141 Things To Do in Free State
Lying between the Vaal and Orange Rivers in the heart of South Africa, the Free State is the country's "bread basket", producing over 70% of the grain on 30 000 farms. Consistently blue skies and predominantly prairie-like scenery, accented only by the odd hill and the Eastern Highlands, await the visitor in a part of the country that is imbued with a warm hospitality. From the Maluti Route that follows the Highlands across the border into Lesotho, to pretty towns like Clarens, there are a wealth of activities and breathtaking scenery. Spend time in the city of roses, fossil hunting, exploring Rock Art, or riding a steam train along the Bethlehem-Bloemfontein railway.
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Family Entertainment / Sight Seeing
Stargaze at Boyden Observatory
Overnight? Stay in Bloemfontein
South Africa is famous for it's diamonds; diamonds which South African skies receive on a sunless night canopy for safe-keeping.
As the African night deepens ...
Dine at Clementines
Overnight? Stay in Clarens
Slightly off the beaten track, the little red and green corrugated iron building that is Clementines Restaurant & Bar is something of a landmark in Clarens. Located ...
Extreme Sports / Sports & Leisure
Abseil with Earth Adventures
Overnight? Stay in Parys
Earth Adventures offers safe and exciting abseiling at a number of venues around the Vredefort Dome. Thrill seekers can chose from a number of available abseiling ...
White water river rafting on the Ash River
Overnight? Stay in Clarens
The Ash river just outside Clarens in the Eastern Freestate is fed by the Trans Caledon Transfer Tunnel, which pumps water from the Katze dam high up in the Maluti ...
Murderers' Graves
Overnight? Stay in Fauresmith
The small village of Fauresmith has a large number of interesting graves. Shocking tales of past truths will forever by told on the tombstones of three murderers ...
Fauresmith's Street Train
Overnight? Stay in Fauresmith
What would the town of Tula Homa, Tennessee, USA and Wycheproof, Victoria, Australia have in common with Fauresmith, Free State, South Africa? A phenomenon. These ...
Farm Stalls & Markets / Cafés & Eateries
Purple Onion Deli & Coffee Bar
Overnight? Stay in Clarens
Stop off for a coffee at the Purple Onion Deli - reputed to have the best view in Clarens from their patio with coffee and atmosphere to match!
The Purple Onion ...
Jagersfontein Big Hole Open Mine
Overnight? Stay in Jagersfontein
Few places on this earth can show off their lack of land; even fewer places in this world accept the label 'hole' without a fist fight in the local pub that results ...
Anglo Boer War Museum
Overnight? Stay in Bloemfontein
There is no need to drive to KwaZulu Natal if you are in Bloemfontein and are interested in the Anglo Boer war. There are plenty of battlefield sites around the ...
Transgariep Museum
Overnight? Stay in Philippolis
Situated on Voortrekkers Street in the town named after Dr J Philip, the Transgariep Museum in Philippolis showcases three themes; Dr J Philip and the London ...
Laurens van der Post Memorial Garden
Overnight? Stay in Philippolis
Laurens van der Post was born in Philippolis in 1906 as the 13th of 15 children. He went on to lead an extraordinary and eventful life; becoming a mentor to the ...
Essensual Art Gallery
Overnight? Stay in Clarens
Essensual Art Gallery in Clarens is not your typical art gallery - be prepared to step into a sensual world of art where the human form is celebrated in various ...
The Hound and Hare
Overnight? Stay in Harrismith
If you are a fan of pub grub then you might want to plan a trip to Durban if you live in Jozi or vice versa if you live in Durbs. You don’t need more of a reason to ...
Fourth Raadsaal
Overnight? Stay in Bloemfontein
Opposite the Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein is the Fourth Raadsaal, one of the city's finest buildings. The foundation stone was laid by President F. W. Reitz in ...
The Red Barn Gallery
Overnight? Stay in Smithfield
Art has become an important part of life in Smithfield and a number of resident artists regularly display their work in the local art and craft gallery and in their ...
Free State as a destination
If you are considering visiting Free State or have already booked your Free State accommodation, then you are probably keen to see what activities are available and what there is to do in the area. Explore our growing selection of Things to Do in Free State, or view the events that are taking place in Free State during your stay, or suggest an activity if you come across something we've missed.
Tourist regions
Lejweleputswa, Motheo Region, Northern Free State, Thabo Mofutsanyana, Xhariep Region
Staying Overnight
Tiger Canyon Private Game Reserve
Tiger Canyon Private Game Reserve sits on 6100-hectares of prime Karoo landscape with various separate territories for the wild tigers and cheeta...
Luzitha on the Vaal
Luzitha on the Vaal offers stunning Vaal Dam views and is located in a secure estate situated on the banks of the dam. This self-catering lodge o...
Letlapa Metsi
Letlapa Metsi is a stunning self catering home on 7 hectares of land with over 120m of private Vaal Dam waterfront. The property is architect-des...
Waterford House
Situated in the picturesque Clarens Golf Estate, Waterford House Holiday Home in Clarens offers accommodation for eight guests. There are a numbe...
Roos House
Roos House offers comfortable accommodation in Clarens along the foothills of the Maluti Mountains. From here you only 6km from the town centre ...
The Bubble Valley Clarens
The Bubble Valley offers a breathtaking escape from the hustle and bustle in a unique tented suite. Outside each tent there is a terrace and a Ja...
Buffalo Hills Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Hills Mountain Lodge provides accommodation in Harrismith in five chalets that may only be booked for exclusive use. The chalets are atta...
Saints Rest
Saint's Rest is a self catering holiday home located in Clarens on the golf course. The house sleeps eight guests in four bedrooms each with an e...
Talking Trees Self-Catering House
Talking Trees offers comfortable self catering accommodation in Clarens. This three bedroom holiday home offers peaceful comfort, which makes vis...
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