Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Free State February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Free State ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Free State Types of activities Where to stay [Free State travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Free-State.dx6051469) ![On top of the Platberg mountain in Harrismith, South Africa. A challenging trek for a newbie mountain climber like myself, but so worth it. The landscape is surreal. Like looking out on a post-armageddon world... More photos and a story behind them, can be found here: http://www.earthseeing.com/the-climbing-of-platberg-mountain/ #southafrica #platberg #mountains #africa #landscape #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180350/fe955690-094d-4bbb-af5a-b17dd496094d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![On top of the Platberg mountain in Harrismith, South Africa. A challenging trek for a newbie mountain climber like myself, but so worth it. The landscape is surreal. Like looking out on a post-armageddon world... More photos and a story behind them, can be found here: http://www.earthseeing.com/the-climbing-of-platberg-mountain/ #southafrica #platberg #mountains #africa #landscape #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180350/fe955690-094d-4bbb-af5a-b17dd496094d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Clouds gathering around the edge of Platberg Mountain in Harrismith, South Africa. A town and a mountain worth some of your time. Hike it, climb to the top and get some amazing views of the dystopian landscape surrounding Harrismith. More about my mountain hike: http://www.earthseeing.com/the-climbing-of-platberg-mountain/ #southafrica #africa #platberg #harrismith #landscape #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180350/313b06be-cd7d-49b2-ad6f-5d478053509f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![From the top of our hike in Clarens, South Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049301/95908f0b-34c0-4662-8717-6d7b9b684439.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This place was just wonderful to wake up to. The sand stone type mountains with the sun rising just behind it early in the morning. People don't normally stop just outside Fouriesburg but there missing out.#BvSApplication ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352365/66aa5228-ccc9-40bd-9002-27b4c831a295.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Vaal-Dam-Metsimaholo.d553248635939591883.Attraction) #### Nampo Park Explore the great outdoors at Nampo Park, a lovely green space in Nala. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nampo-Park-Nala.d553248635939592009.Attraction) #### Supreme Court of Appeal Supreme Court of Appeal is just one of the places to see in Bloemfontein, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Supreme-Court-Of-Appeal-Bloemfontein.d6090753.Attraction) #### Central University of Technology Explore the campus of Central University of Technology during your trip to Bloemfontein. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-University-Of-Technology-Willows.d6090745.Attraction) #### Vredefort Dome Explore the great outdoors at Vredefort Dome, a lovely green space in Ngwathe. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vredefort-Dome-Ngwathe.d6090771.Attraction) #### Basotho Cultural Village 5/5(1 review) You can spend time studying the exhibits at Basotho Cultural Village during your trip to Maluti a Phofung. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basotho-Cultural-Village-Maluti-a-Phofung.d553248621562613575.Attraction) #### DP de Villiers Stadium Catch an event at DP de Villiers Stadium during your trip to Metsimaholo. [](https://expedia.co.uk/DP-De-Villiers-Stadium-Metsimaholo.d640509317092208640.Attraction) #### Naval Hill You can find out about the history of Bloemfontein with a trip to Naval Hill. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naval-Hill-Bloemfontein.d553248621532404507.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Free State ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Deneysville If you're spending some time in Deneysville, Vaal Dam is a top sight worth visiting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Metsimaholo-Deneysville.dx3000000475) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sasolburg While visiting Sasolburg, you might make a stop by sights like DP de Villiers Stadium and Sasolburg Civic Centre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Metsimaholo-Sasolburg.dx6252738) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Universitas While Universitas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like TGS Shopping Center and Mega World. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bloemfontein-Universitas.dx553248635974587425) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vaalpark While visiting Vaalpark, you might make a stop by sights like Bloukraans Centre and Sasol Community Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Metsimaholo-Vaalpark.dx553248635974586987) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Willows While visiting Willows, you might make a stop by sights like Goodyear Park and Vodacom Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bloemfontein-Willows.dx553248635974587539) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Brandwag While visiting Brandwag, you might make a stop by sights like Mega World and Mimosa Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brandwag.dx553248635974587468) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Free State ![Part of the central business district of Bloemfontein](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/547/5d72fe97-7418-4858-925a-16bf4958a4fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bloemfontein ![Historical electrical tram](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1819/070f6641-9caa-4daf-9c41-0be3b60763ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kimberley ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2130/3f7bde12-809e-443c-91c3-4685e82023eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hlotse ![Bahrain and Lesotho flag waving in the wind against white cloudy blue sky together. Diplomacy concept, international relations.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2431/e657fb51-3f9b-4a10-8dec-967453368587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Maseru ![On top of the Platberg mountain in Harrismith, South Africa. A challenging trek for a newbie mountain climber like myself, but so worth it. The landscape is surreal. Like looking out on a post-armageddon world... More photos and a story behind them, can be found here: http://www.earthseeing.com/the-climbing-of-platberg-mountain/ #southafrica #platberg #mountains #africa #landscape #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180350/fe955690-094d-4bbb-af5a-b17dd496094d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### iNtabazwe ![Taken at Bergville Cottages with the Amphitheatre Mountains in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/184269/5a1510aa-7f15-426e-9c5e-b00b3d8f0cc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bergville ![Fluffy clouds over rock formations in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Clarens, Free State, South Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049301/979a3632-3d4d-4ac0-b8c5-688cf40b5e14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Clarens ![Johannesburg featuring a city, a high-rise building and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051471/1d8a68cb-91e9-4372-b68e-85e21c868426.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Johannesburg ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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