Ditsong National Museum of Natural History
Ditsong National Museum of Natural History is a museums & exhibits in Pretoria, South Africa, best suited for all ages. It is priced in the $ range. Formerly the Transvaal Museum, this 1892 institution runs a children's discovery centre with a dinosaur collection and a reconstructed Deinonychus alongside its famous hominid fossil halls.
Formerly the Transvaal Museum, this 1892 institution runs a children's discovery centre with a dinosaur collection and a reconstructed Deinonychus alongside its famous hominid fossil halls. It's a compact, walkable museum in the city centre with an on-site restaurant for breaking up the visit.
- Address: 432 Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
- Hours: Daily 07:30-16:00, closed Christmas Day and Good Friday
- Official website
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- Where is Ditsong National Museum of Natural History?
- Ditsong National Museum of Natural History is located at 432 Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa, in Pretoria, South Africa. Directions to Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps are on this page.
- How much does Ditsong National Museum of Natural History cost?
- Ditsong National Museum of Natural History is priced in the $ range. Check the official website for current ticket prices.
- Is Ditsong National Museum of Natural History good for kids?
- Ditsong National Museum of Natural History is best for all ages. Formerly the Transvaal Museum, this 1892 institution runs a children's discovery centre with a dinosaur collection and a reconstructed Deinonychus alongside its famous hominid fossil halls.
- What other dinosaur activities are near Ditsong National Museum of Natural History?
- Within 100 km you'll find 1 more dinosaur spot: Maropeng Visitor Centre. The map on this page shows them all.
Last verified August 2026 from official venue sources.