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Family-Friendly Attractions
Top 20 Family-Friendly Attractions in South Africa [2025]
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Gold Reef City Theme Park
4.7
/5
86 reviews
8.2
Based on 1,903 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +27112485000
Address: Northern Pkwy & Data Cres, Johannesburg, 2159, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.6 of Best Things to Do in South Africa
Highlights:
Gold Rush-era architecture preserved
Gold rush attire & roaming peacocks
51% positive reviews
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I have been there twice , and wish to go back again …. did not explore it enough. it’s easy to navigate and find things around
South Africa was once the world's largest gold mining area, so it also attracted many gold diggers from all over the world. The gold mining city witnessed the rise and fall of the South African gold industry, but now it has become a tourist area, which is also very beautiful.
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Kruger National Park
4.8
/5
91 reviews
8.0
Based on 2,809 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +27137354000
Address: South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.7 of Best Things to Do in South Africa
48% positive reviews
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Join a tour group in South Africa and visit the largest wildlife reserve in South Africa - Kruger National Park. Depart from the hotel early in the morning and take the hotel breakfast. Take an open-top off-road vehicle to look for elephants, rhinos, lions, antelopes, giraffes, wild buffaloes, zebras, crocodiles, hippos, leopards, wildebeests, impalas, birds and other exotic animals and rare birds in the bushes and lakes. Have a picnic at noon.
I have consistently visited the Kruger National Park and have never been disappointed. Every visit has offered different types of sightings. The rest camps are great. Prepare for losing cell phone signal in certain parts of the park which is honestly a blessing in disguise. Always take some snacks and extra water.
Lion & Safari Park
4.6
/5
73 reviews
7.3
Based on 2,298 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +27871500100
Address: R512 Pelindaba Rd, Broederstroom, 0240, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.16 of Best Things to Do in South Africa
45% positive reviews
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We visited wildlife parks near Johannesburg, the most famous of which was the Lion Park. There are many wildlife parks in South Africa, and the types of wild animals are also very complete. However, there are some problems with the security in Johannesburg, so we need to be vigilant.
Seeing animals in Africa, including lions and elephants, is a must for a trip to South Africa. There are a lot of monkeys in the lion park. It is exciting to sit in the tour bus and see the lions up close.
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Valley of Waves
4.6
/5
32 reviews
6.7
Based on 1,570 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +27145573454
Address: Sun City Resort, Sun City, 0316, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
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Highlights:
Large artificial beach resort surrounded
6500 sq ft artificial beach pool
25% positive reviews
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The Wave Valley in Sun City is actually an artificial beach. Huge waves are created here every once in a while, which brings great fun to the tourists playing here. There is also a sandy beach here, which is of course an artificial beach, but the scenery created is very good, giving people the illusion of being on the beach.
Wave Valley is a large artificial beach. The water here is also light blue, and there is white sand, just like at the seaside. Every once in a while, there will be very huge waves here, and people will cheer up and down against the waves, which is very exciting, stimulating and fun.
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uShaka Marine World
4.5
/5
35 reviews
6.6
Based on 4,390 reviews
Durban Beachfront | >100 km from downtown
Phone +27313288000
Address: 1 King Shaka Ave, Point, Durban, 4001, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 3 hours
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Highlights:
Dolphin & sea lion show
Dolphin show & performance
35% positive reviews
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Ushaka is a interesting experience. We spent a Saturday enjoying Seaworld. The staff are very unfriendly and not welcoming. The ticket booth cashiers don’t welcome you with a smile and give you no guidance as to how to book, what to do during the day. They just sit there waiting for you to tell them what you want. A disgrace and not difficult for management to address.
Durban uShaka Underwater World Aquarium is a very interesting marine world. There are not only many precious marine animals living here, but also wonderful animal performances. It will definitely open your eyes and make you linger.
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Pilanesberg National Park
4.6
/5
85 reviews
6.5
Based on 1,673 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +27145551600
Address: Mogwase, 0314, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
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Highlights:
Home to 4 Big Five animals
Big Five safari in jeep
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Early in the morning, no, early in the morning, anyway, we set off before dawn in order to match the animals' schedule because today is another day to see animals. How come there are so many animals to see in South Africa?
