An oasis of green shade, ideal for a stroll, the century-old Botanical Gardens at the south end of Victoria extend for six hectares (15 acres), planted with a wide variety of indigenous and exotic trees, including the Seychelles islands' unique 'coco de mer' palms. The orchid garden is particularly lovely. There is a restaurant and souvenir shop in the Gardens.

Address: Mont Fleuri Road, Victoria

E-mail: boga@seychelles.net

Website: www.bgci.org

Telephone: +248 670 500

Opening times: Daily 8am-5pm.

Admission: €5; residents are free