The Company Gardens

European settlers built the Company Gardens to grow produce to sell to ships passing by the Cape on their way to India. The garden was called "The Company's Garden" because ships sent by the Dutch East India Company would halt there after months at sea to stock up on fresh vegetables. The park has walking pathways, and there is a lot of wildlife there. The urban park, referred to as Cape Town's "green lung," is simple to get to yet sometimes ignored by tourists. The oldest gardens in South Africa, with a number of historical elements and a few fascinating museums. The gardens have something to offer everyone, whether you set out to discover the hidden gems of the garden or prefer to relax in the serene shadow of a large tree. It can be seen as one of the Best Places to Visit in Cape Town.

Friendly squirrels can be found in the Company Gardens and will approach you for treats. Purchase a bag of peanuts to hand feed the friendly animals, where you may also see a variety of other species, such as geese and herons. At the aviary, there are even more birds to see.

Explore walkways surrounded with trees while observing towering rubber trees, peculiar gingko trees, and the oldest tree in South Africa, the saffron pear tree! The ancient Rutherford Fountain, which dates back to 1864, is one of the gorgeous fountains that you can admire while lounging next to pretty ponds. The South African Museum, Cape Town Holocaust Center, and South African National Gallery are all inside the gardens and are great for history buffs and art fans, respectively.

Address: 19 Victoria St Cape Town 7945

Phone: +27 21 423 2919

Opening hours: 7 am - 7 pm

Rating: 4.0/5.0, 1733 Tripadvisor reviews

Website: http://thecompanysgarden.com/