Key West Botanical Garden

Trade the energy of downtown Key West for a quiet walk beneath a canopy of tropical trees at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden. Located on Stock Island just outside the heart of Key West, this 15.2-acre conservation garden offers a peaceful place to slow down, explore and discover another side of the Florida Keys.

Unlike a traditional botanical garden filled with manicured flower beds, this is a living subtropical forest focused on the native plants, wildlife and natural habitats of the Keys. In fact, it is the only frost-free botanical garden in the continental United States.

Explore the Natural Side of Key West

Wander along shaded paths beneath palms and tropical trees, explore butterfly habitats and wetlands, and keep an eye out for the birds, butterflies, turtles and other wildlife that make their home here.

The garden is an important stopping point for migratory birds traveling between North and South America and is home to rare Florida Keys species. Visitors can also explore freshwater ponds, native plant collections and self-guided educational areas while learning more about the unique ecosystem of the Florida Keys.

For families, nature lovers and anyone looking for a quieter break from sightseeing along Duval Street, the garden offers an easy way to spend a few hours outdoors without ever leaving the Key West area.

More Than a Garden

The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden has been part of the island community since 1936. Today, its mission extends beyond providing a beautiful place to visit. The nonprofit garden works to preserve native vegetation, protect wildlife habitat and educate visitors about the plants and ecosystems found throughout South Florida, Cuba and the Caribbean.

Depending on when you visit, you may also find special programs and events on the calendar, including yoga in the garden, children's programs, educational events and native plant sales.

A Quieter Side of the Keys

Key West may be best known for colorful streets, historic homes, sunsets and lively waterfronts, but its natural surroundings are just as much a part of the island's story. A visit to the Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden offers a chance to step away from the crowds, wander beneath the trees and experience the plants and wildlife that make the Florida Keys unlike anywhere else.