Bok Tower Gardens
Bok Tower Gardens admission, reg. $30
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Why We Love This Deal
Take a deep breath of fresh air and explore flourishing greenery in central Florida at Bok Tower Gardens. With this offer, you'll save up to 40% on admission and access to El Retiro mansion. Bring the whole family—children ages five and under enter for free.
What's Included
$19 for general admission for one adult (ages 18 and up) to Bok Tower Gardens, plus admission to El Retiro mansion (reg. $30)
$9 for general admission for one child (ages 6–17) (reg. $15)
Tickets include single-day admission to garden areas and access to El Retiro
Note: Last admission to Bok Tower Gardens is at 5 p.m. daily. El Retiro is open 11 a.m.–3 p.m. from May 1 until Thanksgiving.
"Beautiful gardens ,very peaceful. Lots of trails to explore. Bok Tower was amazing! We got to hear the beautiful sound of the bells. We also enjoyed the El Retiro house. Lunch at the restaurant was enjoyable too. Definitely worth a day trip."
Take a hike on the 3.5-mile Pine Ridge Preserve Trail, located on the property's 7.5 lush acres
Learn about the history of Edward Bok and his construction of the 205-foot-tall Singing Tower
El Retiro, meaning "retreat" in Spanish, is a 20-room Mediterranean-style mansion reminiscent of the 1930s
Travelzoo tip: It's recommended to set aside a minimum of three hours to fully enjoy the property.
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Voucher can be redeemed immediately; admission to Bok Towers is valid daily through June 30, 2026, during merchant's operating hours from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. (El Retiro is closed on Mondays). Last admission to Bok Tower Gardens is at 5 p.m. El Retiro is open 11 a.m.–3 p.m. from May 1 until Thanksgiving. Please plan accordingly. Reservations are not required. Upon arrival, present printed voucher or display in Travelzoo USA mobile app. Tax, if applicable, and gratuity are not included. Limit two (2) purchases per person; may buy additional as gifts. If limit is exceeded, voucher subject to forfeiture. Valid for 1 adult (ages 18 and up) or 1 child (ages 6–17). This voucher is not valid for admission to other specially ticketed events or concert series. Subject to weather conditions. Not valid on products. Cannot combine with other offers. Must use in 1 visit. See FAQs.Children ages 5 and under enter for free.
Beautiful grounds; plenty of different parts of the property to walk in. The views are beautiful; you're only a couple of hundred feet up but it makes a big difference. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Will definitely return again even though it was a long drive.
AnthonyOct 30, 2025Osprey, USA
Enjoyed Most
Was a day trip. Fun to walk around the gardens and see Bok Tower. Would go again
BrookeOct 29, 2025St Petersburg, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great place to visit. Glad it came with the visit to the El Retiro home, that was educational.
RowenaOct 21, 2025Orlando, USA
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The gardens are beautiful, very well maintained and a nice variety. El Retiro is extremely interesting and the tower and carillon is breathtaking.
PamelaOct 16, 2025Sarasota, USA
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These were friends who I bought the tickets for, and they enjoyed the visit. They will not be back as they live in the U.K., but I will as I have a membership. I enjoyed the food and the bits I bought in the shop.
ValerieOct 02, 2025Lake Wales, USA
Enjoyed Most
The grounds were Very lovely, beautiful. The mansion tour was great.
LindaSep 14, 2025Sun City Center, USA
Other Comments
Would love to see the gardens in spring. Will def go back!
lindaSep 14, 2025Palm Harbor, USA
Enjoyed Most
The gardens exceed our expectations and the historic mansion fascinating.
Other Comments
The experience was lovely. Food in the cafeteria is excellent; wonderful gift shop.
CherylAug 28, 2025Venice, USA
Enjoyed Most
Very nice quiet place but to hot this time of year.
LisaJun 16, 2025Spring hill, USA
Other Comments
not many flowers
adaJun 01, 2025LAke Mary, USA
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Went to Bok Tower with a couple of friends. The grounds are beautiful. The staff very helpful and knowledgeable. Perfect way to spend the day.
MelodyMay 29, 2025Leesburg, USA
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Just a beautiful place in Florida. Because of the mountainous views, it is hard to believe it's Florida. Beautiful gardens and a singing tower.::it is absolutely incredible.
