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University of the Free State, Bloemfontein
Our Bloemfontein Campus stands proud in the City of Bloemfontein – capital of the Free State Province and judicial capital of South Africa. The campus dates back to 1904, making our university one of the oldest in the country.
The Main Building and other buildings of historic and architectural importance portray the calm, though vibrant atmosphere synonymous with an academic institution of more than a century old.
It is a vast campus where staff and students are encouraged to walk in order to enjoy the beautiful buildings, parks, lawns and other infrastructure. Resources, planning and dedicated workmanship have been spent not only on the development of the building and facility infrastructure, but also to make the campus user- and experience-friendly..
Our campus is immaculately maintained and it provides a safe and secure environment for our 28 186 students who study here to fulfil their academic potential. Through an active programme of sports, cultural and social interaction, our students are also given the opportunity to develop into well rounded future leaders. Accommodation is very popular and our 23 residences are within walking distance of all facilities. Our Bloemfontein Campus is regarded as the most integrated campus in South Africa with the most diverse group of students.
The campus is situated in one of the main roads into Bloemfontein, Nelson Mandela Drive, and within walking distance of shopping centres, schools and other places of interest.
Campus map (CR Swart building (44), Chemistry building (2) and the Centenary Complex (101A).
CR Swart building is number 44, close to public parking area P3 near the centre of the map).
Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein, the Capital City of the Free State Province in South Africa, is centrally situated roughly in the middle of the Province, as well as in South Africa.
The "City of Roses", as it had become known locally, is placed with more pivotal importance than any other city in the country. It is the Judicial Capital, the sixth largest city in South Africa and lies on the main road, rail and air links between north and south, east and west.
Bloemfontein is part of the Mangaung Local Municipality - “place where the Cheetahs dwell”. This municipality was formed at the end of 2000 by amalgamating the Transitional Local Councils of Bloemfontein, Botshabelo, Thaba Nchu and two Rural Councils.
Bloemfontein is the economic hub of Mangaung and also the commercial capital of the Free State
Activities & Recreation
Historical Buildings of Bloemfontein
Historical buildings include the City Hall, Old Presidency, buildings of judicial implication, the Anglican Cathedral, railway station, the Dutch Reformed twin tower church and many more.
President Brand Street
Declared a national conservation area, and home to a number of monuments and buildings of historical value, President Brand Street is one of Bloemfontein's most renowned attractions. This stately street is the address of the South African Court of Appeal, Fourth Raadsaal, City Hall and the Supreme Court of South Africa. See the original transcript of Die Stem at the National Afrikaans Literature Museum, or visit the equally cultural National Music Museum.
• President Brand Street – take a walk for incred¬ible examples of 19th and 20th cen¬tury build¬ings that include City Hall, and the Magistrate's Court
• The Fourth Raadsaal (def¬in¬itely bet¬ter than the First), oppos¬ite the Court of Appeal, a Renaissance-style build¬ing with a monu¬ment of Christiaan de Wet outside
• The Twin-spire Dutch Reformed Church
Old Presidency
C/o Pres. Brand and St George Street
051 448 0949 or maloro@sac.fs.gov.za
Appeal Court
C/o Pres. Brand and Charles Street, entrance on Elizabeth St.
By Appointment only: 051 447 2631
First Raadzaal
St George Street
051 447 9610,www.nasmus.co.za
Museums of Bloemfontein
For the culture-vultures there are the Bloemfontein National Museum, the Women's Memorial and War Musem and many more. The National Museum, including a complete fossil skeleton and a typical 1900s street scene
National Museum
C/o Aliwal and Church Street
051 447 9609; www.nasmus.co.za
Queens Fort Military Museum
Church Street
051 447 5478 or inas@sac.fs.gov.za
Rugby Museum – Choet Visser
3 Innes Avenue, Waverley
By appointmen: 082 4921600; www.nico@bigfivegame.co.za
Freshford House Museum
Freshford House Museum, gorgeous example of Edwardian architecture, restored by the National Museum, and located on Kellner Street in Westdene
31 Kellner Street; www.nasmus.co.za
National Woman’s Memorial and War Museum
Women's Memorial — the lone sandstone shrine created by Anton von Wouw in memory of the 36 370 women and children who died in the concentration camps during the Anglo-Boer War
Monument Road
051 447 3447 or museum@anglo-boer.co.za
Website: www.anglo-boer.co.za
Parks
Naval Hill and Franklin Nature Reserve
An extremely popular hill providing excellent view of the town and the Franklin Game Reserve forms part of the hill.
Union Avenue
051 405 8124 or nature@civic.mangaung.co.za
State President Swart Park
The facilities at this park form the focal point for sports activities. This includes a rugby stadium (where soccer matches are also played), as well as a cricket stadium, athletics stadium and tennis courts.
For more information contact:
Motheo Tourism
60 Park Road
Willows
Bloemfontein
Tel: +27-51-4058489
Fax: +27-51-4473859
King’s Park
Bloemfontein is fondly known as the “City of roses” and more than 4 000 rose trees have been planted in the rose garden at King’s Park, which was opened in 1925 by the Prince of Wales, Eduard VIII.
Boyden Observatory
Boyden Observatory, a unique astronomy research and educational centre outside the city, offers public open evenings on certain nights during the year, arranged by the Friends of Boyden Observatory. Groups can also visit the observatory for exclusive evenings on appointment.
This observatory is situated just outside Bloemfontein and is managed by the University of the Free State. This observatory houses several types of telescopes and multi-media presentations on astronomy are also being presented. Contact the Tourist Centre at 051 405 8489 / 8490 for contact details to arrange a visit.
