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The rebuilt Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg.
Where it is
Rustenburg, North West Province
Capacity
42 000
360 Degree view from the Pitch
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Getting there by public transport:
Many World Cup visitors will come in from Sun City resort, and transport can be arranged at Sun City as required.
There will be regular shuttle bus services, taxis and private hire options for visitors arriving from in and around Rustenburg.
Driving directions and parking options:
The stadium is readily accessible from the N4 highway, and there is parking available, although it is limited.
About the Stadium
The Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace was built in 1999, and underwent minor upgrades for the 2010 Fifa World Cup.
The South African national team played a FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Burkina Faso in 2001, and won 2-1. It has been host to many Premier Soccer League games despite Rustenburg not having its own team.
The stadium is only a 25 minute drive to Sun City and 30 minutes to the Pilansberg. It is 12 kilometers from the Rustenburg city centre.
Match Schedule
12 June - 20:30 Group C England v USA
15 June - 13:30 Group F New Zealand v Slovakia
19 June - 16:00 Group D Ghana v Australia
22 June - 16:00 Group A Mexico v Uruguay
24 June - 20:30 Group E Denmark v Japan
26 June - 20:30 Round of 16 1C v 2D
Full World Cup Fixtures
Nearby attractions
Kgaswane Mountain and Nature Reserves
Sun City, a mere 25 minutes drive away.
Pilanesberg National Park
Pubs, Nightlife and restaurants in the area
News Cafe and Joe’s Tavern offer excellence local nightlife, atmosphere and drinks.
There are also excellent food options, including Ocean Basket, Piatto Mediterranean, and Global Wrapps.
Accommodation in the area
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Rustenburg, North West Province
Capacity
42 000
360 Degree view from the Pitch
in3sixty.com
Getting there by public transport:
Many World Cup visitors will come in from Sun City resort, and transport can be arranged at Sun City as required.
There will be regular shuttle bus services, taxis and private hire options for visitors arriving from in and around Rustenburg.
Driving directions and parking options:
The stadium is readily accessible from the N4 highway, and there is parking available, although it is limited.
About the Stadium
The Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace was built in 1999, and underwent minor upgrades for the 2010 Fifa World Cup.
The South African national team played a FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Burkina Faso in 2001, and won 2-1. It has been host to many Premier Soccer League games despite Rustenburg not having its own team.
The stadium is only a 25 minute drive to Sun City and 30 minutes to the Pilansberg. It is 12 kilometers from the Rustenburg city centre.
Match Schedule
12 June - 20:30 Group C England v USA
15 June - 13:30 Group F New Zealand v Slovakia
19 June - 16:00 Group D Ghana v Australia
22 June - 16:00 Group A Mexico v Uruguay
24 June - 20:30 Group E Denmark v Japan
26 June - 20:30 Round of 16 1C v 2D
Full World Cup Fixtures
Nearby attractions
Kgaswane Mountain and Nature Reserves
Sun City, a mere 25 minutes drive away.
Pilanesberg National Park
Pubs, Nightlife and restaurants in the area
News Cafe and Joe’s Tavern offer excellence local nightlife, atmosphere and drinks.
There are also excellent food options, including Ocean Basket, Piatto Mediterranean, and Global Wrapps.
Accommodation in the area
gotravel24.com
