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Voortrekker Monument ©
Monument
Voortrekker Monument , Pretoria
4.5
An imposing granite structure near Pretoria, Voortrekker Monument remains dedicated to the Dutch settlers of the Eastern Cape, whose emigrati
Tours from $52
Gold Reef City ©
Casino
Gold Reef City , Johannesburg
4.0
A themed entertainment complex, Gold Reef City remains best known for its 1880s-reminiscent architecture, numerous amusement park rides, and
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Apartheid Museum ©
Specialty Museum
Apartheid Museum , Johannesburg
4.5
To better understand the rich and turbulent history of South Africa, pay a visit to Apartheid Museum. Founded in 2001, the museum explores th
Tours from $16
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Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour
4.9
Duration: 8 to 9 hours
This tour is unique because you will get to see the beautiful city called the city of gold and have full experience of historical and city sightseeing of Soweto and Johannesburg. See some of the most important locations in South Africa along with an informative friendly guide to take you on this experience you will never forget in an hurry.
Book on Viator from $84
Union Buildings ©
Historic Site
Union Buildings , Pretoria
4.1
Visit the modern day acropolis of Union Buildings, the official seat of the South African government that overlooks the city. The neo-classic
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Montecasino ©
Casino
Montecasino , Sandton
4.3
Light entertainment and high culture come together at Montecasino, known for its fine dining and live performances. Opened in 2000, the compl

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4.9
Duration: 8 to 9 hours
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4.6
Duration: 60 to 90 minutes
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FROM $93 BOOK WITH VIATOR Half Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria Half Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria
4.7
Duration: 5 hours
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5.0
Duration: 9 hours
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FROM $188 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cradle of Humankind Tour combined with a Lion Safari from Johannesburg Cradle of Humankind Tour combined with a Lion Safari from Johannesburg
4.9
Duration: 10 hours
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FROM $63 BOOK WITH VIATOR Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum
4.9
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
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FROM $63 BOOK WITH VIATOR Johannesburg Half Day City Tour Johannesburg Half Day City Tour
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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5.0
Duration: 1 hour
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FROM $96 BOOK WITH VIATOR Apartheid History Of Johannesburg or Cape Town Tailor-made Experience (Your way) Apartheid History Of Johannesburg or Cape Town Tailor-made Experience (Your way)
4.8
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Pretoria

3.8
Monuments · Historic Sites · Nature & Parks
A hub of research and education, Pretoria remains a quiet city filled with significant historic buildings and fascinating museums. What visitors remember most from their Pretoria vacation is the city's cultural diversity and architectural inventiveness. As you sightsee in Pretoria, you'll observe buildings that combine 19th-century British, German, and Dutch colonial designs with various modern influences. Popular places to visit in Pretoria include botanical and zoological gardens, forts, monuments, government institutions, as well as temples and churches of all major religions. Whether you only want to go to Pretoria, or have a whole adventure planned, Klarna Trips has you covered with our user-friendly South Africa travel route planner.

Side trips from Pretoria

Apartheid Museum ©
Specialty Museum
Apartheid Museum
Johannesburg
4.5
Duration: 3 hours
Gold Reef City ©
Casino
Gold Reef City
Johannesburg
4.0
Duration: 8 hours
Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct ©
Historic Site
Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
Johannesburg
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Lion and Safari Park ©
Nature / Park
Lion and Safari Park
Broederstroom
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min

Parks in Pretoria

Rietvlei Nature Reserve ©
Nature / Park
Rietvlei Nature Reserve
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
Jan Celliers Park ©
Park
Jan Celliers Park
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Ludwig's Rose Farm ©
Garden
Ludwig's Rose Farm
4.2
Duration: 2h 30 min
Loftus Park
Park
Loftus Park
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Hidden gems in Pretoria

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Zipline
Zipline
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Pretoria Farmers Market
Flea Market
Pretoria Farmers Market
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Hazel Food Market ©
Flea Market
Hazel Food Market
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Statue of Nelson Mandela ©
Monument
Statue of Nelson Mandela
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min

Trails in Pretoria

Groenkloof Nature Reserve ©
Hiking Trail
Groenkloof Nature Reserve
4.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Hennops Hiking Trail ©
Hiking Trail
Hennops Hiking Trail
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Rosemary Hill Mountain Bike Park
Biking Trail
Rosemary Hill Mountain Bike Park
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
Hedianga Farm ©
Biking Trail
Hedianga Farm
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min

Shopping in Pretoria

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Woodlands Boulevard ©
Shopping Mall
Woodlands Boulevard
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Menlyn Park Shopping Centre ©
Shopping Mall
Menlyn Park Shopping Centre
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
Karoo Lifestyle Center ©
Shopping Mall
Karoo Lifestyle Center
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
Irene Village Market ©
Farmers Market
Irene Village Market
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min

Featured attractions of the week

Market @ the Sheds ©
Flea Market
Market @ the Sheds
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
Montecasino ©
Casino
Montecasino
Sandton
4.3
Duration: 3 hours
Emperors Palace ©
Casino
Emperors Palace
Kempton Park
4.0
Duration: 4 hours
Nelson Mandela Square ©
Landmark
Nelson Mandela Square
Sandton
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Where to stay in Pretoria

Voortrekker Monument ©
Pretoria offers both posh hotels, most of which are located in the Central Business District, as well as many budget bed and breakfasts and guesthouses scattered all over the suburbs. Five- and four-star chain hotels can be found in the Sunnyside neighborhood in the city center--keep in mind, though, that when the nation's Parliament is in session, mid-range and luxury rooms can be hard to come by.
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