1. KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDENS

This is one of the most important tourist attractions in Cape Town, and is home to thousands of indigenous plants and small animals. This must be one of the first places you visit when you visit South Africa. There is a beautiful restaurant on site, but picnics are also allowed if you prefer to bring your own drinks and snacks. The entrance fee is very reasonable considering the value for money.

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2. ARDERNE GARDENS

The gardens were first established by Ralph Henry in 1830 who wanted to move to Australia, but decided to stay in the Cape when he saw how beautiful it was en route to his destination. The gardens are a blend of exotic and indigenous plants, and contains trees from all around the world.
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3. VERGELEGEN WINE FARM

The Vergelegen Wine farm is located in Somerset West and is arguably the location of the second most significant garden in the Western Cape. Developed and nurtured over 4 generations, the gardens are well established and include 7 Camphor trees that are over 300 years old. An octogonal courtyard contains roses as well as many indigenous annuals and perennials. An absolute must see if you love parks and gardens. Visit TOP-ARCHITECTS to view other flower gardens and picnic spots.

4. BABYLONSTOREN ORGANIC GARDEN

The gardens at Babylonstoren are located on a historic wine farm just South of Paarl. The gardens are nourished with organic fertilizers. The restaurant on site makes use of the flourishing vegetable and herb gardens. Visit the site ARCHITECTCAPEDUTCH for more spectacular public parks with year round flower blossoms.

5. JORDAAN WINE FARM

This wine farm is situated in a pristine location on a hidden road behind Devon Valley just outside of Stellenbosch. Enjoy wine tasting while overlooking the lake and vineyards. Visit CAPETOWNSPLENDOUR for stunning architecture attractions in Cape Town.

6. DELAIRE

During summer the Agapanthus flowers come in to full bloom, creating a bright purple carpet around the beautiful modern buildings that overlook Simonsberg and Drakenstein mountains. CAPETOWNSPLENDOUR for stunning garden and lifestyle estates.

7. WEBERSBURG

Although this is officially a historic wine farm, it feels like a park, and has plenty to eat and drink while overlooking the magnificent views of the lake and Helderberg Mountain.

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8. VREDENHEIM

This beautiful garden is located on the historical wine farm of Vredenheim. The careful design of the lplanted areas, makes for a garden that is in bloom almost all year around. This is one of the best jkept secrets in Cape Town.

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9. GREENPOINT URBAN PARK

A curious feature of Cape Dutch architecture is the dovecot. This was a small rectangular building with two courtyards on the wings and is thought to have house doves and chickens. There are only three extant examples of the dovecot remaining. This one is to be found at Alphen Hotel.

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