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 to some of the oldest tropical plants in the region.

Unwind as you stroll through meandering paths, lush with exotic plants from around the world. Explore cascading waterfalls, beautiful demonstration gardens, more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers and a walk through butterfly encounter.

In 1903, when George Turner, Sr. started planting on the four acres of land surrounding his home, many tropical plants were inspiring Florida gardeners with their unusual leaves and glorious flowers. His hobby became historic Sunken Gardens, now a botanical garden with over 500 species of tropical and subtropical plants. Some of the oldest Cuban Royal Palms and Bougainvillea in the Southeast provide towering back drops for thousands of exotic plants. Now an educational and cultural facility, this gem in the heart of St. Petersburg provides beauty, relaxation and tranquil fun for all ages.

George Turner, Sr.'s passion was gardening and his vision for the property was a botanical paradise. For many years the garden was that, a tropical haven that became a Sunday tradition to walk through after church.

Today, the garden is being modeled after Mr. Turner Sr.'s original vision of a botanical paradise. As you meander along the pathways you will discover numerous plant displays that will inspire your own home garden. Demonstration gardens have been added such as the Japanese garden, cactus garden and the butterfly garden with a walk through encounter. There are many interesting activities like horticultural programs, guided tours and festivals such as the orchid festival and the butterfly festival. There is always something new at the garden. Come explore an event, discover what's blooming, join in a class or just sit-back and take in the beauty.In 1903, when George Turner, Sr. started planting on the four acres of land surrounding his home, many tropical plants were inspiring Florida gardeners with their unusual leaves and glorious flowers. His hobby became historic Sunken Gardens, now a botanical garden with over 500 species of tropical and subtropical plants. Some of the oldest Cuban Royal Palms and Bougainvillea in the Southeast provide towering back drops for thousands of exotic plants. Now an educational and cultural facility, this gem in the heart of St. Petersburg provides beauty, relaxation and tranquil fun for all ages