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Best Parks in Pietermaritzburg

Explore the most popular parks in Pietermaritzburg. Whether you are looking for a place to take a walk or run, enjoy a picnic, or have a good time with your kids and dogs, let us help you find the perfect spot. Enjoy the best of Pietermaritzburg parks!

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Alexandra Park
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Located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Alexandra Park covers an area of 139.0 acres. This park is suitable for walking, and features sports facilities such as a soccer field, a cricket court, a bowls court, a running track, and stadiums. In addition to its natural scenery, this park also has a parking lot.
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Kwa-Zulu Natal National Botanical Gardens
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Located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Kwa-Zulu Natal National Botanical Gardens covers an area of 129.8 acres. This park is suitable for walking.
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UKZN Botantical Gardens
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Located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, UKZN Botantical Gardens covers an area of 5.9 acres. This park is suitable for walking.
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Protea Grounds
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Located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Protea Grounds covers an area of 31.0 acres. This park is suitable for walking.
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UKZN Conservation Park
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Located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, UKZN Conservation Park covers an area of 21.1 acres. This park is suitable for walking.
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Wylie Park
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Located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Wylie Park covers an area of 18.5 acres. This park is suitable for walking.
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Pelham Park
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Located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Pelham Park covers an area of 10.4 acres. This park is suitable for walking, and features sports facilities such as a tennis court.
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Foxhillspruit Canal Park
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Located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Foxhillspruit Canal Park covers an area of 8.7 acres. This park is suitable for walking.
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