Top Things to do in Kimberley
Top Restaurants in Kimberley
Top 9 Things to do in Kimberley, South Africa
Discover the best top things to do in Kimberley, South Africa including Kimberley Mine Museum, The Big Hole Kimberley, Magersfontein Battlefield, McGregor Museum, Wildebeest Kuil Rock Art Centre, Rooipoort Nature Reserve, Kalahari-Oranje Museum, Kimberley Transport Museum, Flamingo World.
Restaurants in Kimberley
1. Kimberley Mine Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 194 reviews
Restored buildings at this historic site include a pub, a smoke shop and the De Beers family home. The mine itself is an astonishing crater from which over 22 million tons of earth has been removed by hand.
Reviewed By yoganathan g
Visited with family on Sunday afternoon. As this was peak season, it was fairly full. The tickets are reasonably priced and information on hand is detailed. One needs to spend almost a day to really extract all the details. However the guided tour that provides the history of the area is most useful - the tour starts off with an interesting movie, then an underground visit and thereafter a visit to the big hole, before proceeding to a timeline of events that occurred in the diamond history. Very interesting and definite must see during a visit to Kimberly. The place is wel, managed and organized.
2. The Big Hole Kimberley
Overall Ratings
4 based on 627 reviews
During a visit to the Big Hole in Kimberley, South Africa you will not only see the largest man made hole in the world but also the largest diamond display in the world. Various displays will introduce you to the world of diamond mining and all aspects of diamonds as well as the history of diamonds in South Africa. On show is also the Old Town witch will give you an idea of what Kimberley looked like more than 100 years ago. We have various shops on the site where you could buy curios as well as diamonds and jewellery. Also available is a coffee shop and bar to quench your thirst and hunger. We are fully wheelchair friendly. Open every day of the year from 08:00 to 17:00 Guided tours on offer.
Reviewed By karina d - Manchester, United Kingdom
we were here in a quiet period so we had a guide to ourselves. David was very good. Very informative and willing to listen to our contributions (my father was a miner) very good video at the start showing life for miners black and white.Not alot has changed for some black people since.
3. Magersfontein Battlefield
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By NR1234562014 - Brackenfell, South Africa
Visiting the battlefield and museum was an experience worth it. Walking around the paths and viewing the strategy of both the English and Boer sides, was impressive. The items in the museum was preserved very well. Made you think.
4. McGregor Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By 369heather - Sandton, South Africa
This is a delightful old building with a varied history. The information is portioned into different areas of history of both Kimberly, the different wars, the development of South Africa's history and much more. I am sure it is a great source of information for local schools on trips etc.
5. Wildebeest Kuil Rock Art Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By louisageary - Cape Town Central, South Africa
While we have explored numerous painted rock art sites, this was my first experience of rock engravings. The interesting hilltop site was brought to life by Petrus, the resident expert.
6. Rooipoort Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Charlotte P - Klerksdorp, North-West, South Africa
In this reserve there is many wildlife to see - a lot of sebras, impalas, springbokke and at the one waterhole we even find a mountain tortoise. There are also koi fish in the waterhole.
7. Kalahari-Oranje Museum
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Stuart L
I was disappointed in the Kalahari Orange Museum, apparently the only museum in Upington. Inside was a Shambles with alot of unlabelled miss matched junk. Although there were 3 Martini Henry doppies and a canon projectile in one of the cabinets. The wagons outside, degrading in the open air, breaks my heart as valuable treasures are being destroyed. Entrance was R30 per person and clearly this money does not go to the upkeep of this museum. I wish I had not visited here as I left angry and extremely disappointed.
8. Kimberley Transport Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Majubandoda - Johannesburg, South Africa
The only information you will find on the Railway Museum is the name on a few signboards dotted about town. Well, go out of your way to find it, you will definitely enjoy the museum. It is a haven of Sout African Railways history and memorabilia. It is well maintained and has a plethora of most interesting and interactive displays. The kids absolutely loved it and had to be dragged out. The cut-away section of a real locomotive is amazing and such fun for kids and adults alike. There is lovely railway poetry on the walls and fascinating old books and ledgers. A wide range of wonderful historical exhibits and information. Definitely a must see for Railways buffs and anyone who has ever been fascinated by trains and train travel.
9. Flamingo World
Overall Ratings
3 based on 32 reviews
The intoxicating era of the Diamond Rush has returned to Kimberley with the advent of the Flamingo Casino. It is a renaissance celebration of the turn-of-the-century style and romance of this Victorian age. The design of the Flamingo Casino is based on the contemporary architecture of the gracious buildings in modern Kimberley that survived the heady days of the diamond rush.The Flamingo Casino is passionate about always providing their customers with a Fun Filled, Exciting and Memorable Gaming Entertainment Experience.Teemane's much anticipated Flamingo Casino provides an exceptional leisure and entertainment facility for adults. The Flamingo Casino is situated adjacent to the Kimberley Golf Club and guests can enjoy both the incentive of a challenging course and a stimulating casino experience.The focal point of the development is the Casino with 11 tables and over 250 state-of-the-art slot machines. The exotic texture and brilliant pink shades of its namesake are accentuated throughout the design and décor.The casino is flanked on one side by a family restaurant, Squires Gill and Bar, providing a lavish dining experience, as well as the Flamingo Conference Centre. There are bars and a small retail component. Accommodation is available at the 90-room Road Lodge Kimberley.
Reviewed By Sue B
We're advisedvthat new restaurant opened in September. Delightful waitress. Good service. Special R89 for 250g steak.baked potato and onion rings with a full glass of wine. A real special and very tasty. Unfortunately can't say much about the lodge. No facilities and very basic. No kettle in room. Sml shower and basin . Exact Change needed for vending machine which reception did not have. Room clean. One pillow. Blanket and counterpane on bed.
