Sun City Resort
Sun City Resort
Sun City Resort
Sun City, opened in 1979 by hotel magnate Sol Kerzner, was designed as a luxury entertainment oasis in the heart of the North West Province. Built near the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, the resort became famous for its lavish facilities, world-class casinos, and glamorous events. It later expanded to include the Palace of the Lost City, themed water parks, and adventure attractions.
What It Offers
Valley of Waves: a water park with wave pools and slides
The Palace of the Lost City: a luxury hotel with intricate architecture
World-class golf courses, including the Gary Player Golf Course
Casino and entertainment complex with restaurants, clubs, and shows
Family fun: zip lines, mini-golf, arcades, and water rides
Safari access: quick trips into the nearby Pilanesberg National Park
Cultural experiences, spa treatments, and resort shopping
Upside Down House, Hartbeespoort
Upside Down House, Hartbeespoort
Upside Down House, Hartbeespoort
The Upside Down House in Hartbeespoort is part of a global architectural trend where buildings are constructed completely inverted floors become ceilings, furniture hangs overhead, and nothing appears the “right way up.”
Opened in the late 2010s, it quickly became one of the North West’s most popular modern attractions due to its playful design and social-media appeal.
What It Offers
A fully inverted house where every room is upside down, perfect for fun photos
Illusion experiences that challenge your balance and perspective
A family-friendly environment ideal for kids, couples, and groups
Outdoor gardens and viewing areas with scenic Hartbeespoort Mountain views
Nearby cafés, craft shops, and other Hartbeespoort attractions
The Upside Down House in Hartbeespoort is part of a global architectural trend where buildings are constructed completely inverted floors become ceilings, furniture hangs overhead, and nothing appears the “right way up.”
Opened in the late 2010s, it quickly became one of the North West’s most popular modern attractions due to its playful design and social-media appeal.
What It Offers
A fully inverted house where every room is upside down, perfect for fun photos
Illusion experiences that challenge your balance and perspective
A family-friendly environment ideal for kids, couples, and groups
Outdoor gardens and viewing areas with scenic Hartbeespoort Mountain views
Nearby cafés, craft shops, and other Hartbeespoort attractions
Little Paris (French Village)
Little Paris (French Village)
Little Paris (French Village)
Little Paris began as a small boutique and garden café that slowly transformed into one of Hartbeespoort’s most charming tourist spots. Designed to resemble a tiny French village, it gained popularity after introducing its iconic miniature Eiffel Tower and the “Love Lock Bridge,” inspired by the famous Pont des Arts in Paris. Over the years, the area expanded into a quaint lifestyle destination, blending European romance with South African hospitality making it a beloved stop for couples, families, and photographers.
What It Offers
A romantic “Love Lock Bridge” where visitors attach personalized locks
Boutique shops featuring handmade crafts, décor, fragrances, and artisanal products
Parisian-style cafés and restaurants
A scenic garden perfect for photos, dates, and relaxing strolls
A whimsical European atmosphere without leaving South Africa
Little Paris began as a small boutique and garden café that slowly transformed into one of Hartbeespoort’s most charming tourist spots. Designed to resemble a tiny French village, it gained popularity after introducing its iconic miniature Eiffel Tower and the “Love Lock Bridge,” inspired by the famous Pont des Arts in Paris. Over the years, the area expanded into a quaint lifestyle destination, blending European romance with South African hospitality making it a beloved stop for couples, families, and photographers.
What It Offers
A romantic “Love Lock Bridge” where visitors attach personalized locks
Boutique shops featuring handmade crafts, décor, fragrances, and artisanal products
Parisian-style cafés and restaurants
A scenic garden perfect for photos, dates, and relaxing strolls
A whimsical European atmosphere without leaving South Africa
Harties Aerial Cableway
Harties Aerial Cableway
Harties Aerial Cableway
The Harties Aerial Cableway first opened in 1973 as one of South Africa’s earliest cable car systems. After decades of operation, it underwent a major refurbishment and reopening in 2010, transforming it into a modern tourist attraction. Today, it features world-class gondolas and safety systems, offering one of the smoothest and most scenic cableway rides in Africa. It remains the gateway to breathtaking views of Hartbeespoort Valley and the Magaliesberg range one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth.
What It Offers
A scenic cable car ride to the top of the Magaliesberg
360° panoramic views of the dam, valleys, and mountain landscapes
Elevated restaurants, snack bars, and picnic areas
Circular walking paths along the mountain summit
Photo spots perfect for family, couples, and adventure seekers
A peaceful, refreshing escape above the noise of the city
The Harties Aerial Cableway first opened in 1973 as one of South Africa’s earliest cable car systems. After decades of operation, it underwent a major refurbishment and reopening in 2010, transforming it into a modern tourist attraction. Today, it features world-class gondolas and safety systems, offering one of the smoothest and most scenic cableway rides in Africa. It remains the gateway to breathtaking views of Hartbeespoort Valley and the Magaliesberg range one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth.
What It Offers
A scenic cable car ride to the top of the Magaliesberg
360° panoramic views of the dam, valleys, and mountain landscapes
Elevated restaurants, snack bars, and picnic areas
Circular walking paths along the mountain summit
Photo spots perfect for family, couples, and adventure seekers
A peaceful, refreshing escape above the noise of the city
Hartbeespoort Dam
Hartbeespoort Dam
Hartbeespoort Dam
Completed in 1923, Hartbeespoort Dam was originally built to support irrigation and agriculture in the region. Over time, its stunning location surrounded by the Magaliesberg Mountains turned it into a popular leisure and tourism destination. The dam wall itself is an architectural icon with its Roman-style archway. Since the mid-1900s, Hartbeespoort has attracted holidaymakers, boat lovers, and city escapees looking for peace, scenic beauty, and outdoor adventure.
What It Offers
Boat cruises ranging from family trips to sunset and dinner experiences
Water sports including jet skiing, canoeing, and paddleboarding
Picnicking spots along the shoreline
Exceptional sunrise and sunset views
Birdwatching and photography opportunities
A relaxing environment ideal for weekends and romantic getaways
Completed in 1923, Hartbeespoort Dam was originally built to support irrigation and agriculture in the region. Over time, its stunning location surrounded by the Magaliesberg Mountains turned it into a popular leisure and tourism destination. The dam wall itself is an architectural icon with its Roman-style archway. Since the mid-1900s, Hartbeespoort has attracted holidaymakers, boat lovers, and city escapees looking for peace, scenic beauty, and outdoor adventure.
What It Offers
Boat cruises ranging from family trips to sunset and dinner experiences
Water sports including jet skiing, canoeing, and paddleboarding
Picnicking spots along the shoreline
Exceptional sunrise and sunset views
Birdwatching and photography opportunities
A relaxing environment ideal for weekends and romantic getaways
