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Sunken Gardens

1825 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704
727-551-3100
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Type: Gardens
Traveller Description:   Sunken Gardens is a botanical paradise in the midst of a bustling city. As St. Petersburg's oldest living museum, this 100 year old garden is home... more »
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Tampa, Florida
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106 reviews 106 reviews
48 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

These gardens are "Awesome" Lots of shade and beautiful plants everywhere - We LOVED it! Nice, relaxing and clean gardens.

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Santa Maria de Dota, Costa Rica
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34 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

A bit pricey for the experience, but a nice part of an afternoon. Just make sure you go on a cool day because it does get HOT.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We hesitantly visited Sunken Gardens today after reading some of the more negatives reviews (about the park being rundown). But a local friend loves the place, and the groupon price was pretty good, so we went. It was our first time. Yes, the gardens could have used up some sprucing up, yes, some of the enclosures were empty, but we... More

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Newville, Pennsylvania
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68 attraction reviews
Reviews in 56 cities Reviews in 56 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We visited here several years ago before i started contributing here on Tripadvisor. Things have changed a great deal and unfortunately not for the better. We had a Groupon coupon and I am glad we did as I was a little disappointed. The concrete enclosures that the one contributor noted being empty used to hold animals/reptiles on display, but no... More

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Cockeysville, Maryland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 via mobile

I have a ridiculous obsession with flamingos. So I basically went to see them. But I adore flowers so was psyched. There weren't many flowers compared to the gardens I visit at home. Mostly tropical vegetation with koi ponds throughout. It's very nice to see something different on your trip. The price is GREAT. I may have missed a small... More

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Tonganoxie
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Went there because we had coupons,thank goodness,would have really been dissapointed had we paid any more.There were some lovely plants but expected more beautiful flowers as well.Didn't really have the look or feel of a well maintained place.Did find a really nice set of measuring spoons in the gift shop there.Better ways to spend your money!!

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Largo, Florida
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We live in Largo and apparently have been spoiled by the Botanical Gardens there. Sunken Gardens is NOTHING like it. For one thing, I am not a fan of caged or penned animals so the sight of the caged parrots, kookaburra, and flamingos in the man-made concrete enclosure just made me sad. The koi were in a very small murky... More

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Dauphin, Canada
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28 reviews 28 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We visited the sunken gardens and really enjoyed the self directed walking tour which took approx. 2 hrs. The only negative was the fact that the plants were not named which would have been helpful. Entry fee was reasonable.

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Latrobe, Pennsylvania
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22 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

A very well worth stop to wander the brilliantly schemed gardens. Everything is lush and well tended. The Koi are a sight to behold. It is an outdoors venue so strollers, wheelchairs, can be used. There is an Italian restaurant and Ice Creamery in the same complex, making it easy for families to have a complete outing without driving elsewhere... More

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Orlando, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Having driven by SG several times decided to visit with friends. It's a great botanical garden with a large variety of ornamental plants and flowers that you would expect. On a Sunday afternoon it's a great retreat under the shade of swaying palms for $8. Search for Groupon to see if you can get one of their 2-for-1 deals.

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