Parks and gardens in Cape Town

Cape Town’s green spaces range from the UNESCO-listed Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, showcasing indigenous Cape flora at the foot of Table Mountain, to the historic Company’s Garden, established in 1652 as a victualling station. Urban retreats like De Waal Park and Arderne Gardens offer collections of exotic trees and heritage landmarks, while Green Point Park features a dedicated biodiversity garden. These sites preserve the region's botanical heritage and provide essential recreational space across the city.

Cape Town Parks & Gardens — Map

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Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Kirstenbosch is an important botanical garden nestled at the eastern foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town.

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B

Company's Garden

The Company's Garden is the oldest garden in South Africa, a park and heritage site located in central Cape Town.

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De Waal Park

De Waal Park is a public park and heritage site in the Oranjezicht suburb of Cape Town. The park,

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Jack Muller and Danie Uys Park

The Jack Muller Danie Uys Park is a municipal park situated in Boston, Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa.

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Arderne Gardens

Visit these beautiful gardens patrolled by security and enjoy their beauty. A nice place where you can spend an afternoon.

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Green Point Park

Green Point Common, is a park in Green Point, Cape Town, in South Africa, where numerous playing fields and a golf course are situated.

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The Maze

A hedge maze located within Green Point Park, designed for interactive exploration within the city's urban green space.

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Rose Garden

Located at the historic Vergelegen Wine Estate, this garden features thousands of rose bushes across multiple varieties, typically in peak bloom from October to April.

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Camphors

A grove of five Camphor trees planted around 1700 by Willem Adriaan van der Stel, designated as South African Champion Trees for their age and historical significance.

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