Pretoria Capital City Tour from Johannesburg / Sandton, every TUESDAY, Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
Embark on a 4.5-hour tour of Pretoria, Capital of the ZAR, the Union of South Africa, the Republic of South Africa and the new South Africa. Stop at the Union Building, home to the president’s office, from where you can delight in a panoramic view of the Jacaranda City.
Description & Instructions When Visiting Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
Embark on a 4.5-hour tour of Pretoria, Capital of the ZAR, the Union of South Africa, the Republic of South Africa and the new South Africa. Stop at the Union Building, home to the president’s office, from where you can delight in a panoramic view of the Jacaranda City.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Voortrekker Monument, Eeufees Road Groenkloof 358-Jr, Pretoria 0187 South Africa
The Voortrekker 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.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Union Buildings, Government Avenue, Pretoria 0083 South Africa
Pretoria’s Union Buildings, the official seat of the national government, house the offices of the South African president and are located atop the Meintjieskop. An important South African heritage site, the impressive building is surrounded by pretty terraced gardens that offer panoramic views over the city.
The Union Buildings are one of the most recognisable and impressive heritage sights in the city. The 285m-long sandstone building was designed by Sir Herbert Baker in 1910 to mark the Union of South Africa.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Church Square, Stanza Bopape Street, Pretoria 0186 South Africa
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.
For visitors who adore 19th century and early 20th century architecture, Church Square is one of the must-see places to visit in Gauteng. The square is surrounded by historical buildings in varying neo-classical architectural styles, including the impressive Palace of Justice where former president Nelson Mandela and several of his comrades were tried and charged for treason during the infamous Rivonia Trial, the Old Capitol Theatre and the Ou Raadsaal (Old Government) building.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Melrose House, 275 Jacob Mare Street Free parking is available at 280 Scheiding Street, Pretoria 0002 South Africa
Built in 1886, Melrose House
Pass By: Kruger House Museum, 60 Church Street, Pretoria 0081 South Africa
Home of the former President of the ZAR
Pass By: Pretoria City Hall, Visagie St & Paul Kruger St, Pretoria 0002 South Africa
Pretoria’s City Hall
Pass By: Pretoria Main Train Station, Scheiding Street, Pretoria 2001 South Africa
Designed by Sir Herbert Baker
Duration: 3 hours
Starts: Sandton, South Africa
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> City Tours
