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Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, FL

1151 Tower Boulevard • Lake Wales, FL 33853

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Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, Florida

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A historic landmark boasting a 250-acre contemplative garden, a 205-foot tower and a bird sanctuary, Bok Tower Gardens gives visitors an up-close view of Florida’s beautiful wildlife and vegetation. This unique destination has attracted 23 million since 1929, inspiring artistic, cultural and spiritual enrichment from its Singing Tower carillon, Mediterranean-style mansion and lush gardens.

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Bok Tower Gardens offers visitors Florida's most abundant opportunities for aesthetic, cultural and personal enrichment.

The lush landscapes of the Olmsted gardens, the majesty and music of the Singing Tower with its 60-bell carillon, and the splendor of Pinewood Estate create an experience that inspires all who visit.

Bok Tower Gardens is open every day of the year from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the last admission at 5 p.m.

Bok Tower Gardens is open 365 days a year from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Last admission from the entrance gate is at 5 p.m. The Visitor Center, Blue Palmetto Café and Tower & Garden Gift Shop are open from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. with limited hours on holidays.*

Pinewood Estate will be closed the following dates. Subject to change without notice.
2017: April 21-23, October 20-22
Top floor closed: March 3-13, ticket price reduced to $3, pay upon arrival.
Operating Hours except blackout dates above
Summer: Open daily from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Spring: Open daily from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Christmas: Open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Best time to visit Pinewood Estate is 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Estate busy hours are from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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BarbP3679

Eastlake, Lake County, Ohio

"Peaceful but not colorful"

Reviewed November 17, 2025 NEW

While the gardens are peaceful and a great view, I think of a garden as having color. About the only color was greenery. I expected more flowers or such. Also better signage as to what way you are headed would be nice. It took me a while to figure out the map; the orange is mulch trails as compared to the cement trails; not sure where most of the trails would take me. Also I saw no birds in the pond.

62HTS

New York

"Experience heaven on earth!"

Reviewed November 07, 2025 NEW

Bok Tower Gardens EXCEEDED our expectations in every way! The grounds are meticulously manicured and pristine, the staff incredibly hospitable and knowledgeable, the gift shop is FABULOUS and cafe is worth stopping for a meal and/or snack. Surprisingly, the gift shop, unlike most museum shops, has a wide range of reasonably priced items to buy to keep or for gifts. And the cafe offers a good selection of food that can accommodate everyone's tastes. Again, the prices are reasonable and the food sooo tasty! They even offer wine at great prices. We spent several hours walking the grounds and touring the mansion. Next time we're in the area, we'll stop by again!

dizzyb23

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England

"Some much needed peace and quiet"

Reviewed September 27, 2025

What a beautiful place. We came here in our first of three weeks in Florida. After such a difficult flight to Florida, we were in need to some peace. This is an easy place to get to and find. The walk around the gardens themselves was amazing. It was hot but there was plenty of shade. Definitely worth having a tour of the house too if you have time. We saw a lot of wildlife too. Can thoroughly recommend a visit here.

kennedys391

Gainesville, Florida

"Bok Tower take my breath away"

Reviewed September 24, 2025

Was in Winter Garden for a business event and wanted to see what this hidden gem was about. This park is AMAZING BEAUTIFUL. It really is a hidden gem in Florida. There’s tons of walking trails, historic infrastructure, rolling green hills, a very robust museum, restaurant and wonderful gift shop. The tower itself is a must see but the entire location is so beautiful and worth a day trip!

Q7102XIjamesb

"Beautiful building and gardens."

Reviewed August 14, 2025

The gardens are beautiful and there are benches throughout so you can sit in shade and enjoy things. The tower is also a beautiful building. When the bells are not being played live they will play via recording. Much of the music seems dissonant to me and the people with me. Maybe it is better live. If you are going to see the tower or enjoy the gardens it is well worth a visit. If you are going to enjoy the bells I would only look at going when there is a live concert.

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