Local area
Practical things to do in Krugersdorp, West Rand, listed with the closest to 42 Botha Street first. There are free and low cost options in every category, and we say where something costs more, so you can plan your days around your budget.
Distances and drive times are measured from the guesthouse in Burgershoop, so you can see what fits into a morning or a full day out before you book your stay.
Showing 43 places.
Roodepoort
About 12 km, 18 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
A large garden with a waterfall, resident birdlife and easy walking trails.
A full morning outdoors for the price of a garden entry fee. Bring your own picnic.
Krugersdorp
A farm-style outdoor park with 4x4 trails, catch and release fishing and an on-site canteen.
Somewhere to spend a day outdoors close to town without a long drive.
Cradle of Humankind
About 25 km, 30 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Guided underground cave tours at the fossil site in the Cradle of Humankind.
The best known guided walk in the area and an easy half day trip.
Cradle of Humankind
About 25 km, 30 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
The official visitor centre for the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.
An indoor option that works in bad weather and suits older children.
Kromdraai
A reserve with a self-drive route, a wildlife centre and the Wonder Cave.
A game drive day without travelling to a distant province. Book online before you go.
Krugersdorp
A municipal park with open lawns and space to walk.
One of the closest outdoor spaces to the guesthouse and free to visit.
A municipal park. Facilities change from time to time, so treat it as open space rather than a managed attraction.
Roodepoort
A municipal nature reserve with marked walking trails and a small amphitheatre.
An easy morning walk close to Krugersdorp at a low entry cost.
Krugersdorp
Off-road trails on a private farm-style park, with a canteen on site.
The closest place to use a 4x4 or bakkie properly without leaving Mogale City.
Krugersdorp
About 4 km, 8 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Sit-down restaurants, coffee shops and takeaways inside the centre.
The quickest sit-down meal near the guesthouse, with budget options in the same place.
Krugersdorp
Fast food outlets and takeaways at the President Square and President Hyper centre.
An inexpensive supper run when you would rather eat in your room.
Mogale City
About 8 km, 12 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
A range of family restaurants and coffee shops inside the mall.
Easy parking and enough choice to keep a group happy.
Muldersdrift
An Italian restaurant in the general-access part of the Silverstar complex.
A relaxed pizza and pasta dinner that also suits children.
Muldersdrift
A Portuguese restaurant in the general-access part of the Silverstar complex.
Grills and seafood for a longer, sit-down evening meal.
Muldersdrift
About 12 km, 16 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
A country Italian restaurant on a smallholding.
Worth the drive for a special occasion. Book ahead over weekends.
Muldersdrift
About 14 km, 18 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
A large grill restaurant known for game meat and buffet-style serving.
A good choice when a group wants one big shared meal.
Muldersdrift
About 10 km, 14 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Restaurants, bars and a live entertainment line-up in the general-access areas of the complex.
The closest late evening option with parking and security. We do not link to the age-restricted casino floor.
Muldersdrift
About 10 km, 14 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
A cinema complex inside Silverstar.
An evening out that does not need a big budget. Check show times before travelling.
Mogale City
About 8 km, 12 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
A cinema with restaurants that stay open into the evening.
A quieter alternative to Silverstar and closer to Krugersdorp.
Krugersdorp
About 4 km, 8 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Restaurants and pubs inside the centre that trade into the evening.
The closest sit-down evening option to the guesthouse, with parking on site.
Krugersdorp
A relaxed canteen and licensed bar on the park.
A quiet local drink rather than a night out in town. Check trading hours first.
Roodepoort
A cinema with restaurants that stay open in the evening.
A bigger choice of films and food than Krugersdorp town offers.
Krugersdorp
A venue on the park with a canteen, used for birthdays and small functions.
A local option if your group wants somewhere to gather off the property.
Krugersdorp
Pools, slides and braai and picnic spots at a family resort. Open in season, roughly September to April.
A full day for a group at a published ticket price. Book online in advance.
Krugersdorp
Open municipal parkland close to town.
A free meeting spot for a group that wants to bring its own food.
