Seychelles National Botanical Gardens
Jardin Botanique National
A century-old botanical garden on the south side of Victoria, where you can get close to coco de mer palms, Aldabra giant tortoises and Seychelles fruit bats.
Founded in 1901 on about 6 hectares, the garden collects Seychelles endemic and other tropical plants. Its most popular attraction is the coco de mer palm, where you can see both the male and female trees and the enormous double-lobed fruit. The grounds also include an Aldabra giant tortoise enclosure, an orchid garden, and Seychelles fruit bats that often hang from the treetops. Entry costs about 10 euros. The garden is roughly a 15-minute walk south of central Victoria, making it a good choice for visitors who won't have time for Vallée de Mai to get acquainted with the coco de mer first.
Opening hours
Daily 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Victoria Clock Tower & Market
- Copolia Trail
- Mission Ruins of Venn's Town
- Beau Vallon Beach
- Morne Seychellois National Park
- Sainte Anne Marine National Park
- Port Launay Marine National Park
- Anse Major Trail