Attractions IN Kimberley
Nature Reserves
Benfontein Nature Reserve
Benfontein Nature Reserve, which lies near Kimberley in the Northern Cape, roughly 430km from Johannesburg, is the one place in the country where you can see Africa's smallest cat - the black-footed cat. But you will have to do your sightings at night as ...
Landmarks / Memorials
Cenotaph
The Cenotaph on Du Toitspan Road is a memorial to 400 of Kimberley's men who died in the Great War (World War I) between 1914 and 1918. Designed by the local architect and artist William Timlin, it was ...
Popular Tourist Routes
Diamond Route
The motive for the route's design is to rehabilitate and conserve six hectares of land for every hectare the company mines, as a way to redress the balance between the use of natural resources and sustaining the ecosystem. Combined the route makes up ...
Memorials
Diggers' Memorial
The Diggers' Memorial depicts five life-sized miners holding up a diamond sieve, high above their heads. Their strength and power is seen as they work hard under the weight of the sieve. This is a working fountain, situated in the heart of the Ernest ...
Game Farms / Game Parks / Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
Dronfield Nature Reserve
Lying just off the N12, a mere 10km north of Kimberley, Dronfield Nature Reserve is on the De Beers Diamond Route. The game farm is a favourite with families who stay in the reserve whilst taking in other Kimberley, and surrounds, highlights - like the ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Jasper Solar Farm
When it came online in late 2014 the Jasper solar farm, near Kimberley, was considered the largest solar project in operation on the continent of Africa. It was also the first renewable energy investment in Africa by search engine giant ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Nature Reserves
Kamfers Dam
Kamfers Dam is particularly significant for its being one of the very few breeding sites for the Lesser Flamingo, which is smaller and paler than its contemporaries. These beautiful birds can be seen in their tens of thousands as they feed and breed in ...
Airports / Landmarks
Kimberley Airport
The Kimberley Airport provides domestic flights into and out of the Northern Cape of South Africa. It's less than 10 kilometres from the centre of the capital city, making it accessible and convenient to those that have booked holiday accommodation in ...
Golf Courses
Kimberley Golf Club
With its famous 'Big Hole' where adventurous prospectors dug for diamonds, the town of Kimberley is steeped in history - and so too is the Kimberley Golf Club, which was established way back in 1890. Many famous names have played at the club. 1890 was ...
Heritage Routes / Landmarks / Memorials
Lodge Road
One of the most historically-rich roads in Belgravia, Lodge Road is filled with Victorian houses that are not only beautiful to look at, but incredibly interesting as well. Kimberley's emergence dates back to the diamond ...
Golf Courses
Magersfontein Memorial Golf Course
Magersfontein is situated near Kimberley in the Northern Cape Province and is known primarily for the Battle of Magersfontein, which was fought between the British and the Boers in 1899. However, it is also known (particularly amongst keen golfers) ...
Game Reserves / National Parks
Mokala National Park
Mokala is one of South Africa's newest National Parks, situated approximately 80km south-southwest of Kimberley, and west of the N12 freeway to Cape Town. Nestled in the hills, Mokala's landscape boasts a variety of koppieveld (hills) and large open ...
National Monuments
Nooitgedacht Glacial Pavements
The scour marks on rock at Nooitgedacht farm, just outside Kimberley, were eroded by glaciers 290 million years ago. Back then the continents looked nothing like they do today. This belt of the Northern Cape, which stretches ...
Landmarks / Religious
St Cyprian's Anglican Cathedral
This understated old parish dates back to 1871 when the congregation met in diggers' camps in the nearby New Rush on the Diamond Fields, later called Kimberley. Before long parishioners were meeting in a tin shanty, a wood and iron church, in Jones ...
Museums / National Monuments
The Big Hole
Kimberley developed around this huge hole in the ground, formerly a small hill known as Colesberg Koppie, where diamonds were discovered early in 1871. An observation platform provides a good view of the Big Hole, about 365 m deep and covering an ...
Attractions AROUND Kimberley
Wine Estates
Northern Cape Wine Estates
With a completely different climate to the Cape Winelands, the Northern Cape produces a number of ranges of wines that boast unique flavours. The wine farms in the east have soils with a higher natural acid content and a lower pH level, which results in ...
Archaeological / Landmarks
Wildebeest Kuil Rock Art Centre
More than a thousand years ago, the area that is now known as the Northern Cape Province was home to indigenous San tribes (also known as Bushmen). A core part of their culture was the rock art that they left ...
... and a little further afield
Museums
Kimberley Mine Museum
Situated next to The Big Hole, this open-air museum (one of the finest in the world) depicts Kimberley in its Victorian heyday during the diamond rush. It incorporates shops and houses, a church, diggers' tavern, Barney Barnato's Boxing Academy, and the ...
Lakes / Dams
Vaal-Harts Dam
The rather stodgy name of Vaal-Harts Storage Weir may explain why the Vaal-harts Dam is not high on the agenda for visitors. It is true that its sole purpose is to divert water from the Vaal River, after which it is named, to the Vaal-Harts government ...
Kimberley as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Barkly West, Douglas, Hartswater, Jan Kempdorp, Warrenton
Staying Overnight
Oak Rest Bed & Breakfast
Oak Rest offers luxury accommodation, great hospitality and a wonderful atmosphere under a large oak tree in Kimberley. Accommodation is offered ...
