hours. But go prepared if its a warm day take water as there was nowhere to get a drink.
    Lots of wildlife seen.
    Wear sturdy footwear, not suitable for sliders / flip flops etc.
    Not wheelchair friendly.
    Written June 8, 2023
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  • RB
    Oakville, Canada2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Good trails in forest & along lake. Playground for kids, picnic areas plus WC. Weekends are very busy. Great in all seasons.
    Written June 10, 2021
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  • canadian_investor
    Burlington, Canada808 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Decent selection of stores, not overly crowded on a Friday afternoon however LIMITED parking available…..no idea why, no event happening and no crowds at the stores….
    Clean premises and well maintained
    Written December 1, 2023
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  • Elaine P
    Burlington, Ontario5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Note that reservations are needed from May 20, 2023, for weekends and holidays, 8.00 am to 8.00 pm. No charge but gates won't open if you haven't reserved. Gates should be open on weekdays.
    Written May 19, 2023
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  • TimCampbellSMS
    Puslinch, Canada47 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very cool! It's great for families as there's a park, lots of green spaces and a tiny (and I mean TINY) beach. You definitely have to pack in your own stuff to do.
    It's pretty!
    Written April 17, 2024
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  • Eleanor D
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We just moved to Burlington and my children loved the workshops. we took them for Christmas break and they enjoined it very much
    Written February 4, 2020
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  • Leann G
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A wonderful place to experience art in many different forms.

    Whenever I am downtown Burlington, I like to pop into the AGB and see what is new. If I need a special, unique gift, I will find it in the Gift Shop.

    Admission is free and it is very child friendly. If you have mobility issues, don't worry it is cane, walker and wheelchair friendly.

    Members of the various guilds are happy to talk about their craft/art.

    Classes (when permitted) are a great value. I have taken hand pottery and wheel pottery classes there and loved them. I am very proud of my little creations. The educators are knowledgeable, friendly and make learning fun!
    Written December 19, 2020
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