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Lakeland - Hollis Garden

702 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801· $· Dawn–dusk

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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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Destination Details

  • gardens
  • free admission
  • walking paths
  • restrooms
  • parking
  • lakefront

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.