Attractions IN/AROUND Generaal de Wet
Nature Reserves
Caledon Nature Reserve
Roughly 120 kilometres south east of Bloemfontein and 15 kilometres south of Wepener on Route 701, the Caledon Nature Reserve, through which the Caledon River flows, is also home to the Welbedacht Dam situated in the southern parts of the reserve ...
Nature Reserves
Franklin Nature Reserve
Named after Sir John Stuart Franklin, the mayor of Bloemfontein during the 1920s, Franklin Game Reserve lies right in the heart of Bloemfontein. There are very few cities in the world that can claim to have a nature reserve within their perimeters - ...
... and a little further afield
Golf Courses
Bloemfontein Golf Club
The Bloemfontein Golf Club is situated about 6 kilometres from the city centre just off Maselspoort Road - more commonly known as the Airport Road. Bloemfontein's last five holes - all water holes, rival the toughest in South Africa. The 14th, is a ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Bloemfontein Zoo
The Bloemfontein Zoo was established in 1906, and has continued to grow and develop since then to be one of the most popular animal sanctuaries in the country. Family outings are always fantastically fun here. Small group tours that are conducted by ...
Airports / Landmarks / Tourist Info
Bram Fischer International Airport
The Bram Fischer International Airport is in Bloemfontein in the Free State and sees more than 300 000 travellers every year. It is only about 20 kilometres from the city centre, which means that it is easy to access for locals and anyone renting holiday ...
Botanical Gardens
Free State National Botanical Garden
On the north western fringes of Bloemfontein lie 70 hectares of botanical garden, in a valley peppered with dolerite koppies, tall grassland and woodland; some magnificent examples of wild olive and karee trees, an orange blossom arbour and a petrified ...
2010 Stadiums / Landmarks
Free State Stadium
The Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein was originally built for the Rugby World Cup of 1995. Then, it was revamped to host a number of matches for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. Its current tenants include the Central Cheetahs, the Free State Cheetahs and ...
Botanical Gardens / Landmarks
Historic Tree Garden
Along President Brand Street (Bloemfontein's ‘historical mile') you will find classic sandstone buildings that surprise with their grandeur - the 3rd Raadsaal, the 4th Raadsaal and today's Old Presidency ...
2010 Stadiums / Landmarks
Loftus Versfeld Stadium
Home to the Sundowns Football Club and the Blue Bulls rugby team, Loftus Versfeld received a welcomed revamp and renovation in preparation for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™, hosted by South Africa. It was built decades ago, and has seen a number ...
Cultural / Popular Tourist Routes
Mangaung Cultural Route
Mangaung is a township just outside Bloemfontein, famous as the birthplace of the African National Congress (ANC), the country's ruling party. The cultural route takes in the highlights of Masenkeng stadium, Maphikela House and the Youth Monument, ...
Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
Maria Moroka Game Reserve
One of the only game reserves named after a woman - Dr Maria Moroka was a hero from the struggle against apartheid – the Maria Moroka Game Reserve lies close to the large mountain, and little town, known as Thaba Nchu, roughly 70 kilometres outside of ...
Museums
National Museum Bloemfontein
Notable for its large collection of fossils, cultural historical exhibits and archaeological displays, including the Florisbad skull which was discovered in the 1930s at the Florisbad Spring some 50 km north of Bloemfontein. (Florisbad Man is estimated ...
Generaal de Wet as a destination
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Staying Overnight
The Duke Guest Rooms
The accommodations at The Duke Guest Rooms feature inviting units that open up to a patio overlooking the lush garden. Offering a blend of double...
Magalies B&B
Situated in the urban environment of Spitskop, Magalies B&B offers guests comfortably furnished accommodation in Bloemfontein. Magalies B&B is co...
Orchard Guesthouse
Orchard Guesthouse is located in Fichardt Park and is set in a garden with ample indigenous birdlife. The guesthouse offers accommodation in a se...
Aloe Guest Rooms
Aloe Guest Rooms offers comfortably furnished rooms close to the centre of town in Brandwag and various attractions. Aloe Guest Rooms has two roo...
Rusplek Guest House
Rusplek Guesthouse offers 28 rooms ranging from standard rooms, self-catering rooms these rooms vary in sizes from two sleepers up to six sleeper...
Cherry Tree Cottage
Cherry Tree Cottage offers charming accommodation in the heart of Waverley, Bloemfontein. Situated within an expansive garden, this guesthouse pr...
Acacia Lodge
Acacia Lodge is situated in a quiet residential area and offers luxurious accommodation in 7 en-suite bedrooms and 1 family unit. The communal lo...
Die Moerbeiboom
Die Moerbeiboom offers self-catering accommodation in Bloemfontein in the heart of Langenhoven Park. These units are ideal for families or couple...
Boutique @ Milner
Boutique @ Milner is an upmarket guesthouse in Waverley. The property offers Bloemfontein accommodation in a selection of comfortable rooms in a ...
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