Experts' Choice Award Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
What the experts agree on
Set on Table Mountain's slopes, Kirstenbosch showcases thousands of indigenous Cape Floral Kingdom species across stunning grounds with scenic trails—experts consistently call it among the world's most beautiful gardens.
“Kirstenbosch Gardens is located on the former estate of Cecil John Rhodes, on the eastern slope of Table Mountain.”
– Michelin Guide
Concierge "Located a ten-minute drive from central Cape Town, this modern Eden is devoted to indigenous plants, and you'll find about 5,000 of South Africa's botanical species here."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Location and unique flora combine to make these 36-hectare botanical gardens among the most beautiful in the world." Full review
Time Out "The grounds have a tangle of walking trails... like the Bath in the Dell, a wild almond hedge planted by Jan van Riebeeck back in the 1600s, and a lane of gigantic yellowwoods." Full review
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Condé Nast Traveler "Perfect for anyone who is a nature-lover or in need of open space." Full review
Afar Magazine "The world-famous botanical garden is a stunning venue, as the sun begins to set over the backside of Table Mountain and the bandshell lights twinkle." Full review
National Geographic "Landscape gardens feature numerous varieties of flora from the Cape Floral Kingdom." Full review
Fodor's "Spectacular in each season, these world-famous gardens showcase stunning South African flora in a magnificent setting." Full review
Frommer's "Established in 1913, Africa's most beautiful garden spread is filled with indigenous wonder—7,000 plant species, many of them rare or threatened" Full review
Time Out "Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town offers visitors the chance to see some of the rarest and most beautiful flowers in the world" Full review
Afar Magazine "Founded in 1913, this famous botanical garden was the first in the world dedicated to its country's own flora. The spectacular, 90-acre plant haven forms part of a nature reserve that..."
