Top Johannesburg Day Trips

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Get to know South Africa’s biggest city on a full-day tour that covers all the highlights of Johannesburg and Soweto. Take in the views from the Top of Africa, learn about the city’s history as you visit Constitutional Hill and the Apartheid Museum, then follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela in Soweto, with a tour of the Nelson Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum, and Freedom Square.

Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $111

Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

10 hoursFree Cancellation

(1,414)

from $190

Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $19

Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

(377)

from $111

Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum

Soweto tour(Nelson Mandela house)with the group of Africa women's leader

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $76

Pretoria,Johannesburg,soweto & Apartheid Museum tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $168

Get the most possible learning out of your visits to the Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Cave. By traveling with a guide, you'll get the full picture of the remarkable fossil findings there and why the site is so important. Walk through Sterkfontein Caves to see the fossils of hominids such as Little Foot and Mrs. Ples, two of the greatest archaeological discoveries of our time. Note: the caves are currently closed due to heavy flooding; this tour visits the museum.

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $114

Half Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

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from $120

Take a journey through history during this guided tour to explore Soweto and the Apartheid Museum. Your guides, registered with the accredited THETA (Tourism, Hospitality, Sports, Education, and Training Authority), are experienced and passionate about sharing their knowledge with you. Dive deep into the rich history and vibrant culture of Soweto and explore the profound exhibits of the Apartheid Museum with guides.

Soweto & Apartheid Museum Guided Tour

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from $85

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $111

Go back to the earliest history of humanity at the Cradle of Humankind UNESCO World Heritage Site—and fit two attractions into just half a day out—on this private tour. With round-trip transit from your Pretoria or Johannesburg hotel, getting around is made simple. Head first to the Sterkfontein Caves, known for their fossils and early human history, for a guided tour; then take in the interactive exhibits at the Maropeng Visitor Center.

Cradle of humankind & Maropeng/sterkfontein caves tour

Cradle of humankind & Maropeng/sterkfontein caves tour

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Half-Day Walking Tour in Soweto

Check two area attractions off your list on a single tour: a comprehensive overview of Pretoria and a visit to Cullinan Gold Mine. Planning this multi-stop tour independently may seem daunting, but with round-trip transportation included it's a breeze. In Pretoria, hit all the highlights: the Kruger Museum, the Union Buildings, and the Voortrekker Monument. Learn about diamond mining and production at the Cullinan Mine for a better understanding of South Africa's economy.

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Pretoria City Tour and Cullinan Mine Tour from Johannesburg

Pretoria City Tour and Cullinan Mine Tour from Johannesburg

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $216

With tree-lined avenues, striking architecture, and important monuments shining a light on a strong colonial history, Pretoria ranks among South Africa’s must-see cities. On this tour, spin through Pretoria in comfort by air-conditioned minivan with your guide and explore with ease. Take in top attractions including the Paul Kruger House Museum, the Voortrekker Monument, and the Union Buildings, and gain insight into South Africa’s rich culture and colonial past.

Voortrekker Monument Half Day Pretoria City Tour

Half Day Pretoria City Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $99

Half-Day Tour to Rhino And Lion Reserve in Krugersdorp

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from $111

Skip the stress of self-driving Johannesburg in the early hours, and enjoy wide-angle views from an open safari vehicle on this full-day tour to Pilanesberg National Park. This compact reserve is home to all of the Big Five—lions, leopards, rhinos, buffaloes, and elephants—and your dedicated safari guides will help you spot them. Your day includes lunch, hotel pickup, entrance fees, and a bottle of water: breakfast is at your own expense.

Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $221

Lesedi Cultural Village Tour

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $104

Pirate taxis and fake rideshare drivers can be an issue at Johannesburg airport. Enjoy complete peace of mind and transparent prices—paid in advance, in the currency of your choice—when you prebook this private transfer between central Johannesburg and the airport. Drivers will track your flight, ensuring a timely arrival, and greet you with a name sign so there’s no risk of missing your ride.

1-4 Passenger Johannesburg - Airport Transfer

30 minutes to 1 hourFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $40

Per group

Full Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

If you’ve only got a day to fit in a safari drive, this visit to Pilanesberg Nature Reserve ensures you make the most of it. Begin with an early morning pickup, then head straight to Pilanesberg for a 4x4 safari drive. During the tour, look out for the “Big Five”, take a break for lunch, then take part in an afternoon drive for even more wildlife spotting. Note that park admission is not included.

Full Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $180

Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour

Explore the culture, history and traditions of Soweto on this private tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Spend half of a day venturing into one of the nation's most incredible towns. Visit Nelson Mandela's home, Vilakazi Street, the Hector Pieterson Memorial Museum and more. Choose to bungee jump (additional cost) or roll through the streets on two wheels with an optional bike tour (own expense). Round-trip transport and a friendly, professional guide makes this private tour hassle-free.

