Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
5 expert reviews
“Orchids make up nearly a third of the 20,000 species of flowers and plants here.”
– Fodor's
Concierge
"A visit to these botanical gardens in Sarasota is especially appealing in the fall, when the weather is cooler and the plants are still in full bloom."
Frommer's
"A must-see for serious plant lovers and a should-see for those looking for good photo ops." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
5.0
"The garden, which specializes in epiphytes...features thousands of varieties in its outdoor gardens and more than 20,000 plants spread throughout its eight greenhouses. " Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The downtown Sarasota campus features 15 acres along Sarasota Bay, including a bayfront mangrove walkway. This space will also soon be home to the world’s first net positive rooftop restaurant"
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