So I love to travel, my wallet does not. My wallet laughs and says you can take a walk around the park! However, just because I cannot travel everywhere I want doesn't mean we can't enjoy the sites and sounds from around the world. HISTORY FACT'S! Sunken Gardens began in 1903 when a gardener purchased land which is located in historic St Petersburg, Florida. The land included a lake which was below sea level and when it was drained created the Sunken Garden! However, per the sign at the bottom center of the garden it states that it was a sinkhole not a lake. When the Gardens first opened to the public entry was only 25 cents and even today family yearly passes are priced so the entire family can come visit! In 1999 St. Pete purchased the Gardens and it is now registered with the national registry of historic places. The Garden also boasts over fifty thousand different flowers and plants. It also offers, events, weddings and educational classes and program