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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. 10,066 reviews. #1 of 17 things to do in Newlands. Gardens. Write a review. About. Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is internationally acclaimed as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens in the world.
Kirstenbosch grows only indigenous South African plants. The estate covers 528 hectares and supports a diverse fynbos flora and natural forest. The cultivated garden (36 hectares) displays collections of South African plants, particularly those from the winter rainfall region of the country.
Jun 13, 2018 · Situated on the slopes of Table Mountain, just 13km from the city centre, Kirstenbosch includes a fragrance garden, a medicinal garden, 2,500 species of plants found on the Cape Peninsula, a Protea garden (best seen in spring!), a braille trail, and a cycad amphitheatre.
Visiting the spectacular Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. By Callum Evans. Table of Contents. Nestled in the shadow of the eastern slopes of Table Mountain lies one of the most popular and peaceful places for nature lovers in Cape Town – Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens.
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. Cape Town, South Africa, Africa. Top choice in Cape Town. Location and unique flora combine to make these 5.28-sq-km botanical gardens among the most beautiful in the world.
Home » Gardens » Kirstenbosch » Guided Tours. Guided Tours. Free guided tours of the garden take place from Mondays to Fridays at 10h00 and 14h00 and leave from the Visitor’s Centre (Gate 1). The are no guided walks on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Tours are free but garden entry fees apply. Each tour takes approximately 90 minutes.
10,066 reviews. #1 of 17 things to do in Newlands. Gardens. Write a review. About. Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is internationally acclaimed as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens in the world. The 528 hectares estate includes a cultivated garden and a nature reserve.
