Pretoria

Notable spots

• 📍

  Union Buildings

  Landmark

  The grand seat of government, set in terraced gardens.

• 🏯

  Voortrekker Monument

  History

  A massive granite monument with sweeping city views.

• 👪

  National Zoological Garden

  Family

• 🎎

  Freedom Park

  Culture

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec

👕 Pretoria in Oct: T-shirts, shorts and breathable fabrics; sunscreen and water; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.