Botanical Train Royal Botanical Gardens Burlington Ontario Canada

Visiting the Botanical Train Display at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington is a truly magical experience for visitors of all ages. Set within the RBG Centre, this display features model trains winding through an intricate landscape of...
Visiting the Botanical Train Display at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington is a truly magical experience for visitors of all ages. Set within the RBG Centre, this display features model trains winding through an intricate landscape of plant-filled planters, each crafted from nearly 700 kg of cedar and housing over 2,500 vibrant plants. As the trains travel along seven different lines of tracks, they pass by meticulously designed scale models of iconic Canadian landmarks, all constructed entirely from plant materials. From coast to coast, the miniature landmarks bring Canada’s diverse beauty to life, offering a captivating fusion of nature, creativity, and holiday spirit. This delightful display offers a glimpse into a world of trains and botanical artistry at the Royal Botanical Garden in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
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14 December 2024 at   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4, Canada
The trains make their way through five separate tracks at the Botanical Train display at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
15 December 2024 ·   2 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
Some of the bridges in the Botanical Train display have the trains riding right over the walkways so you can look and see them riding over your head.
15 December 2024 ·   2 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
The Botanical Train at Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ontario is Canada's Largest Botanical Train Installation.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
Every year, the staff at the Royal Botanical Gardens spend over 250 hours piecing together 7+ tonnes of cedar slabs and 250 feet of track.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
Thomas the Train was one of the featured trains making his way around the track at the Botanical Train display at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
There are dozens of types of plants hidden in the architecture of the Botanical Train display in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
The flashing lights in the display change the look of the features in the Botanical Train display at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
The trains at the Botanical Train display make their way through Canada's landscapes, passing by well-known landmarks as they move along the track.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
When you take a few steps closer, you can see why it's called a botanical train. Inspired by and created from nature, every piece is made from plants.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
Made entirely from plant materials, there are dozens of types of plants hidden in the architecture of the Botanical Train in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
When you look closely at the exhibit, you can see the intricate detail put into every little part of the display of the Botanical Train at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
14 December 2024 ·   4 days ago taken in   Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4K7, Canada
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