The Free State culture has an interesting dynamic. It is centred around traditional African cultures, but built on the influences of the early European settlers. Out of this has come a uniquely South African culture, which not only reflects this province’s historical past, but also the great diversity of its people. more

Lejweleputswa, Free State, is rich in gold deposits and lies at the heart of the province’s goldfields. But Lejweleputswa’s golden qualities extend above ground as well as a major maize and sunflower producer. Golden corn and sunflower fields stretch out to the horizon, making for picture perfect countryside rambles. more

Discover authentic Basotho hospitality, art and tradition at this Free State cultural village, set amidst the splendour of the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. A visit to the Basotho Cultural Village is a chance to experience a way of life that integrates comfort and practicality with a unique aesthetic. more

Seekoeivlei Nature Reserve, set on the leading edge of the Free State’s high escarpment, is a delicious place for birding – specifically for elusive grassland and wetland species. For good measure, there are also antelope, zebras and oxbow lakes full of hippos. Nearby is the pretty town of Memel. more

The Body Bliss Day Spa offers up the essential ingredient for a perfect weekend getaway in Clarens. Enjoy fossil-hunting, walking trails, wonderful restaurants and art galleries and throw in a day of pampering treatments at this fun spa for good measure - you'll leave for home refreshed and with your sense of humour in tow! more

The town of Clarens in the Eastern Free State, is an artist's hideout. One can easily see why creative people gain inspiration from its beautiful surrounds. For nature, art and fun, Clarens is an ideal getaway. more

Marvel over centuries-old San rock art paintings; meet the Basotho people and hear their ancient stories; see the colourful sandstone formations in the Golden Gate National Park; go cherry picking in Ficksburg, buy art in Clarens; and experience Bloemfontein, the City of Roses. more

Experience hunting in the Free State in the winter months and wildlife between two rivers during the rest of the year at Tussen die Riviere Nature Reserve which is home to legendary South African game, including eland, black wildebeest, black and white rhino. more

Ficksburg offers visitors more than 30 experiences, including visits to cherry and asparagus farms; hiking and horse riding in magnificent sandstone mountains; a leisurely cruise through a private nature reserve aboard the White Mischief; and sampling decadent chocolates made in the village by an Alaskan chocolatier. more

If you are in the Free State, stop in at the legendary Mystic Boer, Bloemfontein, a favourite South African pub. Here you can grab a beer, shoot a few rounds of pool and listen to some of the best South Africa’s alternative bands. more

If you’re visiting Joburg, make a point of taking the 1.5-hour drive to Parys, so-named in 1876 by its surveyor, who said its setting reminded him of Paris on the River Seine. This olde worlde Free State tourist town is a gateway to adventure, river rafting and watersports in South Africa. more

The term 'sporting cathedral' fits Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium, a 2010 FIFA World Cup™ stadium, to a tee. Its classic design, which incorporates elements of the national flag, has made it one of the country's favourite sports stadiums. more

Home to the Vredefort Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Golden Gate Highlands National Park, the Free State offers visitors a relaxing experience. Learn about the customs and traditions of the Basotho people, enjoy a myriad of water sports, and stroll around artsy Clarens. more

Free State, South Africa, is a province filled with historical wealth and beauty: from wars and gold rushes to beautiful landscapes that vary from towering sandstone mountains to open plains. It is a melting pot of cultures and offers an authentic South African tourism experience. more