Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is internationally acclaimed as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens …
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Jan 31, 2025
This was our first visit and what an amazing stunning place We took a few hours walking sitting and eating So we'll kept A must visit Full review by Sheree S
Jan 26, 2025
These gardens are just too beautiful. A must for nature lovers. They are well maintained and stunning. Has a variety of flowers and plants that were just truly amazing. Will definitely visit again wi… Full review by MohamedS396
Jan 13, 2025
2 years ago this place was great, but unfortunately this garden is not properly maintained anymore :( We've been coming here for 15 years Full review by Safari23656333015
Hey i would like to do picnic how much is the fee for 2 adult & can i bring a wine
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Hello, I dont know about wine sińce it a public place, but I saw people sitting on the grass. Better contact them for morę info. Ticket for one person was something about 100 rands.
I have seen large family groups in the gardens previously - there doesn't seem to be a limit as such, and of course each person pays an entrance fee. There's a lot of space available so …
I have seen large family groups in the gardens previously - there doesn't seem to be a limit as such, and of course each person pays an entrance fee. There's a lot of space available so it's a case of picking your spot and setting everything up. I cannot imagine the park objecting so long as the group respects others around, the park environment etc. Clearly there's no braii's allowed or facilities for one either.
Does one need to book tickets for Kirstenbosch if one is a member of the Botanical Society? Or can one just use one's digital membership card to gain entry?
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I don't have a card but you can phone the gardens office. I am a visitor and make use of a Tuesday free entry for Pensioners.
Could you enter for the day and stay to see a concert if you have tickets for the concert
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Yes I am sure you can. We have been to a few concerts and you only show your tickets in the concert area. I would think you would still need to pay to get into the gardens but it’s not …
Yes I am sure you can. We have been to a few concerts and you only show your tickets in the concert area. I would think you would still need to pay to get into the gardens but it’s not that expensive.
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SANBI does not sell seed of indigenous plants from the Seedroom at Kirstenbosch, nor are seeds supplied for free to members of the Botanical Society of South Africa.
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