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Sunken Gardens
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,761 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in St. Petersburg, Florida
Tropical, century-old attraction featuring thousands of plants, a butterfly aviary & flamingos.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 727-551-3102
- Website sunkengardens.org — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–4:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–4:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–4:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–4:30 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–4:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–4:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12–4:30 pm |
The setting
“I don't think it's worth $18, considering the size and especially since there are so many nearby nature areas and botanical gardens that are free.”
“One of the highlights was seeing the flamingos and the colorful koi fish—they really added something special to the experience.”
“The lush tropical plants, vibrant colors, and winding paths create a peaceful, almost magical atmosphere that’s hard to put into words.”
Amenities couples mention
“One of the highlights was seeing the flamingos and the colorful koi fish—they really added something special to the experience.”
“Every turn reveals something new—beautiful water features, exotic flowers, and perfectly maintained landscapes that make you want to slow down and take it all in.”
“The views are stunning, and the attention to detail throughout the gardens is impressive.”
What couples say again and again
“The lush tropical plants, vibrant colors, and winding paths create a peaceful, almost magical atmosphere that’s hard to put into words.”
“The gardens are peaceful, well maintained, and full of gorgeous plants, flowers, and wildlife.”
From the reviews
This place is so enchanting, serene, and beautiful. From the minute you walk in, you will feel a sense of peace and calmness. You will find beautiful flower gardens, perfect orchids, exotic birds, fish ponds, succulent gardens, and even a gorgeous wedding setting that’s filled with love hidden in the middle of this…
Getting married at Sunken Gardens
Sunken Gardens comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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