Pretoria Things to Do

There is an unusual history attached to this theater, it is said that it is haunted by the ghosts of those who died there when it was a hospital for Germans. That aside, the theater mainly hosts the work and productions of loca... more

Stridjom Square, situated near the State Theatre, was unveiled in 1972 by the widow of the late Prime Minister of South Africa. Built on the grounds of an old market place, it is home to a bronze bust of the Prime Minister Advo... more

Stridjom Square, situated near the State Theatre, was unveiled in 1972 by the widow of the late Prime Minister of South Africa. Built on the grounds of an old market place, it is home to a bronze bust of the Prime Minister Advo... more

Originally built in 1898 by the old 'Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek', the Klapperkop Fort is situated next to the new Military Museum. The museum is dedicated to military history and has an interesting and varied display of the ar... more

This house, one of South Africa's national monuments, is where the Peace Treaty which terminated the Anglo-Boer War was signed in 1902. The name derives from the famous Melrose Abbey in Scotland. The house is a superb example o... more

Situated on one of the world's longest streets, Church Street, Heroe's Acres is one of the city's most fascinating attractions. The cemetery was established in 1867 and has contained within the graves of renowned citizens and p... more

The museum is located in the city centre of Pretoria which makes it convenient to those visiting the city. The museum displays the art work and possessions of one of South Africa's best known artists, Jacob Hendrik Pierneef. Th... more

The South African Police Service Memorial is dedicated to the country's policemen and women who died in the line of duty. The black granite monument is a fine tribute, containing the names of more than half a million police off... more

This centre gives visitors the opportunity to learn more about herbs and their uses. There are more than 100 types of herbs to view at the center, some are local and some are from different parts of the world. The centre also s... more

Fascinated by birds, waterfalls, rivers, or bats in a cave? Then you should pay a visit to the Museum of Film and Sound Archives. Here visitors can view audio-visual material on South Africa. Visuals range from beautiful caves,... more