Pretoria North (original) (raw)
Despite sounding as if it should describe a collection of suburbs north of the city centre of Tshwane, Pretoria North is in fact a suburb in its own right.
True to its name, Pretoria North does lie north of the Magaliesberg range of mountains that is the accepted boundary between town and the northern suburbs; further north even than the suburbs of Rietfontein, Villieria and Wonderboom South, Pretoria North lies on the other side of the Apies River from Annlin.
This strip of undulating hills of green, which are the lower hills or foothills of the Magaliesberg, is also home to the Wonderboom Nature Reserve, one of the major reasons for heading out to the northern suburbs specifically to visit the incredible example of the wild willowleaf fig tree, or wonderboom (miracle tree) that is over a thousand years old. Planted at the foot of the Magaliesberg, the outlying branches of this enormous example have rooted themselves around the parent tree, forming three concentric circles of daughter trees around the original parent tree. In total, the tree and its daughters cover a 50 metre area.
Onderstepoort also lies out here north of Pretoria North. Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute is the faculty of veterinary science of the University of Pretoria with important ties with the Royal College of Veterinary Science in the UK.
Pretoria North is an ideal suburb to stay if you intend overnighting before continuing on your journey north along the N1 to the Kruger National Park via Polokwane. You are also ideally placed if exploring the Magaliesberg and Hartebeespoort Dam, both of which provide a welcome respite for both residents of Pretoria and Johannesburg who enjoy this area over weekends.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Guest House
Mmakosha Lodge
Mmakosha Lodge is situated in Grootvlei, Pretoria North and offers accommodation in a relaxing and safe environment close to major Gauteng busine...
Guest House
Pretoria North Lodge
Pretoria North Lodge is nestled at the foot of the Magaliesberg mountain range in Pretoria. The spacious rooms offer accommodation that puts emph...
Guest House / Bed & Breakfast
La Frans Guesthouse
Enjoy the warm hospitality at La Frans Guest House in Pretoria in one of the most attractive suburbs north of the city. Located in Karenpark, La ...
Hotel
Casta Diva
Casta Diva offers accommodation in a boutique hotel that has the rustic charm of an historic mansion and offers a world of luxury surrounded by n...
Guest House
Shai Shai Hills
Set in Akasia, Shai Shai Hills offers comfortable accommodation in Pretoria with beautiful views of the Magaliesburg Mountains. The Guest House o...
Guest House / Bed & Breakfast
Casa Albergo Guest House
Casa Albergo Guest House offers five stylish rooms with en-suite bathrooms. All the rooms have satellite TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fridge and ...
Self Catering
Soenie Studio Cottage
Soenie Studio Cottage offers accommodation in Pretoria in three separate studio rooms. Guests have access to a garden and there is secure parking...
Things to do in the area
Miscellaneous
Coffee & Cake amongst the Roses
Stop for Coffee and Cake at Spiced Coffee, the restaurant amongst the roses. Spiced Coffee specialises in rosy treats such as rose milkshakes, ro...
Nurseries
Ludwig�s Rose Farm
Ludwig�s Roses was established in 1971, north of Pretoria. From small beginnings, through hard work and passion this specialist nursery has grown...
Miscellaneous
National Library of South Africa
The National Library of South Africa (NLSA) in Pretoria holds a collection of South African published books, rare manuscripts, maps, newspapers, ...
Restaurants: Bistros & Pubs
Khuwana Tavern
The Khuwana Tavern is the busiest pub in South Africa offering exceptional food at great prices and selling more beer than anyone else in the Nor...
Family Entertainment
Market On Main
Market on Main Johannesburg saw such resounding success in the City of Gold (Gauteng) that the city of Pretoria has followed suit and was proud t...
Art Galleries
The Javett Art Centre
Staying overnight in Pretoria gives visitors so many opportunities to experience the culture and beauty of South Africa. The University of Pretor...
Noteworthy attractions
Golf Courses
Irene Country Club
The Irene Golf Club has one of the most attractive golf courses imaginable, next to Van der Byl Farm in the small, leafy village of Irene. Irene ...
Golf Courses
Waterkloof Golf Club
Waterkloof Golf Club is also the home of South African cricketing icon, AB De Villiers. Waterkloof is situated on the undulating slopes of Pretor...
Golf Courses
Pretoria Country Club
Founded in 1910, the Pretoria Country Club nestles in the scenic beauty of Waterkloof, one of the city�s most prestigious suburbs. Over the years...
Golf Courses
Pretoria Golf Club
Pretoria Golf Club, or Pretoria West as it is popularly known, is steeped in history. It was established in 1894, which makes it the oldest club ...
Golf Courses
Silver Lakes Golf Course
Silver Lakes Country Club is part of an upmarket residential estate which is situated in genuine Bushveld country, 20 kilometres to the east of P...
Golf Courses
Wingate Park Country Club
Lush and luxuriant in the wet summer months and well groomed throughout the year, the championship Wingate Park course has been rated among the t...
Golf Courses
Woodhill Golf Course
Woodhill Country Club and residential estate is situated in the eastern suburbs of Pretoria and the layout consists of two very different halves ...
Nature Reserves
Wonderboom Nature Reserve
Named after the wild fig (Ficus salicifolia) Wonderboom, for which the reserve is famous, and which grows at the foot of the northern slopes of t...
Landmarks
Pretoria Tours
Pretoria also serves as one of the country�s three capital cities, officially the executive or administrative capital. With plenty to see and do ...
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