Guest Houses Accommodation Near Freedom Park
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
Nearby Attractions & Landmarks
Correctional Services Museum, Church Square, Union Buildings, Groenkloof Nature Reserve, Voortrekker Monument, Wonderboom Nature Reserve
Freedom Park Reviews
More info about Freedom Park
A helicopter flip is our suggested first introduction of Freedom Park, to provide a lovely aerial perspective of the 52ha Park perched on top of Salvo Hill just outside of Pretoria city centre.
Freedom Park was an ambitious but highly successful project undertaken in 2004 to not only honour those who fought for freedom but also an exploration into the mixed bag of cultures that makes South Africa so unique. The park reflects on the major events in South African history, from the beginning of the apartheid era to the present and how they impacted on the country’s citizens.
The impressive Garden of Remembrance contains plants from all regions of South Africa and the S'khumbuto memorial, a bunker-like structure that houses the Gallery of Leaders. Outside is the Wall of Names of those who died in their fight for freedom, an amphitheatre and an eternal flame. Also in the gardens is an area set aside for... Show more
About Guest Houses
For a more down to earth experience there are guest houses. Less expensive than hotels, they offer a more homey environment, as well as more privacy. Converted from a private house it’s a much gentler environment and for those with furry friends, there are also pet friendly options. They are usually well situated with shops and places of interest nearby. Being so small it offers a much more personal and intimate attention to it’s upkeep, leaving you with a more polished and homely experience.