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Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House

Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House

Cradle of Humankind Sterkfontein Caves and Soweto Tour

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from $253

Per group

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $139

About 90 minutes from Johannesburg, the Elephant Sanctuary Hartbeesport Dam and Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary let these intelligent and sensitive creatures live their best lives. Skip the stress of self-driving in South Africa when you join this door-to-door adventure, with a guide to explain elephants’ habits, family structures, dynamics, and even anatomy and to show you monkeys running wild and free.

Enlightening Elephants And Monkeys Sanctuary Guided Day Tour

Enlightening Elephants And Monkeys Sanctuary Guided Day Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $250

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What are people saying about Johannesburg

Martyn_N, May 2026

Themba was a Pleasure

We enjoyed our half day tour to see downtown Jo'burg and Soweto. My wife used to have relatives that lived in Hillbrow over 40 years ago so it was fascinating to see how it had changed. Themba was a great guide. A very good driver and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this tour.

Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour

Michele_R, Apr 2026

Full day, Johannesburg and Soweto sightseeing tour

I highly recommend this full day tour. The tour guide Mo was very thorough explaining all the history and details that you needed to know about the history of South Africa which made the experience of visiting Soweto ,Constitution Hill, and the apartheid Museum a more valuable experience.

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

Amelia_C, Apr 2026

An insightful and...

An insightful and meaningful experience learning about the fossils and reflecting on the history of our existence. We had lunch at the museum cafe which was basic food - just something to note. On the way back there was a traffic jam due to an accident on the road and our driver was able to manoeuvre us out and take a different route so that we didn't end up stuck in traffic. Appreciate it!

Soweto Half Day Tour

Jeffrey_L, Mar 2026

It was a very good tour. ...

It was a very good tour. Thabang was knowledgeable and his detailed knowledge and feel for Soweto shown through in this tour. The only negative was the surprise that I needed to pay extra for airport pickup when I specified this from the beginning of the booking.

Full Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

Stacey_T, Mar 2026

Amazing Pilanesberg Day Trip

We just came from Chobe NP so we were on the fence about booking this, but we are SO glad we did because our tour guide did the mosttttt to make sure we saw that leopard on our ride!!! We had an amazing time, we saw 4 out of the big 5 (no lion 🥲) on a day trip! Highly recommend to all

Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum

J_C, Mar 2026

Impactful Experience

The Nelson Mandela House was engaging and informative. The Apartheid Museum was a riveting and impactful experience that wrapped guests in a full circle experience of the history of the struggle for freedom and equality for SA Natives. Our tour guide was very helpful and informative, as was the guides at Mandela House and the Apartheid Museum.

Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option

Ralf_R, Mar 2026

Good value and an easy way to see Joburg

This was surprisingly good. Drivers were friendly, buses ran to schedule, and the tracking system worked well. The places the bus visits aren’t always easily accessible so it’s a good option. Tip: if you want to visit some of the places on the tour it’s worth planning in advance and starting early

Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour

Murali_K, Dec 2025

Excellent tour of apartheid history

The day tour of Johannesburg and Soweto apartheid history was informative, educational and moving. The tour guide and driver, Gabriel, was very good in explaining everything and answering my questions. The guides at Lilies Leaf farm house and Constitution Hill were also thorough in showing us the horrific history of apartheid and how the political prisoners were treated in humanely. The visit to Mandela's first house, and the houses of different classes of people living in Soweto were also educational. Overall, it was a very good tour and I highly recommend it.

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

Eric_C, Dec 2025

Great tour with Pastor

We took a tour and pastor was our driver and guide. He picked us up and dropped us off from our hotel. He gave us a great tour and was so knowledgeable about the places and events that occurred. When we mentioned that we would be interested in going to cradle of civilization, he checked if there were still tickets but unfortunately there were none left. We appreciated his efforts to check for us.

Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour

Susan_J, Nov 2025

Must Do To Understand SA

This is a realistic view of Soweto and the history of the end of apartheid. I learned a ton and I also cried. I recommend this to anyone who actually wants to understand that part of South Africa. Also I would like to reiterate that we always felt safe and our guide Cpho was excellent and wonderful to talk with.

Half Day Pretoria City Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

garcesdiane, Oct 2025

Excellent overview of the...

Excellent overview of the city. The tour filled in many of the blanks regarding Pretoria's history and relationship with Johannesburg. Pick up was prompt and our guide did a thorough job of introducing us to the capital. Bonus! The streets were lined with purple blooming Jacaranda trees.

Half Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Chad_N, Sep 2025

Highly recommended !!!

I cannot recommend this experience highly enough! If your schedule does not allow for a visit to the major game parks or a full-day safari, I wholeheartedly suggest this encounter. Let me start by highlighting the punctuality of our guide, Cpho, who greeted us warmly at our accommodations. During our journey to the park, we engaged in a delightful conversation covering a multitude of topics. Cpho took care of our entry requirements and provided us with a brief overview of the park's facilities. After that, we were given a moment to enjoy a drink before it was time to board the safari truck. When the moment arrived, Cpho ensured that our tickets were in order and liaised with the park guides to facilitate a seamless experience. I cannot recommend this vendor and this activity highly enough!