Sunken Gardens

St. Pete’s oldest living museum is a botanical paradise in the midst of the bustling city. To say Sunken Gardens came from humble beginnings would be an understatement. What started as a sinkhole where wild hogs roamed is now a world-renowned attraction brimming with tropical palms, orchids, flamingos, parrots, and waterfalls. Only in Florida could a plumber and his family lose almost everything but one last piece of swampland and turn it into a nature-filled paradise. The space serves residents and visitors with garden tours, horticultural programs, and special events. Over 100 years after George Turner Sr. began investing in his hobby, Sunken Gardens remains a tranquil oasis nestled in the heart of St. Pete. We are proud to be one of the first and last remaining original Florida roadside attractions.