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Hollis Garden

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590 Reviews

#2 of 37 things to do in Lakeland

Nature & Parks, Gardens

702 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801-5030

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“A Lakeland must see”

Some of the plant beds change quarterly, others less frequently. It's a peaceful natural retreat... read more

Reviewed 3 days ago

BeverlyH626

“A REAL GEM...worth the visit. Romantic or family.”

Really beautiful Garden. The garden is laid out in teirs and have individual sections that house... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Donna M

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4.5 590 reviews

Excellent76%
Very good20%
Average3%
Poor1%
Terrible0%

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“beautiful garden”(42 reviews)

“lake mirror”(124 reviews)

“downtown lakeland”(56 reviews)

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702 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801-5030

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+1 863-834-6035

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BeverlyH626

101

Reviewed 3 days ago

A Lakeland must see

Some of the plant beds change quarterly, others less frequently. It's a peaceful natural retreat right in downtown Lakeland. Well worth a visit once in a while. Nice sculptures and a wide variety of plant life. It's a Lakeland must see. And, it's FREE.

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank BeverlyH626

Donna M

141

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

A REAL GEM...worth the visit. Romantic or family.

Really beautiful Garden. The garden is laid out in teirs and have individual sections that house beautiful sculptures and or seating. The paths lead to a lake that you can walk around for fitness or leisure. There is a cafe on site which was closed...More

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank Donna M

browncondo2102

Kitchener, Canada

60098

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Great Garden!

Different times of the year would bring difference colors to this magnificent garden. There are 16 "rooms" in the garden. Each had different types of flowers and vegetation. Great photo ops and great for family pictures or weddings. Nice lake and children's play area close...More

Date of experience: November 2018

1 Thank browncondo2102

186400Caroline

Warwick, United Kingdom

836269

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Quiet little place

This is a tiny formal garden on the side of mirror lake, it’s about a 30 minute drive from Orlando but worth the drive. It’s quiet and peaceful beautifully landscaped a great place to sit and relax. There is a restaurant adjacent to the garden...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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MitchPhyllis65

Morristown, New Jersey

1100383

Reviewed October 11, 2018

Beautiful and Relaxing

If you’re tired of the hustle and bustle of city life and the traffic then visit this tranquil garden; life’s too short not to take time to smell the roses. We took the time.

Date of experience: September 2018

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Patricia S

Lakeland, Florida

Reviewed October 9, 2018 via mobile

Exquisite Gardens

This is a lovely city park. Great spot to have an outdoor wedding, take family photos or just enjoy a leisurely stroll. Wonderful views of downtown Lakeland and Lake Mirror. Close to restaurants and shopping and a close walk to Lake Morton to feed the...More

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank Patricia S

DailyMenagerie

Cincinnati, Ohio

537

Reviewed September 23, 2018 via mobile

An Oasis

Hollis Gardens is one of my favorite botanical spots. While it is not large by any means; the variety and the beauty in the heart of downtown are impressive. Adjacent to the stunning Lake Mirror; the gardens are wonderful for an afternoon of bird watching,...More

Date of experience: September 2018

1 Thank DailyMenagerie

Rosaura Garcia O

Lakeland, Florida

1514

Reviewed September 16, 2018 via mobile

Fantastic!

Love this place! The steaks are to die for, loaded baked potatoes... yum! The dessert tray selection... wow!

Date of experience: October 2017

1 Thank Rosaura Garcia O

01FeisMom

Ohio

3414

Reviewed September 12, 2018 via mobile

Beautiful garden

Beautiful garden and lake close to downtown Lakeland and FSC. Nice place to walk around and relax. We have been there twice and will visit again when we are in the area.

Date of experience: July 2018

Thank 01FeisMom

tonylisaieo

Lakeland, Florida

243

Reviewed September 9, 2018

Beautiful

This is a beautiful place for a quiet stroll. A wide verity of flowers and plants all with a view of the beautiful lake.

Date of experience: April 2018

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