Tranquil Tuesdays

For an hour after general admission closes, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens opens its downtown Sarasota campus exclusively for Tranquil Tuesdays. This recurring initiative reserves the manicured bayfront property for a quiet, sensory-friendly evening stroll free from large crowds and daytime bustle. The private hour provides an inclusive, accommodating outdoor retreat tailored for neurodivergent guests, individuals with sensory processing sensitivities, and anyone seeking a highly subdued natural environment. The initiative allows the community to absorb the diverse botanical collections in an atmosphere of strict peace and quiet.