Burger's Park is a fine example of a Victorian-style park, with its irregular, curved paths and has the distinction of being the oldest park in Pretoria, completed in 1892.

In 1874, Thomas Francois Burgers, President of the Transvaal and the man after whom the park was named, designated the area to become a botanical garden.

This 4 hectare park in the centre of Pretoria was layed out by George Hays, owner of Melrose House (which stands across the street from Burger's Park) and the government bontanist, James Hunter and financed by the gold rush occuring in the country at the time.

Many interesting structures stand within this park, including:

• A large fish pond with fountains, dating back to the 1890's
• A florarium, built in 1974, which displays many plants from different climatic regions.
• A Kiosk, which was a typical feature of parks about a century ago
• A cast-iron Bandstand ordered from Scotland
• A statue of President Burgers
• A monument in honour of the South African Scottish Regiment, who fought in World War 1.

The park also houses many trees that were planted to commemorate important events, or are of an impressive age.

This beautiful park provides many city dwellers with a tranquil spot to escape to and just relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.