Venues & Locations
Gardens of South Florida
Morikami Museum and Japanese Garden
Palm Beach
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, named Roji-en: Garden of the Drops of Dew, is set 200-acres and divided into six distinct gardens inspired by, but not replicas of, significant gardens of Japan. Strolling through the pine forest or bamboo grove, viewing the rock formation, arrangements of plants and cascading waterfalls, pausing to ponder the quiet surface of the lake and shoreline – its serenity encourages you to lay aside the chaos of the world and gently nurture the capacity within to hear a more harmonious universal rhythm.
One of Palm Beach County’s most treasured cultural attractions, their mission is to engage in a diverse audience by presenting Japanese cultural experiences that educate and inspire. With its diverse gardens design and appreciation for tranquility through nature at every turn, inspire it does.
Flamingo Gardens
Davie
Containing some of the last natural jungles growth in South Florida, Flamingo Gardens is one of the oldest Botanical Gardens in this part of the state. Founded in 1927, it is home to over 3,000 species of rare, tropical, subtropical, native, and exotic plants and trees. The most famous of the trees being the 16 towering Florida “Champion Trees” and a unique hammock of 200-year-old live oak trees. The sanctuary is also a refuge for large variety of permanently injured and non-releasable wildlife; including an aviary of free flying birds, eagles, otters, panthers, reptiles, free-roaming peacocks, and of course flamingos.
Flamingo Garden’s mission is to depict, preserve, and provide education about the natural and cultural heritage of South Florida and the Everglades through their botanical gardens and wildlife sanctuary.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Coral Gables
Situated on 83 sprawling acres of lush, colorful tropical gardens, rainforest and coastal habitat, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is one of the premier botanic gardens in the country. Lush, colorful tropical gardens, rainforest and coastal habitats provide a home to an extensive collection of rare palms, cycads, flowering trees, and vines. At present the garden’s collection includes more than 3,400 species of tropical fruits, orchids, butterflies, native and exotic plants throughout its uplands and lowlands ecosystems and exhibits.
Founded in 1938 by famed plant explorer Dr. David Fairchild, their mission to this day is to share the joy and beauty of tropical gardening. This outstanding horticultural display promises to provide an unforgettable experience.
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Coconut Grove
The most notorious garden in South Florida is Vizcaya. It is breathtaking. This Renaissance-inspired waterfront estate was built in 1916 on Biscayne Bay by American Executive, industrial developer, art collector and socialite, James Deering. Named after one of the most captivating shorelines on the Spanish coast, Vizcaya Museum & Garden captures jaw-dropping European extravagance in an enchanting American context.
The greatest of photographs hardly convey the beauty of Vizcaya’s 10 acres of gardens. In many ways, the Formal Gardens resemble the layout of France’s Versailles. Low, trimmed shrubs walkways organized into mesmerizing, geometric patterns. Thick columns, lush mazes and classic statues lent to its European aesthetic. Uniquely, Vizcaya also embraces its tropical surrounds, you will find palms, rare orchids and Cuban limestone infused in the Mediterranean vibe with signature Miami flair. A true cultural gem.
The Secret Garden
Homestead
A visit to The Secret Garden leaves you feeling as if you were transported to a tropical paradise. Located in the heart of the Redlands agricultural area this private property has 6 acres of lush vegetation, alluring waterfalls, and koi lagoons built within the most beautiful coral rocks. If you dare you can take a dip in one of their blue lagoons for epic photos.
This oasis was created and designed by a local coral stone landscape artist, Ben Bistrong. Originally a showroom for his landscape work it evolved into the Garden it is today. He aimed to capture the essence of a South Florida paradise lost in time, where ecosystems, lagoons and waterfalls flowed naturally and freely. Its unique water features make this garden a one of a kind.
One thing about living in South Florida is there are endless places to explore.
