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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Educational & Science; South Africa; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 4 hours

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, nestled at the eastern foothills of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, is a celebrated sanctuary for the conservation of the nation's rich botanical heritage. Established in 1913, it was the first botanical garden in the world dedicated to preserving a country's native flora. Covering diverse biomes, it highlights indigenous plants, particularly the iconic proteas. Administered by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), Kirstenbosch has achieved Level IV arboretum accreditation and is renowned as "The Most Beautiful Garden in Africa." The garden continues to lead in botanical research and environmental stewardship, making it a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.

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Reviews of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

Jess ica

5
Reviewed: 2024-07-02

Amazing place! So many beautiful plants. There is a tree that is the last of the species in the whole world. A new bird of paradise flower that was created to be yellow called Mandela's gold. Such an amazing experience!
Rob Yates

5
Reviewed: 2024-06-28

Special as always. When we are having a stunning winter's day in Cape Town, nothing better than a wander around the Botanical Gardens. Such a great place to unwind, clear your mind, breathe and take in the beauty and views a plenty! Definitely worth a visit at least once a year!
Rhiannon Bell

5
Reviewed: 2024-05-25

Absolutely worth a visit if you’re in Cape Town. This place is massive and just breathtaking! All the flora and fauna you can see here are absolutely beautiful! You can easily spend 2 days here and you still won’t have seen every corner. It’s also the perfect spot to start a good hike up into the mountains. We went in May so it was super quiet!
Xolela Mangcu

5
Reviewed: 2024-05-14

Lovely space with tons of lush lawns and indigenous plants. Beautiful place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and be amongst nature. Tucked in right under the mountain, giving you the perfect backdrop for picture taking and shade from the harsh African sun. Take the family for a picnic for the day and enjoy serenity!
Simon & Alison

5
Reviewed: 2024-03-10

You could spend a whole day at the gardens! The landscape is amazing, and throughout exploring the grounds you get breath taking views. There are maps available to help you navigate around the gardens, as well as specific walks of varying difficulty that can be undertaken and are well sign posted. We went when the weather wasn't too great, but I can imagine it being amazing to have a picnic and just relax. Definitely worth visiting if in Cape Town!