Attractions in South Africa

Skukuza

Skukuza is the bustling administrative capital and largest rest camp of the Kruger National Park, situated on the banks of the Sabie River.

Paul Kruger Statue

A prominent bronze statue of Paul Kruger, a former President of the South African Republic, on Church Square in Pretoria.

Addo

World-famous for its Elephant National Park, Addo offers unparalleled wildlife safaris in the malaria-free Eastern Cape.

Soweto

A historic township on the outskirts of Johannesburg, Soweto is the vibrant heart of South African history and culture.

Swellendam

South Africa's third oldest town, featuring stunning Cape Dutch architecture at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains.

Tulbagh

A historic valley famous for its perfectly restored Cape Dutch architecture on Church Street and fine wines.

Cape Columbine Lighthouse

A historic lighthouse in Paternoster, often noted as one of the last manned lighthouses in South Africa.

Prince Albert

An architectural jewel at the foot of the Swartberg Pass, famous for its Victorian houses and olive groves.

Durban City Hall

A magnificent Edwardian neo-Baroque building that closely resembles the City Hall in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Shakaland

A living museum and cultural village that authentically showcases the traditions and history of the Zulu people.

Clanwilliam

A gateway to the Cederberg Mountains and the world's Rooibos tea capital, steeped in history and natural beauty.

Owl House

A fascinating house and sculpture garden created by outsider artist Helen Martins in Nieu-Bethesda.

Pilanesberg

A national park set in an extinct volcanic crater, home to the 'Big Five' and breathtaking landscapes.

Kgalagadi

A vast transfrontier park known for its red dunes and the majestic black-maned Kalahari lions.

Port Elizabeth City Hall

A historic government building featuring a prominent clock tower in the center of Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).

Zeitz MOCAA

The largest museum of contemporary African art in the world, housed in a repurposed grain silo.

Green Point Lighthouse

The oldest working lighthouse in South Africa, recognizable by its striking red and white stripes.

Nelson Mandela Bridge

A striking cable-stayed bridge linking the central business district of Johannesburg with Braamfontein.

Moses Mabhida Stadium

A multi-use stadium in Durban renowned for its striking arch that spans over the pitch.

Cape Town Stadium

An iconic sports stadium situated in Green Point, with stunning views of Table Mountain and the ocean.

Nizamiye Mosque

The largest mosque in the Southern Hemisphere, featuring classical Ottoman architecture in Midrand.

Cape Point Lighthouse

A lighthouse at Cape Point navigating ships around the dangerous southwestern tip of Africa.

Carlton Centre

A skyscraper and shopping center that was the tallest building in Africa for decades.

Alice Lane Towers

Modern, curved twin towers that have become an icon of the Sandton business district.

Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

A multi-purpose stadium in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) featuring a distinctive roof design.

Bloukrans Bridge

An arch bridge along the Garden Route, world-famous for commercial bungee jumping.

FNB Stadium

The largest stadium in Africa and venue for the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final.

Afrikaans Language Monument

A monument in Paarl dedicated to the creation and development of the Afrikaans language.

Juma Masjid Mosque

One of the largest mosques in the Southern Hemisphere, located in the center of Durban.

Ponte City

A cylindrical skyscraper in Johannesburg and the tallest residential building in Africa.

Rhodes Memorial

A monument to Cecil John Rhodes, situated on the slopes of Devil's Peak in Cape Town.

The Pearls of Umhlanga

A striking, luxury residential complex in Umhlanga on the KwaZulu-Natal coastline.

Pretoria City Hall

A monumental historical building in Pretoria featuring a large clock tower and 32 bells.

Cape Town City Hall

A large Edwardian building situated in the center of Cape Town on the Grand Parade.

Hillbrow Tower

A tall telecommunications tower dominating the skyline of Johannesburg.

88 on Field

A prominent skyscraper in Durban, dominating the downtown skyline.

The Leonardo

A luxury mixed-use skyscraper located in Sandton, Johannesburg.

11 Diagonal Street

A distinctive skyscraper in Johannesburg designed to look like a diamond.

Nature

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Lake St. Lucia

A large estuarine system in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

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Teko Lake

A smaller lake in the Free State.

More highlights

Spion Kop Battlefield

Spion Kop was the site of a bloody battle during the Second Boer War in 1900, where British troops vainly attempted to relieve the besieged town of L…

Isandlwana Battlefield

The Isandlwana Battlefield was the site of the first major encounter in the Anglo-Zulu War, where the British army suffered a decisive defeat in 1879.

Union Buildings

The Union Buildings form the official seat of the South African government and are an iconic landmark in Pretoria designed by Sir Herbert Baker.

Apartheid Museum Complex

The complex illustrates 20th century South African history, showing the rise and fall of the state-sponsored racial apartheid system.

Sterkfontein Caves

The Sterkfontein Caves, part of the Cradle of Humankind, are globally renowned for their rich fossil finds, particularly of early hominids.

Church Square

Church Square is the historic center of the city of Pretoria, surrounded by significant architectural buildings from the late 19th century.

Kaditshwene Ruins

Kaditshwene was a significant Iron Age city and the capital of the Bahurutshe nation before being destroyed in the early 19th century.

District Six

District Six was a formerly vibrant, multicultural neighborhood in Cape Town that was forcibly evicted and destroyed during apartheid.

Matjes River Rock Shelter

The Matjes River Rock Shelter is a massive overhang near the coast containing thousands of graves and Khoisan archaeological treasures.

Rorke's Drift

Rorke's Drift was the site of a famous defense in 1879, where a small British garrison repelled a massive Zulu attack.