
CSIR International Convention Centre




The CSIR International Convention Centre is a premier event venue located within the CSIR campus in Brummeria, Pretoria. Known for its modern facilities, it hosts conferences, exhibitions, seminars, and corporate events. Surrounded by greenery, it offers a professional yet tranquil atmosphere ideal for both local and international gatherings.
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EVENT & CONFERENCE CENTRE
Mon - Fri: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm (sat - sun closed)
📍 1.5 km | 🚗 4 min drive
Pretoria National Botanical Garden




Across 76 hectares, explore wetlands, cycads, succulents, medicinal and useful-plant gardens, a waterfall, and tearoom—hosted by the South African National Biodiversity Institute since 1946
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NATURE & OUTDOOR
Mon - Sun: 08:00 – 18:00
📍 1.6 km | 🚗 4 min drive
Pretoria Art Museum




Established in 1964, the Pretoria Art Museum is a cultural gem situated in Arcadia Park, Pretoria. The museum houses over 5,000 artworks, focusing primarily on South African art from the 17th century to contemporary pieces
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MUSEUMS & HERITAGE
Tues–Sun: 10am–5pm (closed Mondays)
📍 7.7 km | 🚗 14 min drive
Virgin Active – Menlyn Maine




A world-class fitness club conveniently located within the Menlyn Maine lifestyle precinct—ideal for guests looking to stay active without stepping far. Whether you’re into high-intensity training, swimming laps, or winding down with yoga, Virgin Active offers something for every kind of wellness journey.
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WELLNESS & FITNESS
Mon - Thrs: 05:00 – 21:00
Fri: 05:30 – 21:00
Sat & Sun: 07:00 – 14:00
📍 6.7 km | 🚗 12 min drive
Faerie Glen Nature Reserve




A scenic 128‑ha urban reserve featuring three hiking loops through grassland and bushveld, the Moreleta Spruit river, abundant birdlife (150+ species), picnic spots, and a tea garden at the entrance
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NATURE & OUTDOOR
Mon - Sun: 06:00 – 18:00
📍 3.5 km | 🚗 7 min drive
Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve




A serene 100-hectare nature reserve nestled in the foothills of Moreleta Kloof, offering a peaceful escape with well-maintained walking trails, abundant wildlife, and scenic landscapes.
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NATURE & OUTDOOR
Mon - Sun: 06:00 – 18:00
📍 7.9 km | 🚗 15 min drive
Central Square @ Menlyn Maine




Central Square is the vibrant heart of the Menlyn Maine precinct, blending shopping, dining, wellness, and leisure. Anchored by stylish boutiques (e.g. Tashas, Koi, Ribs & Burgers) and beauty services, it’s also home to Camelot Spa and Virgin Active gym. It's situated next to the SunBet Arena, Time Square Casino, and luxury hotels, making it a all-in-one destination for work, play, and relaxation.
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SHOPPING & LIFESTYLE
Mon - Sat: 09:00 – 19:00
Sun & Pub: 09:00 – 17:00
📍 6.7 km | 🚗 12 min drive
Nu Metro Cinema & Rooftop Drive-In




Enjoy the ultimate movie experience at Nu Metro Menlyn, home to state-of-the-art Scene Xtreme theatres and Africa’s first Rooftop Drive-In.Whether you're in the mood for a blockbuster on the big screen or a retro-style night under the stars, this cinema brings premium entertainment to life just 12 minutes from Lydiana.
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ENTERTAINMENT & NIGHTLIFE
Mon - Sun: 10:00 – late
📍 6.5 km | 🚗 12 min drive
Watermayer shopping Centre




A cozy neighbourhood mall best known for convenience and essential retail. It’s home to a selection of trusted shops and services in a neat, accessible layout. The centre is wheelchair-friendly and well-suited for quick trips or everyday errands
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SHOPPING & LIFESTYLE
Mon - Fri: 9:00am – 18:00pm
Sat: 08:00am – 18:00pm
Sun: 08:00am – 17:00pm
📍 1.5 km | 🚗 4 min drive
SunBet Arena @ Time Square