BethMay 26, 2025Saint Petersburg, USA
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The gardens and grounds are beautiful. We had a great a time wondering through the park.
JeanMar 31, 2025Tampa, USA
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We took our dogs, walked the beautiful grounds, ate lunch & had a wonderful time! Only problem was we couldn’t see the mansion because we had dogs! Great old Florida historical site with relaxing vibes & stunning beauty for all the senses! Highly recommended.
JudyMar 31, 2025Nokomis, USA
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful property. Nice trails to view all sorts of flowers,shrubs and trees. Great view from the highest point in Florida.
EDWARDMar 31, 2025Ormond Beach, USA
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful setting up on a hill, so expect some light uphill walking. El Retiro house tour well worth it. Cafe on grounds delightful.
BruceMar 30, 2025N. Fort Myers, USA
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Beautiful gardens! Peaceful setting with lots of different types of plants and flowers. The tower is stunning! The stone is just gorgeous. We toured El Retiro - the mansion and it was cool to see the different furnishings, appliances and decor.The cafe on premises has delicious food and beverage options. Everything was fresh and delicious. I would highly recommend a visit to BokTower Gardens.
RichardMar 28, 2025Melbourne, USA
Enjoyed Most
We absolutely enjoyed our time at Bok Tower Gardens! The grounds are beautifully scenic, with several benches thoughtfully placed throughout, allowing visitors to rest or simply take in the serene surroundings. There are countless nooks and crannies to explore, making each visit a delightful discovery.
The El Retiro Estate is definitely worth touring—the volunteers are incredibly knowledgeable about both the estate and its original owner, Mr. Charles Buck.
For the best experience, bring a blanket to relax on the Great Lawn near the Tower and enjoy the live carillon concerts at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m..
From the entrance gate to the visitor center desk, the staff was welcoming and well-informed, enhancing our visit. Also, be sure to take a moment to watch the 8-minute video in the theater behind the visitor center—it provides a wonderful introduction to the history and significance of Bok Tower Gardens.
Highly recommended for a peaceful and enriching day!
MonicaMar 28, 2025Tampa, USA
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Lovely day, minimal crowds, lunch in Cafe was reasonable and delicious. Grounds well kept. All in all, an enjoyable experience.
LynnMar 21, 2025Barefoot Bay, USA
Enjoyed Most
It was a wonderful experience to watch the carillon bells being played in the outdoor viewing area on the tv then meeting the very talented gentlemen who played the music.
Other Comments
The grounds are very well maintained and the staff was very friendly
MeredithMar 19, 2025Apollo Beach, USA
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New to the area, Bok Towers was recommended and glad we went with friends. A perfect day to explore nature in the gardens for first timers. We were greeted by a flowing Japanese lantern plant, and we all fell in love with the lantern flowers. We enjoyed the area around the Tower and took lots of pictures. Highly recommend the cafe to eat. Great food choices, delicious, and met the needs of our gluten free friend. Going to return as we didn't see everything because we had to leave early. Can't wait.
PhyllisMar 17, 2025Wesley Chapel, USA
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Overall a great experience!
LilianaMar 16, 2025Tampa, USA
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Bok Tower Gardens is a wonderful place to see beautiful flowers and enjoy a bit of nature. The tower chimes are a pleasure to listen to. The Blue Palmetto Cafe has great food and good service. We hope to receive more deals so we can go back again.
MargieMar 15, 2025DeLand, USA
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March is the perfect time of year to visit Bok Tower Gardens. Love the fact that it’s pet friendly. The food at the cafe was outstanding!
PatriciaMar 13, 2025
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4 Senior Ladies had a beautiful day! It's worth the drive from Saint Pete out to the Gardens. We would not have known about the Gardens without the Groupon so it was a total win/win!
Other Comments
You pay at the drive-in entrance with about a mile drive in through citrus groves before reaching the parking lot. Start at the visitors center which has restrooms and a museum. The cafe and gift shop are also nearby before beginning your walk (or ending as you make your way to your car). Just a note: check their website for when a live person is playing the carillon (the carillonneur) (FAQ when can you hear the bells). He comes out of the Tower afterwards to interact with the crowd.
