Explore the Lush Oasis of USF Botanical Gardens

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, input the address '12210 USF Pine Drive, Tampa, FL 33612' into your GPS or navigation app. From downtown Tampa, take I-275 North. Take exit 51B for Bearss Avenue. Turn left onto Bearss Avenue, and then right onto Bruce B. Downs Blvd. After about 1 mile, turn left onto USF Pine Drive. The entrance to the gardens will be on your left. Parking is available on-site, and there may be a small fee for parking.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, you can take the HART bus service. Board the bus route 5 or 8 from downtown Tampa heading towards the University of South Florida. Get off at the stop nearest to USF, which is likely to be on campus. From there, it is about a 10-minute walk to the gardens. Follow the signs to USF Pine Drive, and the botanical gardens will be located within the university campus. Note that bus fares are typically around $2.00 for a one-way trip.

• Rideshare Services

  Using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft is another convenient option. Simply enter 'USF Botanical Gardens' or '12210 USF Pine Drive, Tampa, FL 33612' as your destination in the app. Depending on your starting location in the Tampa Bay Area, the cost may vary, but expect to pay between $10 to $25 for a ride from downtown Tampa. This method is particularly useful if you are traveling with a group or prefer not to navigate public transit.