Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

See the beautiful and highly diverse flowers and plants of the Cape in one of the most stunning botanical gardens in the world. Plants from every South African bioregion are displayed. These include a huge baobab tree, rare succulents from the Richtersveld, as well as fascinating medicinal species. Several paths meander throughout the garden. There are also many restaurants, an indigenous nursery and a gift shop located here. At certain times of the year there are concerts and performances in the open air amphitheatre. There is art frequently on display, including large Shona stone sculptures from Zimbabwe. The gardens are also home to the National Biodiversity Institute. The garden is special because it changes dramatically every season. You will see different birds, new flowers, etc. In the summer, sunset concerts feature excellent international and local music acts in various genres. Enter early to find a good spot on the grass amphitheatre. Come along for a picnic and revel in the music of the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, popular local artists and rock bands.

• outdoors
• family

Address

Rhodes Dr, Newlands

Hours

daily 08:00-18:00 (19:00 September to March). Guided tours depart from Gate 1 Mon-Fri at 10:00, 11:00 and 14:00 and Sat 10:00, and from Gate 2 at 11:00 Mon-Fri and Sat 10:00

Price

for adults, for children

Website

sanbi.org (opens in a new tab)