Stellenbosch Botanical Gardens

Stellenbosch Botanical Garden, situated in the heart of Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is the oldest university botanical garden in South Africa. Here, visitors can stroll through diverse plant collections, admire tropical and arid glasshouses, discover medicinal and edible species, and relax on shaded lawns. The garden also features a renowned bonsai collection, a botanical café, and a gift shop. Significantly, it is accredited by Botanic Gardens Conservation International, contributing to global conservation efforts, and serves as a centre for education and research under Stellenbosch University, making it both a leisure attraction and a hub of scientific importance.