Durban Botanic Gardens
World-famous botanic gardens with plant collections and amphitheatre.
4.5
from 8159 Google reviews
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About the garden
Opening times
16 September - 15 April Every Day 07:30 - 17:45 16 April - 15 September Every Day 07:30 - 17:15
Useful details
Garden area
37.1 Acres
Dog walking
Yes - Dogs on leads.
Cafe or restaurant
Food and drink facilities include a food stall.
Family
Yes - Children of all ages.
Wheelchair access
Mostly accessible (many paths flat and paved).
Shops
Yes - There is a gift shop.
Wheelchair hire
Wheelchairs are available for hire. Yes, at the Information Office, for free.
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Google reviews
4.5
from 8159 Google reviews
T Boros
2 months ago
5
Amazing place for taking a walk, sitting down on the grass on a blanket, having a picnic, or practicing nature photography. There are quite a few bird species that can be observed by bird-lovers, especially near the pond inside the gardens. The area is kept neat and clean, and it is safe to walk around. You can also find places to buy water, soft drinks, coffee and ice-cream. Definitely one of the best places to visit in Durban for a chilled weekend!
Ravi Singh
a month ago
5
Durban Botanic Gardens (est 1849), is the most enjoyable place to relax. Neat and clean, enjoy a picnic lunch on their sprawling lawns or on the lake edge, feed the ducks or fish or just enjoy a quite spot to catch up on your favorite novel. Tea garden and restaurant on site both with tasty eats. Conference venue available. Saturday is a day to watch all the newly weds photos shoots. A must is to buy yourself that special large coffee and take a guide tour on a golf cart which I recently did, and been there many times before, this was a new look at the gardens, it open a new side, the guide was very informative, you get to see one of the most expensive trees in the world's which is under 24 hours surveillance with cameras and security and a must view is the kissing tree. There are also live concerts held at the lake. Plenty of secure parking, with clean facilities. My favorite time to visit is early in the week, when the park is quite as if I have it all to my self. Enjoy with good company or a quite place for some alone time. A must visit when in Durban.
Keanon Narrandes
4 months ago
4
A pleasant, peaceful, and quiet place. Perfect for picnics, morning/evening walks, or reading a book. This garden also has a good coffee shop, and can also host events such as weddings or parties. The garden is well maintained and always kept neat. Entrance is free, and staff are always friendly.
Ishana Sing Rathilall
9 months ago
4
The trail of lights at the Botanical Gardens in Durban 2021 was absolutely magical. It was nicely spaced out through the entire garden. Gave you a lovely warm festive feeling. It's an experience for everyone. The food court was a good thought with a variety of stalls- coffee, ice cream, Mexican food, indian food, burgers, pizzas, slush drinks, snacks like popcorn and candy floss. It did get a bit overwhelming at the food court around 8pm with the last lot of people walking in. Overall it was a nice night out and the weather was perfect too.
Juane van Eeden
5 months ago
5
Whether your just visiting or residing near Durban, this is a must see! No entry fee, although if you're up to giving a little support, a donation is always welcome. Perfect for walking the dogs, a day out with family, a photoshoot, a lovely picnic or even just taking it all in ( I even saw a group of people enjoying themselves with a morning meditation session) . Loads of old/large trees, beautiful plants and information boards. Also a lot of very good artworks to reflect upon. Affordable gift shop and duck food available at the entrance.