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National Zoological Gardens of South Africa

232 Boom Street, Pretoria 0002, South Africa
0123283265
Ranked #2 of 33 attractions in Pretoria
4.5 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Zoos, Lookouts
Description: The large cages at this renowned zoo are home to an expansive collection of animals from all over the world.
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Pretoria, South Africa
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The Pretoria Zoo (National Zoological Gardens of South Africa) is great for a family outing. There are so many animals, an aquarium and many birds to see. Hire a golf cart because the zoo is very large and all the walking is exhausting, especially for little kids. The gardens are beautiful and ideal for a picnic after all the sightseeing.... More

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South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Zoo is in a good condition, the grounds are well kept, as well as the animals. Liked the fact that you can drive around in a Golf cart, as the grounds are quite big and it comes in handy with children, you don't have to walk that far to see the animals.

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Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

A wide range of animals kept in the most suitable conditions possible. Extensive, beautifully kept grounds, attractively situated against a ridge of the Magaliesberg and with a little river running through it. Gholf carts are available for hire. The zoo has a good reputation for its breeding programme for rare and endangered animals. There is also an excellent acquarium and... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Variety of animals in well designed and well maintained cages. Interesting exhibits though it can be a long walk round :-) The food on sale is only average though so rather bring your own picknick.

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Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Located in a rather dubious area of Pretoria parking somewhat restricted but don't be surprised if your offer a yard for 5 rand to park in. Plenty of arts and crafts stalls outside the zoo and inside loads of food and drink outlets Make sure you wear comfortable shoes as to walk round the whole park will take approx 5... More

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Cirencester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Best place we visited in Pretoria - a must see! Beautiful waterfall area and great plants everywhere. Great restaurant too and plenty of places to take a picnic.

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Pretoria, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Been here time and time again, & never tire of the place or the animals... Well-kempt, animals well-cared for, and lots of walking & relaxation space too. If you're not up to all of the walking, there is also the cable-car option, so that you have the option of walking one way & taking the car the other way. The... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

The Pretoria Zoo really is very good, as far as zoos go. The animals are housed in large enclosures and good care seems to be taken of them. I have been there multiple times, including taking visiting family members there. they have always been very impressed with what it has to offer and how it is laid out. Our most... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

We went to this Zoo because a good friend told us that it was one of the better zoo in South Africa...and we wasn't wrong. You'll really enjoy this place if your children are with you, you can easily spend 5 or 6 hours without any sign of the famous baby or teen boring attitude :) Just one thing, I... More

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Basingstoke, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Great day out, the enclosures are amazing and the quantity and quality of the animals are astounding

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