Attractions· landmark
Sunken Gardens
Historic Uptown / 4th Street, St. Petersburg|$
One of Florida's oldest roadside attractions, Sunken Gardens grew from a drained lake bed into four lush acres of winding paths, waterfalls, 50,000+ tropical plants, and some of the oldest royal palms in the state. A flock of Chilean flamingos is the star resident, and the shaded, sunken terrain runs noticeably cooler than the streets above. Admission is about $15 and an hour or so covers it — an easy, lovely stop on the way between downtown St. Pete and the beaches.
Why our team sends guests here
Go right at opening when the light filters through the canopy and the flamingos are being fed — photographers, this is your spot.
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