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Harry P. Leu Gardens
Best time to visit
Early morning during cooler months is ideal to catch blooming roses and avoid crowds. Winter offers the best floral displays with vibrant colors and scents.
Budget tips
Admission is free on the first Monday of each month, making it a great budget-friendly outing. An annual pass is available for frequent visitors and locals.
Recommended for
Nature lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Families with kids, Botany students
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Quick facts: Tucked near downtown, this 50-acre botanical garden showcases over 40,000 plants from around the globe. The gardens feature a tropical stream and a rose garden with over 1,000 rose bushes.
Highlights: Explore the secret tropical stream that winds through the gardens, home to exotic plants rarely seen up close. The rose garden bursts with color especially in winter, boasting over 1,000 varieties known for their captivating scents.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes since pathways stretch across 50 acres of gardens.
- Bring a camera for top photo spots like the rose garden and tropical stream areas.
- Avoid weekends when local families visit by coming on weekday mornings for a calmer experience.
- Skip the gift shop unless looking for rare seeds and garden souvenirs as prices can be steep.
Have you heard of free walking tours?
After traveling to 30+ countries, there's one thing I wish someone had told me from day one, and it completely changed how I experience new cities.
Free walking tours. Yes, actually free. No credit card needed. No catch.
Local guide, 2-3 hours
Major sights, hidden gems, local stories
100% tip-based
Guides earn only tips, so they give their absolute best
You tip what feels right
At the end, just tip whatever you feel is right
I've done these in dozens of cities and they've been the highlight of almost every trip. If you're visiting Orlando, United States, do this on your first day. You'll thank me later.
