Erasmus Castle, Pretoria

Name: Erasmus Castle
Address: Pretoria, South Africa

#55 among attractions in Pretoria

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Erasmus Castle, also known as "Die Spookhuis" or "The Haunted House", is an imposing mansion situated on a hill in the Erasmuskloof suburb of Pretoria, South Africa. Originally owned by George Dean Erasmus, it is a unique landmark in the city and rumours of ghosts and supernatural encounters in and around the residence are plentiful. Though the house and its grounds are privately owned by Armscor, public tours or cultural gatherings at the premises can be arranged. The mansion is said to be haunted, and paranormal activity is claimed to include lit windows in the uninhabited mansion, encounters with Dean Erasmus, and hearing disturbing moans at night. ()

Completed: 1903 (122 years ago)Coordinates: 25°48'55"S, 28°15'42"E

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Erasmus Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Menlyn Park, Jan Cilliers Park, Atterbury Theatre, Van Wouw Museum.

2.4 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Menlyn Park, Pretoria
61 min walk • Menlyn Park Shopping Centre is a vibrant retail hub located in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa. Known for its diverse range of shops and entertainment, this shopping centre is a premier destination for both locals and tourists seeking a comprehensive shopping...
3.5 miNW
Park
Jan Cilliers Park, Pretoria
89 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa, Jan Cilliers Park offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This verdant oasis is known for its beautifully landscaped gardens, abundant with indigenous flora that provides a colorful display throughout the...
3.6 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Atterbury Theatre, Pretoria
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3.2 miNW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Van Wouw Museum, Pretoria
82 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa, the Van Wouw Museum stands as a testament to the artistic legacy of Anton van Wouw, the renowned Dutch-born sculptor revered as the father of South African sculpture. This museum, housed in the very studio where Van Wouw...
4.6 miNW
Universities and schools
University of Pretoria, Pretoria
118 min walk • Nestled in the heart of South Africa's administrative capital, the University of Pretoria stands as a beacon of academic excellence and a proud institution of higher learning. Established in 1908, this prestigious public university has grown to become one of the...
4 miNW
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Arts Association, Pretoria
103 min walk • The Pretoria Arts Association is an organization for the promotion and study of the visual arts located in the Nieuw Muckleneuk neighborhood of Pretoria, South Africa.
3.5 miNW
Area
Klapperkop Nature Reserve, Pretoria
89 min walk • Klapperkop Nature Reserve is a nature reserve of some 460 ha in Pretoria, Gauteng, which was established in 1898. It is managed by the Department of Nature Conservation. Fort Klapperkop, completed in 1897, is situated inside the reserve.
4.4 miS
Natural attraction, Lake
Rietvlei Dam, Rietvlei Nature Reserve
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3.8 miNE
Park
Faerie Glen Nature Reserve, Pretoria
97 min walk • Faerie Glen Nature Reserve is a nature reserve at the western limit of the Bronberg in the east of Pretoria, South Africa. It formerly formed a part of the farm Hartbeespoort 304 which belonged to H. W. Struben.
4.6 miNW
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Mapungubwe Collection, Pretoria
117 min walk • The Mapungubwe Collection curated by at the University of Pretoria Museums comprises archaeological material excavated by the University of Pretoria at the Mapungubwe archaeological site since its discovery in 1933.
4.5 miNW
Victorian architecture
Kya Rosa, Pretoria
116 min walk • Kya Rosa is a beautifully decorated late-Victorian house at the main entrance to the University of Pretoria in Pretoria, South Africa. The original building was constructed in Skinner Street in 1895 and belonged to Leo Weinthal, owner of The Press. It was named after his wife, Rosa. The word ‘Kya’ is the Zulu word for ‘house’.