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    Sunken Gardens

    4.4 (429 reviews)
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    James H.

    Such a unique place! It was so fun to walk around and see all the plants and birds around the gardens. Definitely take some time to read about the history of the attraction. The price wasn't high and we thought it was a relaxing addition to a busy vacation.

    Nikki J.

    A lovely experience on a nice day to walk around and take in the scenery, even on a hot day, plenty of shade. Highlight was the flamingos, beautiful! Cost is very reasonable and parking was plentiful. They do not have food/drink on premises so be sure to bring water.

    Ericka S.

    My husband planned a day starting with this and I loved it! We were in town visiting family and he found this while doing some research. This was a wonderful stop that I will always remember. The history behind it is really fascinating, and everything we saw was beautiful. We went a few days before New Year's Eve, so it was still decorated for Christmas and was lovely. We saw different birds, we counted the amount of little lizards lounging on signs and leaves, and learned about a lot of different plants, flowers, and greenery. There's a little historic center within the garden that I suggest you take the time for. It gives you a greater appreciation for what was there and what's there now. They also do weddings, which OMG this would have been on my list if I lived here. The entry fee was very reasonable and we spent at least 2 hours here wandering around, reading the signs, and basking in the beauty. We took a Christmas ornament home with us as a way to remember the trip forever. Give it a try, it won't disappoint!

    Toucans.  Rather uncommon for me to see.
    Tim T.

    Interesting place. Came on Valentines day which was a Saturday afternoon. It just materializes on a busy street. Parking was extremely tight. Had to go around the lot multiple times till I got lucky to get a spot. I was surprised it was $18 admission & $15 for Sr. Thought $10-12 would be normal. But I guess cause theres many rare creatures, plants and trees, I suppose this is what they need to sustain it. The Gardens are not overly large. They did have lots of plants, trees, shrubs along with fountains and ponds along with a variety of wildlife. The Eucalyptus tree was awesome! That was quite interesting. The Macaws had a " zookeeper" take them out of the cages, and put them in a perch held by the keeper. This while people were close and asked some questions. My feeling is this happens daily but is unscheduled and sporadic. Kind of cool, though. Interesting place . Not sure if Id go again. Kind of pricey, but relaxing. Touristy. 3.5 stars.

    Julia P.

    A huge amount of parking, bikes to rent out front and a children's museum attached. We only attended the gardens as they are both separate fees but it would be nice if it was a percent off. The gardens themselves are well taken care of and bigger than it looks, expect to spend about an hour. They have some birds and flamingos and a quaint gift shop after the experience.

    Brittany M.

    100% worth the stop. 100% worth the money. Feels like you're in a whole Nother land. It's just a beautiful calming serene place to walk around take a few deep breaths check out flamingos check out the other tourists and then move on to the other fun spots in Saint Pete. Beautiful, even in the summer heat

    Dennis C.

    What an amazing garden tucked away in the heart of St. Petersburg. An easy trip off I-275, Sunken Gardens is definitely a treasure of a find and a must visit for those living in the Tampa Bay area. Sunken Gardens is arguably a Tampa/St. Petersburg staple for visitors that would love to see what the local area has to offer aside from beaches. For starters, you can find some neat deals for the Sunken Gardens on value sites such as Groupon, although the general admission fee is relatively reasonable compared to the aquariums, zoos, and other parks in the area. We found an annual family membership on Groupon which is pretty neat considering the perks that come with it - free admission to some popular museums during certain months, as well as reciprocal admission at other gardens (you can find a list of those on the website, while a more accurate list of this program is available with the main kiosk). There is free parking on site; the lot is also shared by the children's museum, Great Explorations. While there appears to be plenty of parking, I would recommend getting to this venue earlier to get a prime spot and to be able to stroll at your leisure without feeling too crowded in. Sunken Gardens is one of the smaller gardens we have been to as we travelled across the nation, but do not let it's small size fool you. There is plentiful flora that grows on this piece of real estate that will amaze you with their natural beauty. What makes Sunken Gardens unique is that it showcases a vast variety of palms, leveraging the temperate weather of Florida for the growth of these specimens (you won't find these up in the Northeast). Aside from the palms, there are various areas that are gorgeously arranged and curated to bring out the best in each plant. We definitely took our time to enjoy the trails that looped through the garden - there are also unimproved paths that are also accessible for viewing. Sprinkled throughout the garden are also a variety of beautiful birds to include a sanctuary for some flamingos. There are several bridges that cross some bodies of water, one of which hosts gigantic and marvelous koi. All-in-all, there are plentiful areas and spaces to explore within the garden which makes it such a wonderful garden. I highly recommend Sunken Gardens to everyone!

    Alexandra L.

    Sunken Gardens is easily one of my favorite spots around here. It's actually an old sinkhole turned into a stunning garden, and those massive trees keep it shaded and cool even in the heat. It's right in the middle of the city, but the moment you step inside, all that noise just fades away.

    Linda G.

    Beautiful, peaceful and wonderful history. A great place to walk around and enjoy nature.

    Kylle S.

    Groupon had a deal going for a year long membership and I'm so glad I bought it! This place is a great way to take a break, touch grass, and recenter! I look forward to my next visit! Well worth it!

    Lindsay K.

    Came here while staying in the area as it was listed as a reciprocal membership location for my local botanical gardens. Pretty centrally located off of a busy street, it's a surprisingly hidden paradise right in front of your eyes. We came here on a Thursday, and it got very busy very quickly. There was still plenty of space to enjoy the gardens, the crowd didn't seem to impact my ability to walk around, but the parking lot filled up instantly, so be prepared to walk a long ways to find parking. Admission (mandatory) was a bit steep just to walk in the gardens, but if it's doable for you I still recommend. I was surprised to see a lot of birds housed in the gardens as well. The flamingos were so fun to watch, I just wish they posted more information about each bird grouping to read while you walk around. Overall, a beautiful place to spend the day. They even have picnic tables spread around so you could enjoy a quick break while you're here.

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    Corissa L.

    Sunken Gardens is a short walk from my house and every time I visit, I wonder why I don't just get a membership and come more often. This last visit was because I bought a Groupon while a friend was in town, but we didn't get an opportunity to use it while she was here. So I went with my husband a few weeks later. It was a discounted ticket so definitely take a look at offers available instead of just showing up to purchase a ticket. The gardens itself are beautiful year round and a perfect place for a stroll. It would definitely add to my neighborhood walks if I could just pop in for a visit. The grounds are well taken care of and there are even flamingos , birds , turtles and butterflies . It's a lovely thing to do whether you're a neighborhood visitor or from out of town.

    Alan N.

    $15. Great way to spend 1-2 hours. Beautiful flowers and trees. Highlight is definitely the flamingos. Big parking lot. Doesn't get too crowded. Really good to learn about the history of the area. Come support!

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    Anybody know where you can get a coupon for admission? I saw something on group on but it was for 2 people and I would be going on my own. I was just thinking maybe some of the local visitor centers or coupon guides would have something. Thanks!

    I got mine on groupon but it was a 2 for 1 deal. Check out the visit Florida website or a Visit St. Pete Clearwater site.

    Is it wheelchair accessible?

    Yes! Most of the garden is a paved path that is easy to use with a wheelchair

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    Lovely walkways with many unique plants, love watching the flamingos, coy ponds, turtle area, tropical birds.

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