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Experience the best of Pretoria in a single, unforgettable day with our Pretoria Full Day Tour.
Spend a day in “Jacaranda City” (so called because of the numerous Jacaranda trees which transform the city streets into blankets of magnificent purple every October).
Serving as the seat of the administrative branch of the South African government, Pretoria is one of the country’s three capital cities. Founded in 1855, it was named after the Voortrekker leader, Andries Pretorias. A regal, quiet city, its interesting history is hidden between magnificent towers, classical architecture, and amphitheatres.
Learn everything you need to know about the “City of Tshwane” with Stephenson Adventures!
This tour covers the city's must-see sights, with expert guide, comfortable transport, and a well-paced itinerary, this full-day experience ensures you make the most of your visit to Pretoria. Perfect for history enthusiasts, culture lovers, and first-time visitors alike!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Stephenson Adventures branded vehicle and a tour guide wearing branded uniform. If you are staying in hotel or guest house we will meet you at the reception area of your hotel. If you are staying in a private residential the tour guide will meet you at the main gate of your property.
Itinerary
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1The Voortrekker Monument
The majestic Monument is located just south of Pretoria in South Africa. This massive granite structure is prominently located on a hilltop, and was raised to commemorate the Voortrekkers who left the Cape Colony between 1835 and 1854.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Freedom Park
Visit Freedom Park, a memorial and museum that honors South Africa's struggle for freedom and democracy. Explore the various sections of the park, including the Wall of Names and the Garden of Remembrance.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Drive pass this correctional facility with historical significance; it was formerly known as Pretoria Central Prison and has housed numerous prominent political prisoners during South Africa's apartheid era.
Admission ticket free -
3Paul Kruger Country House Museum
This modest and informative house museum in downtown Pretoria outlines the life and times of the 19th-century Afrikaans leader and Transvaal President Paul Kruger
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Church Square
Church Square, originally Market Square, is the square at the historic centre of the city of Pretoria, South Africa. The founder of Pretoria, Marthinus Pretorius, determined that the square be used as a market place and church yard Church Square in central Pretoria was the site of the city’s first church, built in 1855. During its early years, the square was used as a marketplace and sports field and today is the grandest civic square in the city and among the great attractions in Gauteng
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Union Buildings
Pretoria’s Union Buildings, the official seat of the national government, house the offices of the South African president. The Union Buildings are one of the most recognisable and impressive heritage landmarks in Tshwane.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Melrose House Museum (Pass by)
Drive past or if open, step into this Victorian mansion, learning about its role during the Second Anglo-Boer War and its significance in Pretoria's cultural heritage
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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