From downtown Lakeland, you can take a walk around Lake Mirror. It is recessed- probably having been a mine pit. You walk down the steep path and then you're at the lake promenade. Beside you are water lilies galore, and along the path are benches and tropical trees.
Absolutely don't miss Hollis Garden (closed Mondays), a beautiful garden planted on one of the slopes. There are plenty of little area partitioned off by hedges. Each section is lovely and unique. There are tropical flowers set against the blue sky, and tropical trees with the blue lake behind. What's even nicer is that there is classical music playing on speakers. It's very reviving! There are also fountains and sculptures.
Just slightly behind the garden is Garden Bistro, a little cafe which looks out on a lawn and the lake. And behind it is Barnett Family Park, a playground with tons for kids to do.
After, check out the hip coffee shops and cafes filled with professional people in the downtown area.
Hollis Garden is located at 702 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801. The closest parking lot to Hollis Garden is this address and appears to have free parking.
Hollis Garden is closed on Mondays. It is open 10-4 Friday and Saturday, and 10-6 on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
You could also park near downtown and walk the slope down to the lake promenade. Parking is $1 an hour in the Cedar Street garage and Main Street garage. You can park along most streets for free for two hours. To park along the street for more than two hours, you need to download the ParkMobile App and pay $1 per hour.
Last Updated: Mon, 03 May 2021 12:22:06 GMT
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