Park & nature
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
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Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is a 15-acre tropical oasis on Sarasota Bay, renowned for its living collection of epiphytic orchids and bromeliads. Visitors can wander through themed gardens, including a tropical food garden and a bamboo grove, while enjoying stunning bay views. The gardens also feature a research greenhouse and a historic mansion. With its focus on air plants and conservation, Selby offers a serene escape where nature lovers can discover rare species and learn about horticulture in a beautiful waterfront setting.
Don't miss
- Explore the Tropical Display House, home to hundreds of colorful orchids and bromeliads.
- Walk the Bayfront Gardens for sweeping views of Sarasota Bay and the skyline.
- Visit the Children's Rainforest Garden, with interactive exhibits and a treehouse.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
You can explore Marie Selby Botanical Gardens at your own pace. A tour is worth it mainly for transport, or for pairing it with nearby sights in one day.
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