Membership

NOTICE: Due to the overwhelming support from our members and volume of attendance at special events, new memberships may not be processed or redeemed on special event days.

Support the Gardens

Residents can deepen their roots with Sunken Gardens by becoming a member. Sunken Gardens members receive unlimited annual admission to Sunken Gardens, giving them year-round access to this unique tropical garden experience.

Member Benefits

Members of Sunken Gardens enjoy valuable "members only" benefits and help support new educational opportunities, children's programs, special events, and plant collections.

Unlimited free admission for one year during regular hours
10% discount in the gift shop (on regular-priced items)
Free admission and shop discounts at over 200 reciprocal gardens, arboreta, and conservatories across the United States, Caribbean, and Canada. For a complete list of reciprocal gardens, visit ahsgardening.org.rap.
Discounts and priority registration for specified workshops
Access to horticultural resources
Discounts at local attractions

Current Local Reciprocal OFferings

Sunken Gardens members may enjoy reciprocal admission to the following venues during the dates listed below. It is advised to call ahead to confirm reciprocal benefits are available the day you plan to attend.

*NOTE: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens does not have a year-round reciprocal arrangement for Sunken Gardens members but will sometimes offer specific dates for free or reduced admission.

ALL YEAR RECIPROCALS:
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium and the Florida Aquarium: Half off for all of 2026
- Tampa Bay Watch (Discovery Center at the St. Pete Pier): Free admission for all of 2026
  - *All active members of Tampa Bay Watch may receive free Sunken Gardens admission for up to two named adult members and up to three children 17 years old and under.
- Naples Botanical Garden: 50% off general admission
MONTHLY RECIPROCALS:
- May 2026
  - Great Explorations Children's Museum: Free admission
- June 2026
  - Marie Selby Botanical Gardens: Free admission
  - St. Petersburg Museum of History: Free admission
- October 2026
  - Great Explorations Children's Museum: Free admission
  - Glazer Children's Museum: Free admission
- November 2026
  - The James Museum: Free admission
  - Imagine Museum
- December 2026
  - Florida Holocaust Museum: Free admission
  - Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI): Free admission

Membership Rates

Individual Membership: $50
Family Membership: $100 (Includes 2 household family member cardholders with valid ID and children aged 17 and younger. Family Membership holders receive all "members only" benefits listed above.)

Become a Member

Purchase a Sunken Gardens membership by visiting the admissions desk in our lobby. The process takes approximately 15 minutes.

Become a Business Partner

In collaboration with the Sunken Gardens Forever Foundation, Sunken Gardens is proud to partner with local businesses who contribute to the preservation and enhancement of the garden experience.

To learn more about Business Partnership Program benefits, tiers, and more, please visit the Sunken Gardens Forever Foundation website.

Join our business partners

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Flagship Bank

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