Mein Heim Estate
Mein Heim is a beautiful farm only 15 minutes drive from the Kimberley city centre. This accommodation in the Kimberley area also offers pony rid...
Purple Steps Guest House
Introducing Purple Steps Guest House offers Kimberley accommodation in Royldene, Here you can expect a warm 'Home Away From Home' experience. The...
Villa Mexicana Guesthouse
Villa Mexicana in Kimberleyoffers modern, spacious accommodation ideally situated for both business or leisure travellers. Villa Mexicana offers ...
House Of Eden
House Of Eden offers comfortable accommodation to couples or groups visiting Kimberley in the Northern Cape. The lodge has 20 well-appointed gues...
Victorian Guest Lodge
The Victorian style guest lodge provides Bed & Breakfast accommodation for business executives, holiday makers, local and international tourists ...
Halfway House Hotel
The Halfway House Hotel, Kimberley is situated on the Belgravia historic route and offers guests visiting the "Diamond City" accommodation in a c...
The Kimberley Club
The Kimberley Club, famous since 1881, is an historical 4-star boutique hotel situated in the Kimberley CBD area, providing luxury accommodation,...
Paljas en Kandas
Paljas en Kandas is a Kimberley guest house situated in a quiet and safe neighbourhood. The guest house offers clean, comfortable and secure acco...
The Last Eve Guesthouse
The Last Eve Guesthouse offers accommodation in Douglas in the Northern Cape. The small town of Douglas lies halfway between Kimberley and the to...
Hillcrest Hosting
Hillcrest Hosting offers cosy overnight accommodation in Kimberley in two rooms located on the owner's property in Hillcrest. The property is ide...
Agros Guest House
Agros Guest House offers top-notch hospitality, ensuring you'll be well taken care of during your stay. The en-suite rooms are equipped with air ...
7A Jameson Guesthouse
7A Jameson Guesthouse offers a charming and affordable accommodation for travelers visiting Kimberley. The guesthouse features seven well-appoint...
Rene's Guesthouse
Rene's offers luxurious and comfortable accommodation for both travellers, businessmen and those looking for a fabulous getaway. Situated in Doug...
The Nook B&B
The Nook B&B is an establishment in Kimberley. Accommodation is offered on a bed and breakfast basis. There are five en-suite rooms which each sl...
Kimberley Boutique Guest Lodge
Kimberley Boutique Guest Lodge is located in Hillcrest, Kimberley. The lodge offers comfortable accommodation within easy reach of numerous shops...
Broadwater River Estate
Endless water views, the call of the fish eagle, breathtaking sunsets and champagne under a starry sky. Broadwater is a private river escape that...
Fancy Yellow Guest House
Fancy Yellow Guest House is an upmarket property offering fine accommodation in a quiet area in Kimberley. Of the eight rooms available, there ar...
Kimberley Manor Guesthouse
Experience the tranquility, comfort and personal attention, found at our Luxurious accommodation, nestled in the heart of the "Diamond City". Her...
Padlangs Self Catering
Padlangs Self Catering offers comfortable self-catering accommodation in Kimberley. The establishment is close to all the major attractions of th...
Caledon Overnight Rooms
Located 3.1km from The Big Hole, Caledon Overnight Rooms provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a shared lounge, ...
Nare Boutique Hotel
Situated 700m from The Big Hole, Nare Boutique Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, parking, a bar and a shared lounge. The hotel has ...
Cygnature Boutique Lodge
Cygnature Boutique Lodge offers accommodation on the Magersfontein Memorial Golf Estate in the lovely area of Modderrivier. Each room is equippe...
Marrick Safari
Nestled in 3000 hectares of unspoilt savannah thornveld close to Kimberley, Marrick Safari offers accommodation in fully equipped cottages. The b...
Sweet Dreams Guesthouse
Sweet Dreams Guesthouse offers comfortable accommodation in Kimberley. Each one of our double rooms has a King-size bed and an en-suite bathroom ...
Midway Overnight Rooms
Midway Overnight Rooms, a property with a garden, braai area and a terrace, is set in Kimberley, a short drive from the Kimberley Mine Museum. Th...
Mc Kala Guest House
Guests enjoy a friendly reception and neat clean accommodation at Mc Kala Guest House. Rooms are equipped with comfortable beds, flat screen TVs,...
Ein Gedi Premier Lodge
Ein Gedi Premier Lodge offers hotel accommodation in Kimberley. The rooms overlook the bushveld area where you can spot a variety of birds and en...
New Rush Guesthouse
New Rush Guesthouse offers guests accommodation where they can experience the Diamond City as it was 100 years ago. Experience luxurious lodging ...
Hadida Guest House
Hadida Guest House offers comfortable, private self-catering accommodation (breakfast on request) in fully equipped, self-contained units, conven...
The Solomon
Located on Solomon Street, The Solomon offers accommodation in tastefully converted and furnished with high quality fixtures and fittings, The So...
Cecil John Rhodes Guest House
Experience the wealth and luxury of yesteryear at this historical property built in 1895. Accommodation ids offered in seven elegantly decorated ...
Kimberley Anne Small Luxury Hotel
Kimberley Anne Small Luxury Hotel has accommodation where you can be at home in an exquisite work of art. All the suites have been designed with ...
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