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Buffelsdrift Trail Park

Located 15km north of Pretoria on the western side of Dinokeng, the Buffelsdrift Trail Park lies within the Buffelsdrift Nature Conservancy. The trail park is well-known for its wildlife, lush greenery and numerous trails. It boasts 10 main mountain biking routes, including Buffel, Nguni, Kudu and Rabbit, that are of different difficulty levels. There are 6 Enduro lines within the park which run down the same side of the mountain. Runners can also take advantage of its five main run routes: Supa 7, TT10, Fast 5, Tough 21 and Fitness 15. All the trails are adequately marked. Buffelsdrift Trail Park is home to animals like the Bushpig, Kudu, impala and zebra. It is also a popular location for bird watching owing to its proximity to the Roodeplaat Dam. Read More

The Centurion Society of Model Engineers is a beautiful green space in the residential suburb of Zwartkop. Formerly known as Meerpark, it is known for its train rides. It has a 2km long train track ideal for small steam trains designed mainly for children. The train passes by a serene lake, through tunnels and over bridges. Many small radio-controlled model trains are on display here that make noises and have lights that turn on and off. It is an excellent place for a family picnic and has barbeque facilities. A few food stands are scattered around the area. On every third Sunday of the month, club members can run their steam locomotives here. Read More

The Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History is located on Visagie Street in Old Mint. It is often called a centre for living culture as it focuses on the country’s history and the lives of its people. It has objects, documents, manuscripts, records, publications and photographs of South African history. There are guided tours held both day and night. The Museum is most popular for the African Window, which takes a unique approach to documenting South African culture through dance, music, drama and other festivals. It has many other exciting exhibits, such as a Stone Age exhibit, an Iron Age exhibit, an exploration of space through the ages and a rock art exhibition. The Museum also has an art gallery that displays a wide array of paintings and other visual art from the different cultures of South Africa. There is also a garden and braai area you can visit. The Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History has over 5 million artefacts and is a must-visit location. Read More

The Faerie Glen Nature Reserve is a wildlife sanctuary situated east of Pretoria. It is famous for hiking, dog walking (a permit is required), picnicking (only picnic baskets are permitted) and photography. Bird watching is popular, with over 150 bird species found here. There are two wooden lookout points for the same. There are informal picnic spots around the reserve but no braai facilities. The reserve comprises the western part of the Bronberg conservation area, an endangered ecosystem that houses diverse flora and fauna. Gold Reef Mountain Bushveld and Marikana Thornveld, two types of vegetations, can be found here along with animals like hares, zebras, small-spotted genets, etc. The Moreleta Spruit flows through the reserve as well. Read More

Freedom Park is a monument and historical landmark that spans 56 acres on Salvokop in Pretoria. A memorial called Isivivane, a symbolic resting place for all who lost their lives in the struggle for independence is located within the park. It is considered one of the most ambitious heritage projects undertaken by the South African government. Freedom Park includes a symbolic burial ground surrounded by eleven boulders known as Lesaka, bodies of water at the entrance and exit for baptism and drinking and Umlahlankosi trees. The Park also has a Wall of Names, an amphitheatre, an eternal flame, a gallery of leaders, a sanctuary and Pan African archives. It is the perfect location to imbibe history and learn about South Africa while also enjoying nature. Read More

The Grove Ice Rink is located at the Grove Shopping Mall in the Lynwood Ride suburb of Pretoria and is a famous yet small ice skating rink. It is ideal for children and adults alike. It offers early morning sessions, public sessions and also academy lessons for those who want to learn to ice skate. There are plastic penguins available to provide support for beginners. The staff here is very helpful. The music playing in the background adds to the ambience. Visitors can rent skates or bring their own. Locker facilities are also available here. There is also a kiosk that sells food, coffee and slushies. Read More

Hazel Food Market offers delicious and authentic food, from freshly baked bread to sophisticated wines. It is located in Pretoria High School Old Boys Club in Queen’s Crescent every Saturday. The Market is a melting pot of cultures with Dutch, Indian, Polish, Greek and Italian cuisines available here. It is an excellent opportunity to purchase produce from the grower and indulge in delicious food. Handmade cheeses, smoked meat and cupcakes are popular items to buy here. Read More

Hennops Hiking Trail refers to many hiking, driving and biking trails from Haeda camp along the Hennops River and into the surrounding mountains. The routes are popular for historical sites, rich wild and plant life, and unique river crossings. You may cross with a suspension bridge or a cable car. There are three main hiking trails. The Dassie trail is the easiest and shortest trail, measuring 2 kilometres and with an elevation of 70 metres. It leads to the Pruimpe and Dassie caves. The Zebra trail is slightly longer at 5 kilometres and of average difficulty. It is famous for sighting the indigenous bird Bokmakieries and other animals like Zebras, Gnus, Impalas, Zonkie, Kudus and Blesboks. The most challenging trail is Krokodilberg which extends up to 10 kilometres and has an elevation of 400 metres. This trail leads to the Pruimpe and Dassie caves, various viewpoints, Dolomite mines and various game animals can be viewed along it.Apart from these, the Zonkie trail can be traversed by any 4-wheeler. It is famous for the picturesque route and sightings of the diverse plant life and Kudu, Zebra, Blou Wildebeest and Blesbok. It is a very easy drive with many inbuilt detours that allow you to avoid obstacles. The Hennops MTP trail is a 40-kilometre bike trail with various options that will enable you to customize the experience to cater to you. It is famous for its varying terrain, beautiful scenery and rich wildlife. There is also a picnic spot with ten braais and two swimming pools. Read More

Located on the northern slopes of Klapperkop in Groenkloof, Pretoria, Jan Cilliers Park is one of the oldest parks in the city. Also known as Protea Park, it is famous for its numerous native plants, trees and shrubs and excellent views of the Union Buildings and the city. The park has sprawling lawns, ponds and a stream that breaks off into 14 tiny waterfalls. The stream also connects two dams. Jan Cilliers Park is excellent for picnicking, walking dogs, walking, jogging, playing with frisbees and taking photographs. Read More

Jan Smuts House is the preserved home of the former Prime Minister of South Africa, Jan Smuts. It is located in Irene, about halfway between Pretoria and Johannesburg. The house has conserved the life of Jan Smuts through pictures, furniture and artefacts. Smuts’ extensive and well-preserved library often attracts visitors. The house was initially a prefabricated wood and iron officers’ mess in Britain, from where it was taken to India, where Smuts purchased it. The Oubaas trail located onsite makes for a marvellous hike of 2.3 kilometres. There is a Place of Quiet dedicated to the byvoners found here when Jan Smuts purchased the home. There is also a small memorial to Prime Minister Smuts, a restaurant, antique shop, paintball and laser tag arena and a tea garden onsite. A market is held on the grounds on the first and last Saturday of every month. Read More