The Iconic Bloemfontein Eiffel Tower: A Unique Adventure

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from the center of Bloemfontein, head southeast on Aliwal Street toward President Brand Street. Continue on President Brand Street, which turns slightly left and becomes St Andrews Street. Follow St Andrews Street until you reach the N8 highway. Merge onto the N8 and follow the signs for the N1. After approximately 5 km, take the exit toward the R700. Continue on this road for about 10 km, following signs for Hamilton. Once you reach Hamilton, look for signs directing you to the Bloemfontein Eiffel Tower, located at Hamilton, Bloemfontein, 9301. The total driving distance is approximately 20 km, and it should take around 25 minutes without traffic.

• Public Transportation

  To reach the Bloemfontein Eiffel Tower using public transportation, start by taking a taxi or bus from the Bloemfontein city center to the Hamilton area. You can catch a local taxi at the Bloemfontein Taxi Rank. Confirm that the taxi you board is headed toward Hamilton, which is a common route. The fare is approximately 15-20 ZAR. Once you arrive in Hamilton, you can either walk or take a local taxi to the Eiffel Tower. It is roughly a 2 km walk from the nearest drop-off point, and the area is generally safe for pedestrians.

• Walking

  If you find yourself close to the Bloemfontein Eiffel Tower and prefer to walk, you can navigate easily through the Hamilton area. Look for Hamilton Road, and follow it directly towards the tower. The walk from Hamilton town center to the tower is approximately 1.5 km and should take about 20 minutes. Be sure to stay on well-lit paths, especially if you are walking during the evening hours.