Kirstenbosch Gardens has been described as one of the world's best botanical and horticultural institutions. It is located on the slopes of Table Mountain and boasts an enormous collection of both plant and bird life. On the 560 ha grows more than 6000 species of trees and plants. Visitor facilities include a restaurant, a souvenir shop, nursery, and a Centre for Home Gardening. In the summertime, the sunset concerts held every Sunday afternoons are very popular with locals and tourists alike. (Updated Apr-18)

Open Daily: Summer 08:00 to 19:00 (September to March); Winter from 08:00 to 18:00 (April to August)

From the Cape Town City Centre, take the M3 toward Muizenberg. Just follow the signs, Kirstenbosch is on your right.

ACCOMMODATION:
There is a Manor Guesthouse with comfortable rooms and catering for weddings and functions. (Jun-15).

INFORMATION AND POSTAL SERVICES:
The contact added is for the own information center and an education centre if visitors would want an in depth knowledge of the plants and flowers of the beautiful garden. (Jun-15).

POLICE:
The nearest Police station is the SAPS Claremont, Tel : +27(0)21 657 2250. (Jun-15)

RESTAURANT:
There are three different restaurants, each in a different location and with a distinctive menu. (Jun-15).

OTHER:
For hospital, doctors, fuel, shopping, vehicle repairs and tyre repairs visit Claremont. (Jun-15).

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