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Pretoria National Botanical GardenvsNational Zoological Gardens of South Africa
Both are highly recommended by writers. Overall, National Zoological Gardens of South Africa ranks significantly better than Pretoria National Botanical Garden. National Zoological Gardens of South Africa is ranked #4 in Pretoria with positive reviews from 3 publications such as Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
Pretoria National Botanical Garden
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
2 Cussonia Ave, Brummeria, Pretoria, South Africa
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Fodor's "Natural grassland and lawns fringed by indigenous flowers provide a welcome contrast to city life in Pretoria." Full review
Afar Magazine "The garden is 76ha of pristine natural beauty which is divided in two by a 35 metre high quartzite ridge, creating 2 totally different botanical worlds." Full review
Lonely Planet "Around 9km east of the city centre, these gardens cover 7700 sq m and are planted with indigenous flora from around the country." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Home to more than 7,000 species, Kirstenbosch is a prime place to see the flora and fauna of the Cape Floral Kingdom" Full review
National Zoological Gardens of South Africa Fodor's Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
232 Boom Street, Pretoria 0002, South Africa
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Fodor's "The city's zoo, covering nearly 200 acres, is considered one of the world's best, with about 9,000 animals from almost every continent (including rare Komodo dragons, the world's largest lizards)." Full review
Lonely Planet "There’s a reptile park and an aquarium here, as well as a vast collection of exotic trees and plenty of picnic spots." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"The spacious and well-designed National Zoological Gardens or Pretoria Zoo (one of the largest in the country) are home to over 8,000 animals." Full review