Maselspoort Road
By appointment
Bloemfontein Zoo
The zoo was founded in 1906, and since then it has developed into a world-class zoo. One can also enjoy a day or a sleep over at the Bloemfontein Zoo. Zoo Snoozes are only one of the activities arranged by Friends of the Bloemfontein Zoo.
Address: Henry Street, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Telephone: + 27 (0)51 405-8483
Opening hours: Open daily from 08h00 to 18h00 in summer.
Open daily from 08h00 to 17h00 in winter.
Modenso Park Model Steam Trains
Every Sunday afternoon rides on model steam trains are available to children and adults alike.
Contact the Tourist Centre at 051 405 8489 / 90 for contact details to arrange a visit.
Maselspoort Resort
Extensive grounds have been beautifully laid out at this delightful resort on the banks of the Modder River. It offers every opportunity for swimming, rowing, fishing, tennis and other forms of recreation in the open air, while affordable bungalows and chalets are also available.
How to get there
On the banks of the Modder River, 23km east of Bloemfontein.
Take the R64 towards Thaba Nchu and the Bloemfontein - airport. After 9km turn off to Maselspoort and proceed for 14km untill you reach the resort.
Tel: 051 441 7848
Fax: 051 441 7865
Cell: 079 526 7326
Email: gmmaselspoort@lantic.net
Windmill Casino
This hotel and casino complex offers ten pin bowling facilities, restaurants, coffee shops, pubs and night clubs.
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Free State National Botanical Garden
This garden, on the outskirts of Bloemfontein, spans a valley between picturesque dolerite koppies. The natural vegetation comprises tall grassland and woodland, dominated by magnificent wild olive and karee trees. The harmony of the Garden has been achieved by retaining and highlighting the best elements of the natural landscape.The Garden covers 70 hectacres, and is home to about 400 species of plants, mainly from the Free State, Northern Cape and Lesotho. It also includes a fine collection of decorative and hardy trees indigenous to the area.
Free State Botanical Gardens
Rayton Road
051 436 3530 or nyuleka@sanbi.co.za
Lock Logan Waterfront
Is an innovative waterfront-style project offering entertainment, restaurants pubs and shopping for all ages.
King’s Park Arts and Craft Market
Artists and crafters from all over the country sell their handmade products at stalls at the Arts and Crafts Market in the gardens of Kings Park on the first Saturday of every month. This market also offers a large variety of traditional African crafts.
Oliewenhuis Art Museum
Oliewenhuis Art Museum is still a relatively young museum even by South African standards. Being only 13 years old, the Museum has shown a steady and interesting growth in its collection. Children can also ride on the African Carousel and run in the gardens
Address: 16 Harry Smith Street, Bloemfontein, Free State
Telephone: +27 (0)51 447-9609
Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 08h00 to 17h00; Saturday from 10h00 to 17h00; Sunday and Public Holidays from 13h00 to 17h00.
Cheetah Experience
Cheetah Experience at Emoya Estate, north of the city, where children can interact with hand-reared orphan cheetahs
Orchid House
In Hamilton Park, not far from Oliewenhuis
Union Ave
051 405 8488 or nature@civic.mangaung.co.za
www.nasmus.co.za
Pretty Gardens Lifestyle Centre
Pretty Gardens Lifestyle Centre — jungle gyms, trampoline, see-saws, battery driven cars, restaurants and more.
Gwen Bali Water World at the North Ridge mall
Postal Address: P.O. Box 13601, Noordstad, 9300
Contact person: Heinrich Barnard
Contact no: 082 820 6819
Fax no: 086 677 5791
Email address : gwenbaliwaterworld@gmail.com
Website address :https://sites.google.com/site/waterworldgwen
For more information contact:
Motheo Tourism
60 Park Road
Willows
Bloemfontein
Tel: +27-51-4058489
Fax: +27-51-4473859
http://www.bloemfonteintourism.co.za/
Zany nightlife in Westdene:
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Mystic Boer
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Avanti
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Iewers Nice
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7 on Kellner
Soetdoring
This beautiful reserve north of Bloemfontein is set along magnificent dam. The river and dam shoreline provide green picnic spot, popular amongst locals. Gemsbok, wildebeest and other antelope are free to wander and graze near to their human counterparts, and birds are common visitors here too.
The reserve is also home to more predatory game (including lion and wild dog), but these animals are kept separately.
Contact Details:
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Caledon nature reserve
The Caledon Nature Reserve is about 15Km south of Wepener on th R701. It covers an area of 2300Ha. The Caledon River flows through the reserve, and the Welbedacht Dam is located in the sourthern region of the reserve.
Its 2 300 ha has an almost tangible atmosphere of peace and tranquility. Apart from the splendid views and game such as black wildebeest, blesbok, springbok and zebra, the reserve is notable for its beautiful mountain vegetation. The fish eagle reigns supreme here and nearly 200 species of bird have been recorded, a large number of which are water birds.
Two floating bush camps serve as overnight spots for hikers and canoeists. The one camp is, however, only accessible by four-wheel-drive vehicles. Each camp can accommodate 16 people on four floating decks. On the shore there is a lapa with barbecue facilities, benches and tables and ablution facilities. Fishing is the main attraction. The river supports barbel, mudfish, yellowfish and carp. Record carp is regularly caught here. Canoeists and hikers are welcome.
ADDRESS:
Wepener
Free State
9944
South Africa
CONTACT: Tel: +27 051 583 1920
