Parys Backpacker Accommodation
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Parys Reviews
Unique Restaurants and shops in Parys.
Breathtaking views of the river.
Lot of interesting shops!
The view is breath taking and the rooms are beautiful. Also the staff is very friendly.
The peace of mind.
Beautiful shops and lovely coffee shops.
Milky Lane excellent service and value for money.
Amazing view and preserved nature.
The scenery and all the places to visit and they are all nearby.
Super dog friendly owner. Lots of other animals that come to visit at campsite.
The whole place.
More info about Parys
Parys is a small town with a surprising amount of things to do. Located in the Free State Province, Parys is a popular destination for the romantic, the artistic, the weary and the lover of nature. It’s also in the centre of the world’s largest crater, so large you won’t even know it!
A gigantic meteor hit the earth roughly 2000 million years ago, resulting in a massive crater known as the Vredefort Dome. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site with interesting rock formations and terrain and regarded as somewhat of an outdoor paradise for hikers and climbers. Parys was laid out in 1876 and is the Afrikaans word for Paris, named by a surveyor who saw a likeness in the town’s location along the Vaal River to that of Paris on the river Seine.
There are a number of spectacular wedding venues surrounding Parys, and the outdoor adventure activities on offer attract companies seeking team... Show more
About Backpacker
For those who are a little adventurous and enjoy the company of other travellers, you can decide to stay at a Backpackers. Often having to share a room with others as well as costs, it is incredibly inexpensive. Often the best choice for those who may be just passing through or will be occupied for the majority of their day. It comes with the most basic amenities and is often formed as part of a bar or similar establishment. Not recommended for those who want privacy, this is best suited for those who wouldn’t mind meeting various other interesting travellers.