Whether you're an avid nature lover or just looking to escape for a day, you're sure to fall in love with these beautiful gardens in Florida. If you have been searching for "beautiful gardens near me," you are in the right place! You will love these peaceful, lovely places to enjoy the outdoors in our gorgeous state. Here are some of the best gardens in Florida:

1. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden has been a beautiful oasis of palms, flowering vines, and tons of other tropical plants in Miami since 1938. Visit during one of their amazing festivals for a special treat.

2. Bok Tower Gardens

Bok Tower Gardens is located in Lake Wales in Central Florida. It's named for the 205-foot "singing" bell tower, but the surrounding 250-acre garden is just as impressive. It features thousands of plants surrounding a swan-filled reflection pool.

3. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

These educational gardens have been in Sarasota for 40 years. Don't miss Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' collection of over 5,000 orchids.

4. Harry P. Leu Gardens

Take a detour from all the theme parks and surround yourself with the natural beauty of Harry P. Leu Gardens' 50-acre garden in Orlando. The butterfly garden and the impressive rose garden will delight visitors of all ages.

5. Sunken Gardens

St. Petersburg's Sunken Gardens were planted in a drained lake over 100 years ago. It features waterfalls and paths surrounded by more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers.

6. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens is a hidden gem in Florida. The grounds are most colorful from June to September, and dogs on leashes are permitted (except during festivals).

7. Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park

Azaleas and camellias are the highlights of this park and historic district in Tallahassee. This means the best time to visit is January through April, though the park offers biking, hiking, boating, fishing, and much more all year round. It's one of the best state parks in Florida.

8. Naples Botanical Garden

Naples Botanical Garden is lovely and expansive, with several themed areas, so there's something for every kind of nature lover.

9. Ravine Gardens State Park

This historic Ravine Gardens State Park in Palatka is another garden best visited in spring for its plentiful azaleas. Visitors love the hills (rare in Florida) and the suspension bridge.

10. Washington Oaks Gardens State Park

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park near Palm Coast is a local favorite. It features gorgeous formal gardens with huge live oaks and a picturesque shoreline dotted with coquina formations.

11. Mounts Botanical Garden

Mounts Botanical Garden is the oldest and largest public garden in Palm Beach County. It features many different gardens, including a butterfly garden, rainbow garden, garden of extremes, and several more. Once you've seen it, you're bound to agree that Mounts Botanical Garden is one of the best hidden gems in Florida!

12. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

Not only are these gardens the perfect model of zen-like tranquility, but Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens also has incredible exhibits and festivals year-round.

13. The Florida Botanical Gardens - Largo

This "urban oasis" in Pinellas County is open weekdays from 7 am until sunset, and admission is free. Bring your family, friends, and even Fido for a picnic and a stroll.

14. Eden Gardens State Park - Santa Rosa Beach

This park in Santa Rosa Beach features 163 acres shaded by oak, pine, and cypress trees, plus an 1897 mansion open for tours and a dock for fishing.

15. McKee Botanical Garden

The historic McKee Botanical Garden in Vero Beach began life as McKee Jungle Gardens in 1932, was forced to close in 1976, and finally reopened under its current name in 2001. It features thousands of native and tropical plants, an impressive collection of waterlilies, and some of the historic structures, like the Hall of Giants seen here, still remain.

Please share your experiences of these beautiful and historic gardens and let us know if we missed any of your favorites. We are always glad to hear from you in the comments section! And if you are looking for more fun local things to do in any of the cities in our state, check out Airbnb Experiences.