Pretoria Central Business District
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Popular places to visit
Kruger Museum
This museum housed in the home of Paul Kruger, the Transvaal Republic president and local hero, features many of his possessions including furniture and a boxcar.
Church Square
View the court where Nelson Mandela was convicted and other historic buildings around this grassy square in the center of Pretoria.
Melrose House
Experience an important part of South African history at this Victorian estate, where the peace treaty that ended the Second Boer War was signed.
Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History
From ancient rock paintings and Iron Age figurines to contemporary art and handicrafts, this museum expertly showcases the diversity of South African cultures.
Kruger House Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kruger House Museum during your trip to Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
State Theatre
You can make plans for a show at State Theatre during your trip to Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: Aerial Cable Car Ride
Private Pretoria City and Cullinan Mine Full Day Tour from Johannesburg
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
From Johannesburg: A.V.D Cheetah Centre Half Day Tour
Pretoria: Cullinan Surface Diamond Mine Walking Tour
Top hotels in Pretoria Central Business District
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Reviewed on Dec 3, 2023
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Reviewed on May 12, 2024
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Reviewed on Oct 14, 2023
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Reviewed on Mar 1, 2024
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Reviewed on Feb 25, 2024
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Reviewed on May 31, 2024
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Other neighbourhoods around Pretoria Central Business District
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Brooklyn
Travelers enjoy Brooklyn for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Waterkloof Shopping Centre while you're in the area.
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Menlyn
You'll enjoy the restaurants and casinos in Menlyn. You might want to make time for a stop at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre or Time Square Casino.
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Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
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Fourways
Travelers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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Sandton
A noteworthy feature of Sandton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.