Muldersdrift
About 14 km, 18 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
A large restaurant that handles big tables.
Set-price shared meals make splitting the bill simple.
Kromdraai
A self-drive game route you can do in your own vehicle.
One car, one outing, and everybody sees the same thing.
Roodepoort
About 12 km, 18 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Wide picnic lawns below the waterfall.
An affordable group day out where everyone brings something.
Muldersdrift
About 10 km, 14 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Restaurants, a cinema and general-access entertainment areas in one complex.
Easy for a group that wants different things in the same place. The casino floor is age restricted and is not part of this suggestion.
Tenants change, so check which restaurants and cinema are trading before you plan a group evening.
Krugersdorp
A family water park with pools, slides, splash zones and a rope adventure course.
The most popular affordable family day out in Krugersdorp. Seasonal, so check the opening dates first.
Day visits only. Ticket prices depend on age and ticket type, so check the website before you go.
Krugersdorp
A water park with slides and pools, run as a day-visit venue.
A cheaper water day than travelling into Johannesburg, if it is open when you visit.
We are still confirming this venue's current trading name, address and opening season. Please phone ahead before travelling.
Krugersdorp
Catch and release fishing with a canteen on site.
A slow, low cost day out that suits children and older guests.
Krugersdorp
A municipal park with lawns and space for children to run.
Free, close by and easy to fit into an afternoon.
Roodepoort
About 12 km, 18 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Gardens, a waterfall and gentle trails suited to children.
Low cost, plenty of space and a proper outing without a long drive.
Muldersdrift
About 10 km, 14 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Children's entertainment, arcade-style games and family restaurants in the general-access part of the complex.
An indoor option on a cold or wet day. The casino floor is age restricted and is not part of this recommendation.
Cradle of Humankind
About 25 km, 30 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
An interactive exhibition on human origins with a boat ride through the display.
Holds children's attention and works as a rainy day plan.
Kromdraai
A reserve with a wildlife centre and scheduled predator feeding times.
Children get to see animals without a trip out of Gauteng.
Krugersdorp
About 4 km, 8 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Krugersdorp's main centre with supermarkets, banks, pharmacies and clothing stores.
Everything in one stop, a short drive from the guesthouse.
Krugersdorp
A value shopping centre with a hyper store, groceries and everyday shops.
Usually cheaper than the malls for groceries and basics during your stay.
Mogale City
About 8 km, 12 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
A large regional mall with national retailers and a cinema.
Go here when you want a wider choice of stores than Krugersdorp town offers.
Krugersdorp CBD
Street-level shops, pharmacies, mobile outlets and small traders around Human Street and Ockerse Street.
The closest place for a quick everyday purchase.
Krugersdorp
A neighbourhood centre with a supermarket, pharmacy, restaurants and everyday services.
Quieter than the big malls and quick to get in and out of.
Roodepoort
A large mall with national retailers, restaurants and a cinema.
Worth the drive when you want the widest choice of shops in one place.
Krugersdorp
About 2 km, 5 min drive
From Olivia Pines Guesthouse
Fuel, convenience shops and ATMs on the main route through town.
Useful for late arrivals and small items after the shops close.
In an emergency, phone 10177 for an ambulance or 112 from a mobile phone. Public facilities are listed first.
Yusuf Dadoo Hospital
Public hospital
Government hospital serving Krugersdorp, with a casualty unit.
View on mapLeratong Hospital
Public hospital
Large government hospital in the Chamdor and Kagiso area.
View on mapNetcare Krugersdorp Hospital
Private hospital
Private hospital with a 24-hour emergency unit. Medical cover or payment is required.
View on mapLife Robinson Private Hospital
Private hospital
Private hospital with 24-hour emergency services in the wider area.
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Olivia Pines Guesthouse is in Burgershoop, Krugersdorp, so most of these places are a short drive away. Check your dates and book direct.
Check availabilityDistances and drive times are approximate and only shown where we have checked them. Opening times, seasons and prices change, so please confirm with each venue before you travel.
