FUN, FUN, FUN

HYTO TYTO

You can never know of too many family-friendly places if you’re parents to toddlers. Take a breather from the first quarter and let the kids run free at Hyto Tyto in Midstream. There’s a tractor with a wagon for kids to ride on, lovely jungle gyms, a huge fountain for kids to splash in, and even a cute little fairy garden, complete with a ladybird crossing. In addition, there is a lovely eatery too, where parents can indulge in some yummy treats, wine, gin on tap and handpicked craft beers.

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Menlyn Maine’s Bounce branch is another family favourite in Pretoria, with lots of bouncing options to choose from. In addition to the trampolines, there is also a lovely play area and depending on kids’ ages, you can choose between the general Bounce area, or the miniBOUNCE Zone for kids under 125cm tall. The miniBOUNCE Zone was only added to the Menlyn Main branch recently, so it’s still brand-new!

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CLAY CAFÉ, WOLWESPRUIT

Clay Café at Wolwespruit is one of those places where you and your friends and family can truly enjoy some quality time together. Chat away over cups of coffee and glasses of wine while you paint and play with clay. They host various events during the year, with the most recent one being their Easter workshops. They also have regular paint nights, which often coincide with a wine tasting.

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WILLOW FEATHER FARM

This garden centre and family farmyard is one of our favourite outdoor activities in Pretoria and keeps kids busy for hours. It boasts various farm animals, including Alpacas, sheep, potbelly pigs, ducks, geese, peacocks, rabbits and more and the wooden jungle gyms are state-of-the-art. The garden centre itself is known as one of Pretoria’s best tree and plant wholesalers, and the nursery stocks various trees, shrubs, plants, flowers and herbs. It’s a lovely outing for families looking for some fresh air.

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Climbing Barn

They claim to be Pretoria’s number one rock climbing gym and are located on a plot in Pretoria East. They offer various packages, including a day rate of R120 per adult, which gets you in for a day of climbing and bouldering. The Climbing Barn also offers introduction courses and gear can be rented. This could be quite a fun outing for adventurous families keen on doing something constructive together.

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