Durban Botanic Gardens

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(1.2K) · Botanical garden in Durban, South Africa
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Established in 1849, this 15-hectare garden is the oldest surviving botanic garden on the African continent. Our core values are centred around …

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Jan 17, 2025
We were enthusiastically taken on a tour by a passionate, friendly Bot Gdns expert, Vishnu, who introduced us to fascinating facts of beautiful plants from the vantage point of a Golf cart. He shared… Full review by Travel41521958144
Oct 11, 2024
Had a very beautiful day.very calm and peaceful day.Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.Thanks to our guide vishnu. We saw very amazing plants which we had never heardy about. Full review by Pioneer33565540455
Sep 30, 2024
This place was amazing, me and my family enjoyed our time there a lot. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. Full review by Paradise31584068659
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How much ticket price
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Its Free To enter
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Answer by A I · Feb 26, 2021
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Times of operation? Possible to take in sights in a couple of hours? or less? or more? Transportation to and from Garden?
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Morning. The gardens opens at 7:30 in the morning and the entrance is free. Look up the Durban botanical gardens on the internet, they have a lovely brochure with all the details.
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Are they open on Friday / Saturday and how far is it from Pavilion hotel, can I drive myself there
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Yes you can and plenty of parking do try the crumpets with cream and syrup
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Ticket prices
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Entry to the Durban Botanical Gardens is free but you pay R50 per person for the Trail of Lights - absolute bargain!
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What is the entrance fee to the Gardens?
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Entrance is free but we appreciate donations.
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