On weekends the Maloof Skate Plaza in Kimberley throbs with skateboarders of all ages, particularly youngsters who come to learn how to skateboard or to hone their skills at this world-class facility. Since opening in 2011, it has attracted increasing numbers of skate enthusiasts from around the world. more

Shepstone Gardens, a tranquil green haven in the heart of old Johannesburg, is one of the city’s best-kept secrets. If you’re planning a wedding, a party, a private function of any kind, or just want to get away from the bustle of city life, then choose these idyllic gardens. more

Emmarentia Dam in Johannesburg’s northern suburbs offers an excellent retreat from the urban jungle that surrounds it, whether you are a watersports enthusiast, fishing fanatic or simply looking for some peace and tranquility. A large variety of avian life inhabits the area around the dam that borders the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens. more

The Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens is perfect for those longing to get away from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg without having to travel too far. Visit a wonderful waterfall and unwind in the company of many birds and animals. more

The KwaZulu-Natal Botanical Gardens in Pietermaritzburg boast many rare species of plants and birds indigenous to the province. There are also many plant species that attest to the gardens' Victorian past: the magnificent Plane Tree Avenue is awe-inspiring. more

South Africa's many botanical gardens provide a home to various indigenous and endangered plants. The diversity of these botanical gardens is what makes them such prime tourist attractions. Whatever your itinerary in South Africa might be, try visit at least one of our botanical gardens. more

The Pretoria Botanical Gardens sprawl out over 70ha in the eastern suburbs of the Jacaranda City. A haven of biodiversity, the garden supports a thriving wildlife population that includes antelope, bushbabies and mongooses. It’s also a prime spot from which to view the annual white butterfly migration. more

The Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens truly deserve being the best-known of South Africa's 9 national botanical gardens, thanks to its stunning scenery, diverse flora and themed gardens. These botanical gardens, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are a must-see for anyone visiting Cape Town. more

The Karoo Desert Botanical Gardens are set on this unique ecosystem's south-western boundary, just outside the town of Worcester. It's conveniently close to Cape Town and boasts masses of succulents and stunning desert wild flowers. If you're in the area, it's a must-see. more

The Johannesburg Botanical Gardens, which include the popular Emmarentia Dam, cover 81ha of parkland. Formerly a bare sports fields, the gardens are now among the city's loveliest and botanically diverse public spaces. Popular with joggers and picnickers, the gardens also provide the perfect photographic backdrop for newly-weds. more

The Harold Porter Botanical Gardens are set against the mountains and coastline near Hermanus, in the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. Lose yourself amidst its vast collection of fynbos and, in spring, don't miss the flowering King protea, South Africa's national flower. more

The Free State Botanical Gardens pay homage to the abundant indigenous flora found not only in this province, but also in its neighbours, the Northern Cape and Lesotho. Botanical enthusiasts will enjoy exploring the 6 distinctive gardens as well as its wilderness hiking trails. more

Escape to the serenity of the Durban Botanical Gardens and tantalise your senses with a diversity of flora and fauna, from orchids, palms, ferns and cycads to a plethora of birds and reptiles. Indulge in an old-fashioned high-tea with scones or an open-air concert at the lake. more

Journey to the remote Hantam Botanical Gardens in the Karoo, where endangered flower species attract tourists from all over the world each year. David Attenborough has visited, as has the former director of London's famous Kew Gardens, Sir Ghillean Prance, who declared the gardens 'a botanical treasure of international importance'. more