Many of us are looking for ways to remain active while also staying a safe distance away from others. That's why Sarah Phinney started a ‘Walking Club’ to highlight some hidden, and some not so hidden, trails and parks across the Tampa Bay area.
Check out the Florida Botanical Gardens in Largo this weekend with your family!
Where is it?
The main entrance to the Florida Botanical Gardens is on Ulmerton Road. Put this address in your phone:
12520 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33774
There is also an entrance to the gardens on Walsingham Road. The address is:
12211 Walsingham Road
Largo, FL 33774
What can I find there?
You can spend hours soaking up the beauty of the gardens!
Emily Bloxam, Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation Communications Coordinator, says the Tropical Walk, Cactus & Succulent Garden and Tropical Fruit Garden are must-see spots for visitors.
Click here to check out a map of the gardens. It shows which pathways are ADA compliant.
Consider taking the nature trails if you're looking for a quieter experience.
Dogs are allowed at the Florida Botanical Gardens, as long as they are on a leash and picked up after.
The Florida Botanical Garden Foundation is also working on creating a children's garden which will have an outdoor classroom, musical instruments, and a children's art display.
What else is in the area?
Heritage Village (also free!) is connected to the Florida Botanical Gardens.
More than 30 attractions, including historic homes and a general store, sit on this 20 acre property.
Tours through the historic homes are not being offered right now because of the pandemic, but you can read the placards and listen to an audio tour.
Click here to see a map of Heritage Village.
The address for Heritage Village is:
11909 125th Street N.
Largo, FL 33774
Want to get even more steps in? Drive across the street to Walsingham County Park.
The park features a six mile trail and beautiful views of Walsingham Reservoir. Click here for a map of the park.
If you'd like to go there first, the address to the main entrance is:
12615 102nd Ave
Seminole, FL 33778
When should I visit?
The Florida Botanical Gardens is open daily from 7 am to 5 pm.
Heritage Village is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12 pm to 4 pm. It’s also open on Sunday from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Join Walking Club!
Post photos of your adventures, ask questions and learn about upcoming #WalkingClub stories in Sarah’s Walking Club group on Facebook!
