Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden

Such a pretty place! You almost forget that you are in the middle of a town! Beautiful gardens to take an after lunch stroll. Lots of shaded places. Grab a coffee at the restaurant or a souvenir at the shop. Take a book and enjoy a peaceful moment on one of the many benches or shaded nooks. Entrance fee is R15.

An absolute Gemini the heart of Stellenbosch. Break up your wine tour with a trip to the botanical gardens. I had a wonderful time walking through the pathways, greenhouses, bonsai collection and gallery. Followed with a relaxed light lunch at the cafe, where I really enjoyed their home made iced tea. The vibe is very chilled, and it's a great way to spend a few hours.

This place is incredibly affordable and set in a truly beautiful location. The grounds are fun to explore, with winding paths and hidden corners that invite curiosity. We had a great time wandering through the gardens and taking some really lovely photos. The gift shop looked charming and full of interesting finds, but unfortunately it was closed during our visit. The staff we did encounter were friendly and welcoming, which added a nice touch to the experience. Some of the greenhouses were closed or had already shut for the day, which was a bit of a letdown. It would have been wonderful to see more of them. A scavenger hunt or a bit of trivia along the paths would have made the walk even more engaging and interactive. Overall, it was a memorable visit with a lot of potential for even more magic.

I always enjoy taking a stroll through the garden — it’s peaceful, with a wide variety of plant species to admire. It’s great to see that there are several upgrades and improvements currently underway throughout the gardens. However, some areas could benefit from a bit more maintenance, as parts of the garden feel a little dilapidated and unkempt. Still, it remains a beautiful and worthwhile place to visit.

Always a lovely place to take in nature in the heart of Stellenbosch. Well maintained and a lovely variety of indemic plant species 😀

Beautiful gardens in the middle of Stellenbosch. It’s not big at all, but there are a lot of amazing plants crammed into it. We went while there was a market, but that shouldn’t have to be the reason for going. There’s also a little coffee shop selling pancakes and other stuff.

It is a relatively small but beautiful botanical garden. It has a bonsai collection and quite a few varieties of succulents. There’s a small gift shop, that has many beautiful handmade items, some of which fund the botanical garden. I wish there was a bigger selection of plants on sale or seeds from the garden. The veggie garden raised bed containers were disappointingly empty.

Fabulous and peaceful spot in the heart of Stellenbosch. Explore the well kept and fascinating gardens, the art, the shops, enjoy a sandwich and coffee or tea with freshly baked scones, sit on a bench and read a book, marvel at the bonsai collection. A great garden to escape the pressures of the day. Nominal entrance fee. Lots of parking.