ErikaMar 12, 2025Zephyrhills, USA
Enjoyed Most
Bok Tower is always so pretty and relaxing. This trip was in March and I've never seen so many flowers blooming in one place.
Other Comments
Bring a picnic basket and a blanket to enjoy the "mountain top" view.
CarolynMar 09, 2025Alafaya, USA
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful gardens ,very peaceful. Lots of trails to explore. Bok Tower was amazing! We got to hear the beautiful sound of the bells. We also enjoyed the El Retiro house. Lunch at the restaurant was enjoyable too. Definitely worth a day trip.
MaryMar 08, 2025Trinity, USA
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Beautiful day at the gardens today.
JeffreyMar 08, 2025Cocoa, USA
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The camellias and azaleas were in bloom. WE could hear the carillon playing through our stroll in the gardens. The home El Retiro was very interesting. A great afternoon.
Other Comments
The staff was very nice and helpful.
TomMar 07, 2025Orlando, USA
Enjoyed Most
The visitor's center and museum and the gardens were beautiful and very well maintained.
DavidMar 05, 2025Bradenton, USA
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Spring was on full display in the beautiful gardens. I’d love to go back again . It will now be a destination to bring out of town guests. The tour was very much worth the extra expense.
DianeMar 03, 2025
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We had no issues with the vouchers getting into Bok Tower Gardens or El Retiro. We would purchase them again if offered.
RickMar 02, 2025Haines City, USA
Enjoyed Most
Well kept grounds, and easy walking for a relaxing afternoon.
RonMar 01, 2025Delafield, USA
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Beautiful place! Will definitely visit again.
LarisaFeb 28, 2025SUN CITY CENTER, USA
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Very relaxing and enjoyable nature experience. The cafe food was delicious!
KarenFeb 26, 2025
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Nice gardens, interesting history.
Mary JaneFeb 19, 2025Venice, USA
Enjoyed Most
Buying and redeeming tickets was easy. We purchased them on a whim the morning of our visit.
Other Comments
Bok Tower Gardens is lovely. Next time we plan to spend more time walking the longer trails. We will also bring a picnic.
LauraFeb 16, 2025Dunedin, USA
Other Comments
Seeing the Spanish style house was great and included a nice savings
EllahFeb 13, 2025tavares, USA
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Great history, very relaxing.
SandraFeb 07, 2025MELBOURNE, USA
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I was hoping for a little more flowering plants. There were some begonias for color, but not much else. Oh and also some different varieties of Camilla’s. I wish they had brought more annuals in and planted them.
It was pretty and provided a relaxing walk.
BonnieFeb 05, 2025
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So glad we went!
Other Comments
Go to the children’s area, even if you are an adult. It is magical!
RandaJan 26, 2025Maitland, USA
Enjoyed Most
It was more beautiful than the pictures alluded to. The natural trails for hiking were terrific!
JOHNNYJan 19, 2025Jacksonville, USA
Enjoyed Most
We loved walking around the Bok Tower Gardens! Our adult daughter really enjoyed it as well. Getting tickets to el Ritero made the visit extra special
KimJan 13, 2025
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It was fantastic as it was Christmas time so decorated accordingly. Loved every minute of it.
ValerieJan 06, 2025Lake Wales, USA
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Beautiful place, excellent included tour.
AnneJan 04, 2025Kissimmee, USA
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Beautiful gardens and an excellent tour of historic home. The tower itself is impressive among the garden surroundings. A glimpse inside the tower would be expected but that is reserved for donors only.
ArmandoDec 29, 2024
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Very much enjoyed Bok Tower Gardens and El Retiro. A beautiful property and hearing the carillon play Christmas songs was ever so peaceful. Had a wonderful day there.
LINDADec 23, 2024New Port Richey, USA
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excellent
zaynahDec 22, 2024
Other Comments
Such a lovely, relaxing place to visit. Beautiful green spaces and views. The music at the carillon is so soothing and The tower is so gorgeous. Plan a picnic and enjoy the soothing vibes. The cafe also has good eats. Staff throughout the grounds are very pleasant and knowledgeable.
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