Top Things to do in Free State
What to do and see in Free State, South Africa: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Discover the best top things to do in Free State, South Africa including Skydive Parys, Kiki’s Vintage Photo Studio, The National Museum, Free State National Botanical Garden, Oliewenhuis Art Museum, Golden Gate Highlands National Park, LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary, The Dell Cheetah Centre, Bagamoya Wildlife Estate, Jenlees Country Shop and Bistro.
Restaurants in Free State
1. Skydive Parys
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 96 reviews
Skydive Parys offers the adrenalin junkie and thrill seeker a chance to experience the very awesome world of Skydiving by participating in a Tandem Skydive over the Famous Vrederfort Dome World Heritage Site in Parys, South Africa. No previous experience needed to participate in a Tandem Skydive.
2. Kiki’s Vintage Photo Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Fabulous photo studio. Everlasting memories. Surprise engagements. Cross dress fun photos. Graphic designing. Vintage dress up. Corporate events. Workshop venue. Family photos. Beautiful. Other. Couples. Boudoir. Babies. Fun. Bookings essential. We are a destination.
Reviewed By systemscoachza - Greater Johannesburg, South Africa
Wonderful Dress Up photo studio - great authentic vintage clothing in a wonderful setting and a talented, enthusiastic photographer behind the lens. A combination not to be missed when your in Parys
3. The National Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Excavated fossils are among the many fascinating items at this natural history museum.
Reviewed By jill464 - Cape Town, South Africa
Immense care is taken with the exhibits. It is always most interesting to visit. The staff are friendly and a pleasure to talk to.
4. Free State National Botanical Garden
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4.5 based on 116 reviews
This carefully landscaped and colorful garden, with paved walkways, nature talks and moonlight walks, is popular year round.
Reviewed By Simonwien1961 - Rushden, United Kingdom
This was my second visit to the Gardens its a well maintained beautiful and peaceful place the entrance fee is so cheap 28 Rand under £2 & $2. I walked all around to the top of the hill and down with nice views. There are plenty of different birds to see on my first visit in March 2018 the dam didn't have any water in it but this time it did so able to watch many waterfowl there is a bird hide to view them, I saw a coot couple building a nest on the dam I loved it watching the male swimming out to collect twigs for the female to build her nest it was so sweet. Later in the afternoon the Mongooses come out and walk around. The restaurant is very cheap with nice food too just be careful of the swallow who seems to like to attack you as you enter the restaurant. My only suggestion to make it better is to put the price up a little and supply a map I have seen some people complain about the noise from the Motorway but unless there is a very noisy lorry you hardly notice it.
5. Oliewenhuis Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By ruthsZ2714QE
We looked up places to visit and enjoyed going round the museum especially the film of William Kentridge which is very powerful. The sculptures in the garden are amazing and it’s free entry.
6. Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 495 reviews
Reviewed By LorenS728 - Johannesburg, South Africa
Each time we visit Witsieshoek hotel in the Drakensberg and/or Clarens we schedule a visit to this gorgeous serene mountainous National Park...we visit the Vulture Restaurant and often see the rare Bearded Vultures, I book a horse back ride for an hour and get up close with some of Africas awesome antelope and zebras. Breath taking views and peace and quiet...if this is what your soul needs, do yourself a favour and go. You dont need a 4x4 vehicle.
7. LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
LIONSROCK is a big cat sanctuary established by FOUR PAWS, the global animal welfare organisation for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Our vision is a world where humans treat animals with respect, empathy and understanding.
Reviewed By Q5958LTsusanb
A truly unique and wonderful experience that allows a tourist to make a diference . I couldn't beleive how deeply this place touched me
8. The Dell Cheetah Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
9. Bagamoya Wildlife Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
Bagamoya Wildlife Estate is a lion sanctuary farm, ideally situated about 25km from the Bloemfontein International Airport and 35km from the centre of the City of Bloemfontein, Free State Province, South Africa. A beautiful getaway place, where you get the chance to move around in the African bush, and see the African wildlife in a way that will leave you captivated. There are currently over 27 lions at Bagamoya and you can have the opportunity to interact with some them. You will get extremely close to lions and tigers, you will never forget this amazing moment! Interactions are possible on Saturdays & Sundays from 9am to 6pm, also during the week on reservation. Bagamoya offers all the necessary facilities to give you a relaxed and comfortable stay: the Lioness Restaurant with children's play area and swimming pool, a Mini-Zoo with animals from all over the world, self-catering Chalets and outdoor activities. The Estate is also the perfect venue for functions of any kinds (weddings, birthdays parties, kids parties, conferences, corporate functions, and more).
Reviewed By C3834GSmichellec
If you go to Bloemfontein this is one place you do not want to miss. Support these guys and if you can donate funds to them, because they are doing great work with these beautiful animals. It is amazing what costs are involved so if you know anyone wanting to support a great cause, Botha and Sharline Barnard need all our help. My afternoon spent there( after a very tough trip for family reasons ) was a great distraction and their kindness and hospitality was incredible.
10. Jenlees Country Shop and Bistro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Verototoo - Cape Town, South Africa
IT is a nice unpretentious place like the ones you would like to find more often... The food is good and made from fresh products, the environment is funky with vintage decoration and animal running around... A nice place to have a break
