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Lakeland - Hollis Garden
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A free botanical garden on the shores of Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland. It's small — you can walk it in twenty minutes — but it's gorgeous, free, and right off I-4. If your family has been driving and needs a leg stretch that isn't a gas station parking lot, Hollis Garden is the answer. The Frank Lloyd Wright architecture at nearby Florida Southern College is also worth a drive-by if you appreciate buildings that look like they're arguing with gravity.
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Common questions about Lakeland - Hollis Garden
Where is Lakeland - Hollis Garden?
Lakeland - Hollis Garden is at 702 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801, Florida. It sits along I-4, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.
What are the hours at Lakeland - Hollis Garden?
Typical hours: Dawn–dusk. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Lakeland - Hollis Garden like to visit on a family road trip?
A free botanical garden on the shores of Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland. It's small — you can walk it in twenty minutes — but it's gorgeous, free, and right off I-4. If your family has been driving and needs a leg stretch that isn't a gas station parking lot, Hollis Garden is the answer. The Frank Lloyd Wright architecture at nearby Florida Southern College is also worth a drive-by if you appreciate buildings that look like they're arguing with gravity.
Is Lakeland - Hollis Garden family-friendly?
Lakeland - Hollis Garden is workable for families but tends to land better with older kids.
How long should families plan to stay at Lakeland - Hollis Garden?
Most families spend an hour or two at Lakeland - Hollis Garden, depending on kid stamina and weather.