Constantia, Cape Town · Western Cape · Picnic spot

Kirstenbosch picnic lawns

  • FeeR110
  • Hours08:00–19:00 September–March. 08:00–18:00 April–August.
  • DogsNot allowed
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The Twelve Apostles mountain range above the Atlantic seaboard, Cape Town
Cape Town region · representative photograph, not this specific trail

Grassed picnic lawns at the entrance to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, shaded by mature trees with views up to Table Mountain's back table. Popular for the Sunday summer concerts. Official visitor page (2026–27): South African and SADC adults R110 with ID; cash is not accepted. Garden open 08:00–19:00 September–March and 08:00–18:00 April–August. Pets are not permitted. Confirm the live tariff on the official page — international and African-national rates differ.

Before you go, read Picnic spots in Cape Town guide.

Other listings in Constantia: Cecilia Forest Waterfall Trail , Constantia Nek - De Villiers Dam Circuit , Groot Constantia Estate Picnics , Nursery Ravine , Skeleton Gorge .

Questions

Are dogs allowed at Kirstenbosch Picnic Lawns?
Dogs are not allowed at Kirstenbosch Picnic Lawns.
What does Kirstenbosch Picnic Lawns cost?
Entry is listed from R110. Confirm current pricing with the reserve or operator, as fees change.
When is Kirstenbosch Picnic Lawns open?
08:00–19:00 September–March. 08:00–18:00 April–August.
Where do you park for Kirstenbosch Picnic Lawns?
Free parking at Gates 1, 2 and 3. Fills quickly during summer concerts.

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Nearby on the map

From this pin: Nursery Ravine (same gate); Skeleton Gorge (same gate); Cecilia Forest Waterfall Trail 2.1 km; Constantia Nek - De Villiers Dam Circuit 3.6 km.

The Twelve Apostles mountain range above the Atlantic seaboard, Cape Town
Cape Town region · representative photo, not this trail

Nursery Ravine

Constantia, Cape Town · same gate · hard

SANBI’s steep, mostly stepped climb from Kirstenbosch — the usual descent after Skeleton Gorge, under Castle Rock.

  • No dogs
  • 08:00–19:00 September–March. 08:00–18:00 April–August.
Entry from R110
The Twelve Apostles mountain range above the Atlantic seaboard, Cape Town
Cape Town region · representative photo, not this trail

Skeleton Gorge

Constantia, Cape Town · same gate · hard

SANBI’s Smuts Track from the Kirstenbosch Fragrance Garden — about 5.5 hours up and down, ladders and a stream-bed scramble.

  • No dogs
  • 08:00–19:00 September–March. 08:00–18:00 April–August.
Entry from R110
The Twelve Apostles mountain range above the Atlantic seaboard, Cape Town
Cape Town region · representative photo, not this trail

Cecilia Forest Waterfall Trail

Constantia, Cape Town · 2.1 km away

TMNP forest walk from the Rhodes Drive car park to seasonal Cecilia Waterfall — My Activity for dogs, no SANParks-published kilometre figure.

  • Dogs OK
The Twelve Apostles mountain range above the Atlantic seaboard, Cape Town
Cape Town region · representative photo, not this trail

Constantia Nek - De Villiers Dam Circuit

Constantia, Cape Town · 3.6 km away

A busier, relatively safe loop from Constantia Nek past a mountain dam.

  • Dogs OK

Hike at your own risk. Trail conditions change — weather, fire damage, water crossings and rockfalls can make a route unsafe with little or no notice. Distance, difficulty and other details here are compiled from public sources and may be outdated. Always verify current conditions with the relevant park or reserve authority before setting out, and hike within your own ability.