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Looking for the perfect place to have an outdoor wedding? Look no further than the USF Botanical Gardens.

Weddings/Event Rules
Wedding rehearsals and event set up can be held at the Botanical Gardens during regular Garden hours. This means that rehearsals must be finished by 5 p.m. on Fridays. No exceptions.

The Gardens facilities are limited so it is important to check with Garden staff about electrical usage. Certain large coffee pots and any deep fryers are prohibited.

All wedding clients must leave the Garden as they found it. No silk petals.

Large tents are only put up in the reception area.

The Garden does not provide lights for tents in reception area. The Garden does not provide extension cords.

All food must be removed or secured at the end of the event.

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Reviews of USF Botanical Gardens

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User1653279 Sent on 06/09/2014
5 out of 5 rating
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Karla Sent on 10/25/2008
5 out of 5 rating
What a beautiful location! The garden manager was very helpful in providing advice along the planning process. If I had to do it all over again I would still use the USF Botanical Gardens.
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Kristen Sent on 02/03/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Where else can you have a beautiful outdoor wedding in a garden that is in full bloom at the end of December other than USF botanical gardens in Tampa.

Truly magical venue that I was so happy we found- everything was perfect!
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Ivyia Sent on 10/12/2008
3.8 out of 5 rating
The locations is absolutely gorgeous. Just make sure you schedule specific times to speak with the wedding contact there in person. Email or phone does not work well with them.
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Brandy Sent on 05/14/2010
3.6 out of 5 rating
The venue was beautiful but the staff weren't the most professional. The coordinator could be a little rude at times. The rest of the staff never seemed to know what was going on or cared. However, the site was beautiful and very affordable. If you can get past the staff, the experience on the actual wedding day will be fine.
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Diana Sent on 03/22/2012
3.1 out of 5 rating
Gorgeous garden. Perfect for spring weddings. However, near impossible to reach staff unless you go in in person. Sometimes come across as rude. They are pretty flexible with the decorations and such. Recommended if you can get past the staff.
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