Sunken Gardens has nearly 200 free parking spaces on site shared with Great Explorations and Carrabba’s. Overflow parking is available at Crescent Lake Park, a short walk from the Gardens. Please use the crosswalk for safety.

Several of our historic paths are ADA-accessible and span three-fourths of a mile. Wheelchairs/walkers are allowed, but not provided. Some paths have a steep incline, but there are alternate ways to access all areas. Limited seating is located throughout the gardens. Mature foliage provides ample shade with open, sunny areas located throughout. Contact Sunken Gardens by calling 727-551-3102 for accessibility inquiries or concerns prior to visiting.

Only ADA service-trained dogs are permitted inside Sunken Gardens. During the visit, service animals must be harnessed or leashed, and must be under the guest's complete control and care (including clean-up). If these guidelines are not followed, guests will be asked to leave for the safety of our guests.

Pets and emotional support animals (ESAs) are not permitted. Guests with service animals are encouraged to check with Guest Relations on the day of the visit to determine if access to any specific area is restricted on that day.

Amateur and hobbyist photographers are welcome to take photos and videos on the property. Professional and commercial photographers must make an appointment and pay a fee to utilize the grounds. This includes but is not limited to: fashion/beauty, pregnancy, graduation, prom, engagement, and family photography. Wedding photography is only allowed for our contracted wedding clients.

View our Photography & Filming Policy here.

There are many dining options located near Sunken Gardens. Carrabba’s Italian Grill is located within our historic 1926 entrance building. Panera Bread and Outback Steakhouse are directly across 4th Street, and many additional dining options are located only a short drive away.

Picnic lunches are permitted within the Gardens.

In an effort to preserve the beauty and history of Sunken Gardens, as well as for your safety, the following are prohibited:

Prohibited Items
• Balloons
• Candles or open flame
• Alcoholic beverages
• Weapons of any kind

 Prohibited Behavior
• Smoking or vaping
• Climbing or hanging from trees, bushes, rocks, ponds, waterfalls, animal enclosures, or other garden elements
• Straying off designated paved or mulched pathways
• Carving into or defacing any plant or surface in the Gardens