Dive into the heart of Cape Town with this Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Company's Gardens. Perfect for curious adventurers and history enthusiasts alike, this tour weaves through the city's pivotal historical landscape. This audio-led experience will guide you through places where past merges with present in an 8-hectare botanical treasure dating back 350 years.
The journey begins at the statue of Jan Smuts, on the corner of Adderley Street and Wale Street, setting the stage for a walk through South Africa's colonial and cultural evolution. As you stroll, your route delves into the scenic sprawl of the gardens, past the South African Museum to the National Library, painting a rich tapestry of Cape Town's heritage. Throughout the tour, you can pause, replay, and explore at your own pace, ensuring you don't miss a single story or sight.
En route, encounters with statues, monuments, and an array of botanical wonders await. From the sweet notes of birds to the silent strength of an ancient yellowwood tree, the tour promises a multi-sensory memory, culminating in stunning marble sculptures and historical book collections that sit at the city's literary heart. Wrap up your experience enriched with the vibrant essence of Cape Town's esteemed Company's Gardens.