Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

The Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens are a component of the Cape Floristic Area UNESCO World Heritage site and are located in a lovely location on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. One of the earliest botanical gardens in the world with this goal, the location was one of Cecil Rhodes' bequests to the state in 1902, and the gardens were built there in 1913.

At the steep 528-hectare nature reserve of indigenous woodland and fynbos, more over 20,000 native South African plant species are collected, grown, and studied. A hedge of wild almond trees established by John van Riebeeck in 1660 and an avenue of camphor and fig trees erected by Cecil Rhodes in 1898 are of particular historical relevance in the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. The arrangement of the flowers, bushes, and trees creates a display of blossoms and color that cheers up the gardens all year long.

Proteas, a perfumed garden, a large collection of cycads, the sculpture garden, and the Botanical Society Conservatory, a specially constructed greenhouse with plants from arid places, are not to be missed. The wooded slopes are traversed by well-marked routes, and the Tree Canopy Walkway offers sweeping views of the gardens with mountains in the background. To reach Table Mountain's peak, one of the trails passes across a ravine. Outdoor concerts can be held in the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens' gardens during the summer.

A haven of exotic trees, flowers, aviaries, and ponds in the middle of the city, Company's Garden is a must-see for those with a green thumb and a love of gardens. While here, tourists can also explore the Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium and the Iziko National Gallery.

Address: Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town

Phone: +27 21 799 8783

Opening hours: 8 am - 7 pm

Rating: 4.5/5.0, 9990 Tripadvisor reviews

Website: https://www.sanbi.org/gardens/kirstenbosch/