Bok Tower Gardens Lake Wales Florida

Bok Tower Gardens    

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Bok Tower Gardens is a 250-acre contemplative garden and bird sanctuary located atop Iron Mountain, north of Lake Wales, Florida, United States.

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Mar 23, 2025
Bok Tower Gardens is a wonderful place to spend a peaceful day strolling among the beautiful flowers and listening to the lovely sound of the carillon bells. One may have a picnic or dine in the caf…Full review by carolannj937
Mar 3, 2025
What a beautiful, serene place to visit! Lovely gardens and amazing bell tower. Concert given twice a day (1:00 and 3:00). Lovely resort house in the back to tour.Full review by gaylemass
Feb 21, 2025
A beautiful tribute to nature! Bok Tower Garden allows you some down time to just learn, walk, think and relax. The massive gardens are abundant in flowering plants, shrubs and trees. Stay on a concr…Full review by christopher m
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Located on Florida's highest peninsular point, Bok Tower Gardens is a gorgeous 200 acre retreat. Designed by the famed architect, Fred…
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Do you rent scooters
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I haven’t seen any.
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Answer by Jessica M · Nov 16, 2023
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We will be visiting for the day on Sunday, March 5. What shows will be available at what times?
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I think there are scheduled times to hear the bells. There is a movie to watch that is on a loop. There is a kitchen area that holds special events. Overall really relaxing place. In …
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I think there are scheduled times to hear the bells. There is a movie to watch that is on a loop. There is a kitchen area that holds special events. Overall really relaxing place. In winter there is an old mansion you can tour. It is usually a Christmas thing. That costs extra. Think downton Abbey. Sorry can’t be more specific. My visits are usually spontaneous but I know that have very fancy events
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How long should I expect to tour the gardens and house in march?
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We spent several hours which is necessary to fully experience the numerous gardens and displays. You will want to allow time to listen to the carillon performances, visit the gift shop …
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We spent several hours which is necessary to fully experience the numerous gardens and displays. You will want to allow time to listen to the carillon performances, visit the gift shop and maybe have a bite to eat.
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Answer by Marnette S · Dec 21, 2021
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Can pets go on the mansion tour?
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No, they are permitted in the adjacent gardens but not inside the mansion. There are signs posted to address this at the visitor entrance to the mansion. Sorry!
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what is the time for live concerts on Thursday and Sunday?
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The day we were there it was 1.00pm & 3.00pm. It was roughly 30 minutes in duration. Check with the venue/web site if need be.
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What is the price of admission? What are your hours?
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Bok Tower Gardens is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day) with the last admission at 5 p.m...
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Pay a visit to the visitor centre for an introduction to the history of the gardens
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Do not allow your dog to dig, enter ponds or engage in excessive barking
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The grounds and gardens are the perfect place for lovers of natural beauty and history to spend a few relaxing afternoon hours
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Bok tower gardens is open daily, and an admission fee is charged
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Daily recitals are given from the carillon set
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Kids can pick up special paper at the entry and make a treasure hunt out of looking for the iron rubbing posts
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The gardens are only about a hour and a half drive from orlando
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There is also the children's garden where children can play
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Bok Tower Gardens is open daily
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Wear comfortable walking shoes. pinewood estate, a 20-room mediterranean mansion, is also worth a visit especially at christmastime
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Bok Tower Gardens is open every day of the week from 8am to 6pm
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It includes a sand pit, a water park and other interactive activities
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The best shots of the tower can be had from the reflection pool, just to the north
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Offers visitors florida's most abundant opportunities for aesthetic, cultural and personal enrichment
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Inside the bell chamber is a playing room that houses a clavier, or keyboard, that is used for playing the carillon bells
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Rare wildlife can be seen along many of the pathways
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Telling stories from a different time, you are sure to be engrossed in its past during your visit
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If you're planning on bringing Fido, make sure they are leashed on a 6ft leash and picked up after
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