Tourist Attractions around Loftus Versfeld Stadium
Explore Pretoria’s tourist attractions located near The Loftus Versfeld Stadium.
The Union Buildings
Towering over the Pretoria city centre, the union buildings are situated near the top of Meintjieskop with uninterrupted views of Pretoria’s tall skyscrapers and the surrounding jacaranda-lined suburbs. Also clearly visible on some of the opposite hills cradling the city are two other landmarks: Freedom Park and the Voortrekker Monument.
Address: Government Avenue, Eastwood, Pretoria
Melrose House
One of the most perfectly preserved examples of a Victorian home in South Africa, the interior of the house is characterised by beautiful stained glass windows, carpets in rich colours, elegant fireplaces, as well as valuable porcelain ornaments.
Address: Masemola Street (old Jacob Mare Street), directly opposite the main gate of Burgers Park.
Contact: +27(0)12 322 2805
The Voortrekket Monument is one of the country’s most visited museums. Sculpted portrayals honour the Afrikaner’s principal historic event: The Great Trek (1835 – 1843). The Voortrekker Monument offers breath-taking views of Pretoria and a Museum with a collection of original Groot Trek antiques as well as a connecting road between the Monument and Freedom Park.
Address: Eeufees Road, Groenkloof, Pretoria.
Contact: +27(0)12 326 6770
Situated on the picturesque Salvokop, Freedom Park takes you on a journey through time and tells the story of South Africa from prehistoric times until today. The museum stands as a memorial to the freedom and a beacon to guide all South Africans on the route of hope and patriotism to a proudly united nation.
Address: Salvokop Hill, Pretoria
Contact: +27(0)12 336 4000
Built in 1855 and initially called Market Square, is the historic centre of the city of Pretoria.
Several historically and architecturally significant buildings such as the Tudor Chambers Palace of Justice, the Old Council Chamber and the Old Capitol Theatre, surrounds Church Square.
Address: The Church Square is accessible by car via Vermeulen Street, Church Street, Kruger Street or Pretorius Street.
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