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About Bok Tower Gardens

Welcome to Bok Tower Gardens, a premier botanical garden and historic site in Lake Wales, Florida. Home to the 60-bell Singing Tower carillon, the site hosts seasonal carillon concerts and themed events like the International Carillon Festival. Explore the lush grounds, tour El Retiro (Pinewood Estate), and enjoy dining and shopping at the Visitor Center. Whether you’re planning a casual visit or a private event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to make your trip smooth and enjoyable.

Note: Tickets and tours are available for different areas of the property. Seating is first-come, first-served where applicable, and scheduling may vary for special events. Parking is on-site and open during garden hours. Transit options are available regionally, with rideshare as a convenient choice for visitors coming from surrounding towns.

Nearby hotels and dining options cater to visitors seeking convenient accommodations and meals before or after your Bok Tower visit. We highlight affiliate partner hotels and recommended dining to help you plan a seamless stay near the garden. If you’re hosting a private event, Bok Tower Gardens offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces with flexible configurations to fit groups of various sizes.

Parking: On-site parking is available; grounds and parking are typically open 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Facilities include the Visitor Center, gift shop, and on-site dining. For events, the garden accommodates private functions in several spaces, including Pinewood Estate and Olmsted House, with total meeting space around 3,456 sq ft and a general attendee cap around 200 for certain setups.

Seating & Events: Seating is first-come, first-served where applicable; there is no published public seating chart. The Singing Tower carillon, with 60 bells, is a centerpiece for concerts and cultural experiences. For groups and tours, El Retiro (Pinewood Estate) tours are offered separately from garden admission.

Transportation & Access: The venue is served by regional transit options; there is no dedicated Bok Tower Gardens transit stop published. Rideshare and local transit are practical ways to reach the site. When planning a visit, consider nearby hotels for a comfortable stay and convenient access to the garden’s events and tours.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1151 Tower Boulevard, Lake Wales, FL 33853.
  • Venue type: Botanical garden and historic site featuring the Singing Tower carillon and Pinewood Estate (El Retiro), with a Visitor Center and on-site dining/shop.
  • Carillon and events: The Singing Tower houses a 60-bell carillon; the site hosts carillon concerts and themed events (e.g., International Carillon Festival).
  • Parking: Grounds and parking lot are open 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; on-site parking is available.
  • Seating/chart: Seating is first-come, first-served and there is no published public seating chart.
  • Nearby hotels: Several options including Hampton Inn & Suites – Lake Wales; Holiday Inn Express – Lake Wales; Courtyard by Marriott – Winter Haven; Best Western Plus – Winter Haven; LEGOLAND Florida-area hotels (Legoland Hotel, Legoland Beach Retreat).
  • Notable events hosted: International Carillon Festival (e.g., Blooms, Bells, and Broadway), Opening Day of the International Carillon Festival, and Dedication Weekend events such as Crossing the Moat.
  • El Retiro: Pinewood Estate is currently referred to as El Retiro; tours are offered and admission is separate from garden admission.
  • Venue capacity (private/event spaces): Outdoor Kitchen (max 60 seated); Olmsted House (max 72 banquet/theater); Magnolia Room (max 120 theater, 80 banquet); Conference Room (max 12); Pinewood Estate (max 125); Visitor Center Lobby/Exhibit Halls (max 120). Total meeting space around 3,456 sq ft with a suggested cap of about 200 attendees for some events.
  • Transit: Local Polk County transit serves the area; Bok Tower Gardens does not publish a dedicated transit stop on-site (use regional transit options or rideshare to the venue).