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Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail
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Ranked #1 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4.5 of 5 stars 85 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
National Zoological Gardens of South Africa
National Zoological Gardens of South Africa
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Ranked #2 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
The large cages at this renowned zoo are home to an expansive collection of animals from all over the world.
Attraction type  Zoos; Lookouts
Distance  2.2 miles from city centre
Voortrekker Monument Heritage Site
Voortrekker Monument Heritage Site
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Ranked #3 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 58 reviews
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  3.9 miles from city centre
Cheetah Research and Breeding Centre
Cheetah Research and Breeding Centre
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Ranked #4 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  15.6 miles from city centre
Union Buildings
Union Buildings
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Ranked #5 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Pretoria National Botanical Garden
Pretoria National Botanical Garden
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Ranked #6 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: The Pretoria National Botanical Garden is a colourful 76ha botanical tapestry showcasing glimpses of various habitats, each... more » Owner description: The Pretoria National Botanical Garden is a colourful 76ha botanical tapestry showcasing glimpses of various habitats, each with their own distinctive features and charm. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  4.7 miles from city centre
Loftus Versfeld Stadium
Loftus Versfeld Stadium
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Ranked #7 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  1.6 miles from city centre
Groenkloof Nature Reserve
Groenkloof Nature Reserve
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Ranked #8 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Hiking Trails
Sammy Marks House
Ranked #9 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  5.8 miles from city centre
Centurion Theater
Ranked #10 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews

At the Centurion Theatre: 25-27th June 2009: “You Should Be Dancing”  Ash Searle (“So You Think Can Dance?" Top 3) with Vanessa Harris (Leading Actress in “Running Riot” ), Ferdi... more »

Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  7.6 miles from city centre
Church Square
Church Square
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Ranked #11 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
3.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  8.0 miles from city centre
President Paul Kruger House
President Paul Kruger House
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Ranked #12 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  3.5 miles from city centre
Kruger House Museum
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Ranked #13 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: Photographs and personal items blend with period furnishings at this home of Paul Kruger. The renowned Calvinist was the... more » Owner description: Photographs and personal items blend with period furnishings at this home of Paul Kruger. The renowned Calvinist was the first president of the Zuid Afrikaanse Republiek (ZAR). « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  2.1 miles from city centre
Smuts House Museum
Ranked #14 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  11.0 miles from city centre
Transvaal Museum
Transvaal Museum
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Ranked #15 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
3.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
An enormous whale skeleton graces the entrance to this building, Pretoria’s oldest science museum.
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary
Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary
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Ranked #16 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
3.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  9.1 miles from city centre
Melrose House
Ranked #17 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Victorian opulence abounds at this tastefully preserved historic home.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.9 miles from city centre
Fort KlapperKop Military Museum
Ranked #18 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: Fort overlooking Pretoria, designed to defend against riots and raids on the city, but it is said, “never a shot was fired in... more » Owner description: Fort overlooking Pretoria, designed to defend against riots and raids on the city, but it is said, “never a shot was fired in anger from this fort.” « less
Attraction type  Military Bases/ Facilities; Military Museums; Lookouts; Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  3.5 miles from city centre
The Pretoria Art Museum
Ranked #19 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
3.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
White and black artists are represented at this fine museum, which contains over three thousand works.
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.1 miles from city centre
Heroes' Acre Church Street Cemetery
Ranked #20 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
2 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  2.4 miles from city centre
Burgers Park
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Ranked #21 of 32 Attractions in Pretoria
2.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Across from Melrose House, these exquisite and fragrant gardens boast a restaurant in a renovated Victorian home.
Attraction type  Parks; Gardens
Distance  1.7 miles from city centre
Mineral Resort
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
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Coert Steynberg Museum
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  3.9 miles from city centre
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Claude V. Malan Museum
Attraction type  Speciality Museums; Military Museums
Distance  2.5 miles from city centre
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Museum of Natural History
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
National Library of South Africa
Attraction type  Libraries
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
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Freedom Park
Attraction type  Parks; Monuments/ Statues
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Camdeboo Day Spa
Owner description: Amidst the tranquil surroundings of African Pride Irene Country Lodge you will find the beautiful Camdeboo Day Spa and... more » Owner description: Amidst the tranquil surroundings of African Pride Irene Country Lodge you will find the beautiful Camdeboo Day Spa and Restaurant, where the main focus is to relax and revive the senses. Camdeboo (named after the White Stinkwood trees that populate the area) is an oasis of tranquility that will relax you so thoroughly that you’re likely to forget the world exists outside of its walls.Camdeboo offers various treatments with the focus on rejuvenation and health. You are sure to experience the best that nature has to offer, with a twist of modern sophistication and luxury. Four treatment rooms, a manicure & pedicure lounge, a fully-equipped gym, steam room, sauna, outdoor pool, heated jacuzzi and restaurant all add to the spa experience.Camdeboo’s philosophy is to create a sense of balance, with a gracious culture steeped in hospitality, where high levels of service and attention to detail will guarantee a sense of relaxation and inspiration. « less
Attraction type  Spas
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