Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Botanical garden Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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What to expect

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located at the eastern foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. The garden is one of 10 National Botanical Gardens covering five of South Africa's six different biomes and administered by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). The garden places a strong emphasis on the cultivation of indigenous plants and includes a large conservatory exhibiting plants from various regions, including savanna, fynbos, and karoo. The garden also features several themed gardens, such as the Peninsula Garden, Water-wise Garden, Fragrance Garden, and Protea Garden, showcasing the diverse flora of the Western Cape. The garden has a rich history, dating back to 1660, and offers guided tours, walking trails, and a variety of plant species to explore

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This family's experience:

Activities: We walked through the tree tops at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Highlights: We enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, and our daughter enjoyed running around and getting fresh air ✨