University of South Africa, Pretoria

Name: University of South Africa
Address: Preller Street, Muckleneuk, Pretoria, South Africa

#39 among attractions in Pretoria

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The University of South Africa, known colloquially as Unisa, is the largest university system in South Africa by enrollment. It attracts a third of all higher education students in South Africa. Through various colleges and affiliates, UNISA has over 400,000 students, including international students from 130 countries worldwide, making it one of the world's mega universities and the only such university in Africa. ()

Local name: Universiteit van Suid-Afrika Established: 1873 (151 years ago)Coordinates: 25°45'59"S, 28°11'52"E

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Preller Street, MuckleneukPretoria South Africa

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University of South Africa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History, Pretoria Forts, Ditsong National Museum of Natural History, Melrose House.

1.2 miNW
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History, Pretoria
32 min walk • The Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History, nestled in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa, is a treasure trove of the country's rich heritage and diverse cultures. This museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the myriad of cultural artifacts that narrate...
1.1 miSW
Museum, Military museum
Pretoria Forts, Pretoria
28 min walk • In the heart of South Africa's administrative capital, Pretoria, lies a historical site steeped in military heritage – the Pretoria Forts. Commissioned by President Paul Kruger at the end of the 19th century, these forts were originally built to protect the city from...
1.1 miNW
Huge museum for fossils and dinosaur bones
Ditsong National Museum of Natural History, Pretoria
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa, the Ditsong National Museum of Natural History stands as a testament to the country's rich and diverse natural heritage. This prestigious institution, formerly known as the Transvaal Museum, is a treasure trove of...
0.8 miNW
Historic Victorian mansion with tours
Melrose House, Pretoria
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa, Melrose House stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Victorian era. This stately museum, once a private residence, is an architectural gem that transports visitors back to the turn of the 20th century.
1.1 miNW
City hall, Architecture, Concert hall
Pretoria City Hall, Pretoria
29 min walk • Pretoria City Hall is a landmark of historical significance and architectural beauty located in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa. This grand building, adorned with its distinctive clock tower, serves as a prominent symbol of the city's colonial past and its ongoing...
0.5 miW
Museum, Park, Monuments and statues
Freedom Park, Pretoria
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa, Freedom Park stands as a beacon of hope and a monument to the country's tumultuous journey towards democracy. This comprehensive museum and heritage site is dedicated to chronicling and honoring the struggles...
1.2 miN
25°45'0"S • 28°11'38"E
Staats Model School, Pretoria
30 min walk • Memorial
0.9 miN
Park, Garden
Burgers Park, Pretoria
24 min walk • Burgers Park is a park located in the center of Pretoria, South Africa. Founded in the 1870s as a botanical garden, it covers four acres and has been declared a South African National Monument. It is named for Thomas François Burgers, fourth president of the South African Republic. A statue of President Burgers stands in the park.
1.3 miNW
Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Pretoria
33 min walk • The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart or just Pretoria Catholic Cathedral is a religious building belonging to the Catholic Church and is located in the Bosman street of the town of Pretoria, in Gauteng province in South Africa.
0.5 miE
Tower
Lukasrand Tower, Pretoria
13 min walk • The Lukasrand Tower is located on Muckleneuk Hill in the Lukasrand suburb of Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. The tower was built in 1978 and tts primary purpose is wireless telecommunications. It also features an observation deck. The tower is dressed with branding signs for Telkom SA.
1.2 miNW
25°45'12"S • 28°11'4"E
National Cultural History Museum, Pretoria
32 min walk • Museum, Natural history museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to University of South Africa?

Nearby attractions include Lukasrand Tower, Pretoria (13 min walk), Freedom Park, Pretoria (14 min walk), Melrose House, Pretoria (22 min walk).

How to get to University of South Africa by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of South Africa:

Train

Mears Street (7 min walk)
Devenish Street (17 min walk)

Bus

Pretoria Gautrain Bus Station (19 min walk)
bus terminal (20 min walk)