Pretoria Tour: Explore Jacaranda City's History with Stephenson Adventures
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4 Ratings
Rustenburg
Discover the rich history of Pretoria, known as the Jacaranda City, with Stephenson Adventures. Explore its regal architecture and hidden stories on a full-day tour.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Paul 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
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Union 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. - Freedom Park - Freedom Park is situated on Salvokop in Pretoria. It includes a memorial with a list of the names of those killed in the South African Wars, World War I, World War II as well as during the apartheid era. Construction of the monument was by Stefanutti Stocks overseen by Mongane Wally Serote
- 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.
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Church 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
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water provided
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Tea and coffee
- Lunch
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information
Spend a full day in “Jacaranda City” (so called because of the many 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!
Location
Paul Kruger Country House Museum
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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237marjav
Apr 11, 2024
Pretoria - insights in history and culture - Great experience, learned so much about the history and legacy of South Africa development. Impressive sightseeing and inspiring stories of the region. Would absolutely recommend this tour and super guide Thsolo! Thanks a lot!
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Francislz6826rz
Dec 3, 2022
Steven is very professional and attentive in his job with his clients. It was an unforgettable encounter during my stay - To start, Steve picked us up from my hotel and provided me with some snacks and a drink. Steven is very professional and attentive in his job with his clients. It was an unforgettable encounter during my stay in Johannesburg and Pretoria where he guided me and showed me around during these two full days. He is simply brilliant!
Everything was organized and scheduled. At my request He was friendly and very good at explaining all the details and history you need to know for Johannesburg and Pretoria during the two day tour. Driving through the heart of Joburg and Pretoria was amazing. The car was very comfortable, including the water bottles and the air conditioning!
These two day trips are highly recommended to all with Steven who is the best guide I have met during my many visits to Joburg he will remain my guide at each visit.
Review of: Pretoria and the Elephant Sanctuary and Johannesburg Exclusive Guided Day Tour in Magnificent VIP
By dint of knowing us both over the days, we have become friends. He provided me with information about places to visit beforehand so I knew where and what I was going to visit, and he showed me places off the tourist trail, I saved the best for the real experience. I will renew with him in a next trip very soon for 15 days with him in VIP for Kruger and Kwazulu Natal
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R0dnelb
Aug 16, 2022
The best tour guide ever.
Like it was a friend driving me around.
Very knowledgeable and professional 👏 - The historical nature of entire and the beauty city.
And the fact that my guide knew so much. I feel capable of telling any one who hasn't been to Pretoria the history of the city.
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Justbogdan
Mar 2, 2024
Mixed Feelings: Rediscovering Pretoria - I wanted to see Pretoria again after almost 20 years since my last visit. Well, it was not what I had expected, so I was a bit disappointed with the trip (but not with Stephenson Adventures). Nelson, our tour guide, provided excellent service, but the city seemed less clean and safe than I remembered. There were squatters near the Union Building, which was quite different from my previous experience. Additionally, Kruger’s house, though interesting to see, requires urgent investments; otherwise, it might collapse. Freedom Park was pleasant, but there wasn’t much to see. The highlight of the day was definitely the Voortrekker Monument, which left a lasting impression. In my opinion, if you find yourself with a spare day in Johannesburg, consider rather booking a hotel in SunCity for an extra day.
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