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See below for dates and details for upcoming events
Our botanical gardens / nature reserve
A 50 m high quartzite outcrop divides the Garden in two sections. Its frosty south-facing section and the north-facing, warmer section present two different worlds to the visitor and botanist. Paved nature trails give access to the fascinating natural vegetation on the ridge. Fifty hectares of the total area are devoted to developed garden, using almost exclusively South African plants. All the flowering plant species to be seen including 50% of the country's tree species, make this Garden a botanical tapestry, offering the visitor a glimpse of different biomes such as savanna, forest, fynbos and some plants of other biomes. Take a virtual tour of the Garden and enjoy the visual highlights it has to offer.
The Garden is home to more than 198 bird species and a number of reptiles and small mammals such as the common duiker. Download a list of animals found in the Garden. For more information see - Havens of Biodiversity - a booklet describing biodiversity in the 9 National Botanical Gardens
Special features are the tree wisteria ( Bolusanthus speciosus ) avenue and special collections of medicinal plants, cycads, aloes, tree species, succulents and natural ridge vegetation. The green lawns and spreading shade trees in summer and the massed aloe collections that blaze into flower during winter, are just some of the seasonal features that draw visitors to our Garden.
Music concerts & garden picnics
We also host a variety of music concerts where you and your family can enjoy hand-in hand with a picnic
Guided tours
General guided walks of the Garden and specialist sections, such as the Medicinal Garden, can be arranged for groups (max 25ppl). Normal entry fees apply during weekdays & additional fees on weekends charged. Donations towards the Garden Development Fund are welcomed.
Gift shop
Pay a visit to the JeNoPa Gift & Book Shop in the new Visitors' Centre, next to the exit of the Garden. This shop is privately operated by Mrs Nomsa Seipotlana. She sells a wide range of African curios, books and gifts.
Times: 9am-5pm weekdays, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm
Family friendly restaurant
The Mokha Restaurant is a privately owned company situated within the Pretoria National Botanical Garden. What makes it special is its sit-down deck that overlooks the wetland. From here one has a spectacular view of the Garden. It can be accessed via the visitor parking area and can seat between 250 and 300 people.
* Breakfast, lunch and dinner
* weddings, year-end functions, corporate functions, book launches or any other events
* Catering services are available
Times: Mon-Fri 8am, Tues- Senior citizen discount of 20%
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