Vacation Rentals Near Cypress Gardens Botanical Garden

About Cypress Gardens Botanical Garden

Cypress Gardens Botanical Garden opened in 1936 as Florida's first commercial theme park and earned fame as the 'Showplace of the South,' appearing in dozens of films and TV shows. When LEGOLAND Florida opened on the site in 2011, it preserved and restored the historic gardens, including the canals, the famous Spanish moss-draped cypress, and an over-85-year-old banyan tree planted as a seedling in 1939. The lush collection of azaleas, camellias, and exotic plants offers a tranquil counterpoint to the theme park rides. Access is included with LEGOLAND admission, and a Lakeland vacation rental near Orlando makes the short drive to Winter Haven easy.

Visitor Tips

• →The garden is inside LEGOLAND Florida, so you'll need a park ticket to enter
• →Visit in late winter and spring to catch the azaleas and camellias in bloom
• →Head for the banyan tree and the lakeside garden paths for the best photos

Stays Near Cypress Gardens Botanical Garden

South Lakeland, FL

$110 / night

South Lakeland Nature Cabin

4.94(38)

Cozy cabin near Circle B Bar Reserve — perfect for nature lovers.

2 bd

1 ba

4 guests

Downtown Lakeland, FL

$135 / night

Lake Mirror Cottage

4.97(84)

Charming cottage steps from Lake Mirror Promenade and downtown dining.

2 bd

1 ba

4 guests

Dixieland, FL

$119 / night

Dixieland Arts Bungalow

4.92(61)

Stylish bungalow in Lakeland's vibrant arts and culture district.

2 bd

2 ba

4 guests

Lake Hollingsworth, FL

$185 / night

Lake Hollingsworth Retreat

4.95(112)

Spacious lakefront home with stunning views of Lake Hollingsworth.

3 bd

2 ba

6 guests

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