A world-class, multipurpose indoor arena in Menlyn Maine capable of seating 8,500 (or 10,000 standing)—hosting major concerts, exhibitions, conferences, and live shows from local and international artists
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ENTERTAINMENT & NIGHTLIFE
Varies by event (usually evenings)
📍 7.1 km | 🚗 13 min drive
Fort Klapperkop Military Museum




Fort Klapperkop is a historic military fort built in 1898 to protect Pretoria during the Second Anglo-Boer War. Today, it serves as a museum showcasing South Africa’s military history, with exhibits from the Great Trek to 1902. The fort features a unique German-style dry moat and drawbridge, and houses various artifacts, including rifles, furniture, and the last tram used in Pretoria. Visitors can also see a statue commemorating members of the South African Defence Force who lost their lives during service.
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MUSEUMS & HERITAGE
Tues–Sun: 9am–4pm (closed Mondays)
📍 9 km | 🚗 16 min drive
Pioneer Museum (Silverton)




A captivating open-air museum that immerses visitors in the early settler life of 19th-century South Africa. Located on the historic Hartebeestpoort farm, the museum features the oldest building in Pretoria—the 1848 House—constructed using traditional materials like clay, mud, and dung. Guided tours offer hands-on experiences, including bread baking in a clay oven, candle making, cow milking, and demonstrations of traditional farming techniques
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MUSEUMS & HERITAGE
Mon–Fri: 8am–4pm Sat–Sun: 9am–4pm
📍 5.3 km | 🚗 ~9 min
Camelot Spa – Menlyn Maine




Located on the first floor of Central Square Menlyn Maine, Camelot Spa offers a tranquil escape for relaxation and rejuvenation. The spa features six luxurious treatment rooms, a nail and pedicure lounge, and wellness facilities including a jacuzzi, steam room, and sauna. Guests can indulge in a range of treatments using premium product lines such as Thalgo La Beauté Marine, CSpa Aroma Wellness, Bellabaci, and Milk Solutions .
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WELLNESS & FITNESS
Mon - Thrs: 05:00 – 21:00
Fri: 05:30 – 21:00
Sat & Sun: 07:00 – 14:00
📍 6.7 km | 🚗 12 min drive
Struben Dam Bird Sanctuary




A tranquil urban nature reserve surrounding a small dam, ideal for relaxed walks, birdwatching, fishing (catch‑and‑release), and picnicking. The sanctuary’s camas biome includes wetlands and grasslands with over 120 recorded bird species and fish like tilapia and carp—you may spot kingfishers, herons, ducks, or even raptors. Facilities include walking paths, benches, ablution blocks, and fishing pontoons. Dogs on leashes are welcomed. There is no entrance fee.
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NATURE & OUTDOOR
Mon - Sun: 06:00 – 18:00
📍 3.5 km | 🚗 6 min drive
Menlyn Park Shopping Centre




One of Africa’s largest malls, Menlyn Park spans over 177,000 m², with 500+ stores, 37+ restaurants, a central garden square (“Central Park”), play zones, and entertainment like the Nu Metro cinema, indoor trampoline, go‑karting, and rooftop drive‑in cinema
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SHOPPING & LIFESTYLE
Mon–Sat: 9am–8pm | Sun: 9am–6pm
📍 ~6.5 km | 🚗 ~12 min drive
Bounce Inc. Trampoline Park – Menlyn Maine




An energetic indoor trampoline destination offering South Africa’s largest SuperTramp (5 m × 5 m), along with dodgeball courts, slam-dunk hoops, foam pits, wall trampolines, a High Performance Zone, and the adrenaline-fueled X‑Park Adventure Challenge Course (obstacle circuit + aerial zip-runway)
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ENTERTAINMENT & NIGHTLIFE
Mon - Fri: 12:00 – 19:00
Sat: 09:00 – 19:00
Sun: 09:00 – 18:00
📍 6.5 km | 🚗 12 min drive
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