Different from the cute little ones before, what we saw today were all fierce and fierce, such as African elephants, African leopards, African antelopes, and African rhinos. Anyway, they were all local African brands, guaranteed to be genuine.
The place we went to is called Pilanesberg Game Reserve. It is located in the north of South Africa, north of Sun City. It is the fourth largest wildlife park in South Africa, covering an area of more than 500 square kilometers.
I have been to many wildlife parks, and I have run a lot in outdoor wilderness like this. To be honest, it is really a physical job. First of all, you have to have good eyesight. Usually, in order not to affect the animals themselves, vehicles will not stop too close. At this time, you have to be able to distinguish them in time. Secondly, you have to have a good guy, at least a long lens, otherwise it is quite strenuous to rely on the focus and anti-shake of the mobile phone. Thirdly, you have to turn your neck quickly because someone in front, behind, left, and right of you will suddenly tell you that a certain animal or a group of certain animals have appeared in a certain direction, and you have to turn around immediately.
How to say it, it is very suitable for friends who like animals and have a curiosity. People like me who can't get up in the morning Those who can't even open their glasses are more tired, haha
The Pilanesberg National Park in Sun City is very large, and the area of the entire park is equivalent to that of Singapore. Many rare wild animals on the African continent live here. Lions, elephants, giraffes, porcupines and other unique animals on the African continent can all be seen here, which is definitely a thriving scene.
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
4.7
/5
95 reviews
6.1
Based on 10,135 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +27217998783
Address: Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
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53% positive reviews
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I can tell you that the atmosphere is really great. The trip also offers installment payment for tickets. What are you waiting for? Let's go!
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens is the national botanical garden in Cape Town. It is located in the tropics, so the plants are very lush. Although there are many tourists, the entire botanical garden is very large and the scenery is quite beautiful. It is also recommended to visit when you come to Cape Town.
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Johannesburg Zoo
4.5
/5
29 reviews
5.9
Based on 1,187 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +27116462000
Address: and, Shop U 30 Keyes, Jellicoe Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
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Highlights:
Home to 2000 animals & 300 species
Close wildlife encounters & vastness
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We had a lovely time at the Johannesburg zoo. The zoo is very green, lush and spacious and has a great diversity of animals. it’s a very nice environment to stroll around and learn about the different animals.
Visiting the Johannesburg Zoo is also a must-see attraction for many people. After all, the African animal world has always been what we yearn for. In the Johannesburg Zoo, we can see many African animals.
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V&A Waterfront
4.8
/5
83 reviews
5.7
Based on 14,556 reviews
Waterfront | >100 km from downtown
Phone +27214087600
Address: Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
No.2 of Night Attractions in South Africa
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Due to its wide harbor and deep water, Hong Kong, China is also known as the "Pearl of the Orient" and "one of the three major night views in the world". The name of Victoria Harbor comes from Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. People can enter and exit freely all year round. In the early years, the British saw the potential of becoming an excellent port in East Asia. Later, they seized Hong Kong from the Qing government and developed their maritime trade in the Far East. Victoria Harbor has always influenced Hong Kong's history and culture, dominated the development of Hong Kong's economy and tourism, and is one of the keys to Hong Kong's becoming an international metropolis.
Our hotel is near the Pier Square, a very beautiful place. There are a lot of people here during the day, but we go out early and come back late to visit various attractions. We can only go there early in the morning. The scenery is nice, and during the day it feels a bit like Fisherman's Wharf.
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Two Oceans Aquarium
4.4
/5
35 reviews
5.0
Based on 5,388 reviews
Waterfront | >100 km from downtown
Phone +27214183823
Address: Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
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Highlights:
Microorganism exhibit & attachments
Certified visitors meet sand sharks
55% positive reviews
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The Two Ocean Aquarium is great for little kids that would like to see the underwater world
A stunning aquarium located on the V&A Waterfront. We visited during a rainy day in Cape Town and enjoyed seeing the daily penguin walk and fish feeding. The aquarium does amazing work focus in conservation and public education. This is a must visit!
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