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Pietermaritzburg
KZN National Botanical Garden (PMB)
Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse
Alexandra Park
KwaZulu-Natal Museum
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Pietermaritzburg

Things to Do in Pietermaritzburg in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated July 2025) | Trip.com

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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Pietermaritzburg? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Midlands CineCentre

Midlands CineCentre

3.1
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KZN National Botanical Garden (PMB)

KZN National Botanical Garden (PMB)

3.1
5.0/55 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Pietermaritzburg Showgrounds

Pietermaritzburg Showgrounds

3.0
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Msunduzi

Msunduzi

2.8
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Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

2.7
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Alexandra Park

Alexandra Park

2.7
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Harry Gwala Stadium

Harry Gwala Stadium

2.7
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Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife

Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife

2.7
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"Natural scenery"
KwaZulu-Natal Museum

KwaZulu-Natal Museum

2.7
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"Museums"
Virgin Active Gym Cascades

Virgin Active Gym Cascades

2.7
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Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Pietermaritzburg, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Regal Inn Pmburg

Regal Inn Pmburg

3.6/54 Reviews
Thembelihle B&B

Thembelihle B&B

3.9/55 Reviews
Redlands Hotel

Redlands Hotel

3.9/519 Reviews
79 on Ridge

79 on Ridge

4.8/533 Reviews
Bancroft B&B

Bancroft B&B

4.3/527 Reviews
Lexden Guesthouse

Lexden Guesthouse

4.5/512 Reviews
Ascot Inn

Ascot Inn

3.8/527 Reviews
Gateside Guesthouse

Gateside Guesthouse

4.5/538 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Pietermaritzburg dishes and foodie spots.
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Essence.

Essence.

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"Coffee Shops"
RJ's Famous Rib Steakhouse

RJ's Famous Rib Steakhouse

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Avg. PHP1,147/person
"Barbeque"
Boulder Creek Spur Steak Ranch

Boulder Creek Spur Steak Ranch

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Avg. PHP303/person
"Western-style"
Botanic Restaurant

Botanic Restaurant

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Avg. PHP615/person
"Latin American"
Nando's

Nando's

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"Western-style"
Nando's

Nando's

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"Western-style"
RocoMamas Scottsville

RocoMamas Scottsville

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Avg. PHP326/person
"Fast Food"
Jayz Grill

Jayz Grill

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"Barbeque"
Mugg & Bean

Mugg & Bean

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"Coffee Shops"
Panarottis Liberty Mall

Panarottis Liberty Mall

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"Bakeries"
Ocean Basket

Ocean Basket

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"Seafood"
John Dory's

John Dory's

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"Japanese"

Pietermaritzburg Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Botanical gardens in the sleepy hollow
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Botanical gardens in the sleepy hollow

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