A Guide to Accommodation, Activities, Restaurants & Businesses in Magaliesburg, South Africa

General Information

Magaliesburg is situated in the Bojanala region of the North West Province in South Africa. An excellent retreat for those looking for a quiet break after the hustle and bustle of city life, Magaliesburg is the ideal location. Approximately an hour away from Johannesburg and Pretoria, this enchanting, peaceful and beautiful area provides food-for-the-weary-soul.

Magaliesburg is home to a variety of bird-life, indigenous woodlands and attractive mountains and rivers, which gives visitors plenty to do and see. This small town does not seem to have changed much over the years, which is part of the attraction for tourists.

Meandering through the town visitors will be delighted with the multitude of artistic, pottery, sculpture and other crafting shops around. This is not to mention the number of spas and wellness centres which tourists can experience.

Historically, the earliest species of primitive man was discovered at the Sterkfontein Caves approximately 20 minutes outside of Magaliesburg. Whether staying for a weekend or longer, Magaliesburg has plenty on offer to keep the whole family entertained.

Accommodation

There is a range of accommodation options available in Magaliesburg including bed and breakfasts, guest houses, road lodges, self-catering units and camp sites.

Please see the accommodation directory for more information.

Activities

The area provides a multitude of walks and hikes with trails ranging from gentle to the more strenuous. Mountain biking, horse riding and white-water rafting are popular past-times for visitors. Other things to do in Magaliesburg include the following:-

GoVertical Mountaineering Adventures
The Spectacular Magaliesberg Canopy Tour
Microlighting - Davies Aircraft Corporation
Adventure Tours
Magalies Express Train
Hot Air Ballooning
Abseiling
Zoo

Businesses

Magaliesburg has a thriving business community. There are many shops and local products and produce to choose from. Please see the business directory for more information on the businesses in the area, or add your own free business listing.

There are many restaurants available to suit every visitors budget, with its great selection of restaurants, coffee shops and pubs to choose from.