Car rental Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Car rental Pietermaritzburg – Must Know

You must know some tips driving in South Africa:  driving is on the left hand side of the road; seat belts when driving a rental car in South Africa are mandatory; the use of a mobile phone while driving is prohibited, with the exception of a hands-free system; drivers are to carry at all times while driving, a valid driver’s license, registration documents and insurance documents.

Attractions in Pietermaritzburg

Church Street

The city centre with the main attractions of Pietermaritzburg is confined to quite a small precinct around Church Street, an attractive pedestrian zone. The African curios in the African Arts & Crafts Centre in Fraser Lane include sculptures, hand-woven blankets and carpets as well as jewellery. So, if you want to have an unforgettable emotions, take your car rental vehicle and visit this wonderful place!

Voortrekker Museum

Get your car rental Pietermaritzburg  to visit the museum which was established in the "Geloofde Kerk" (Church of Vow) in Church Street. It deals with the Voortrekker history. The Voortrekkers built the church in 1841 to keep Andries Pretorius' vow on the eve of the Battle of Bloodriver. Nowadays the museum is extended to also show a very interesting exhibition of the history of the Zulu people, for instance the carved throne of King Dingane. 

Tatham Art Gallery

You have an unique chance come to this remarkable art gallery by your car rental vehicle. It lies in the old Supreme Court building from the year 1871, which at first was a post office. Surprisingly, one can see here works of British and French artists from the 19th and 20th century including Degas, Picasso, Matisse, Hockney and Renoir. Works of contemporary African art are also shown. Open daily except mondays. Small entry fee.

National Botanical Garden

This wonderful botanical garden from 1874 has contributed a lot to Pietermaritzburg's fame as the "City of Flowers". The garden specialises in the protection of endangered South African plants like the Clivia. Traditional medical plants. More than 150 bird species. Beautiful walking routes. Restaurant. Open daily from 8 am to 6 pm. Hurry up to visit an exciting views using your car rental Pietermaritzburg!

Queen Elizabeth Park

Don’t lose a chance to get to the little nature park using your car rental vehicle. It lies in the suburb of Cascades and houses the headquarters of KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife. A circular path leads through the park. There are many birds and different animals and a nice picnic spot. Open daily.