Johannesburg & Pretoria Holidays
Johannesburg & Pretoria Holidays
Johannesburg & Pretoria Holidays
Johannesburg & Pretoria Holidays
Johannesburg & Pretoria holidays in South Africa
While Gauteng may geographically be South Africa's smallest province it is an urban playground of note with the cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Johannesburg has grown apace since the discovery of gold in 1886. Today, South Africa’s largest city is booming, edgy and cool with an infectious vibrancy. Along with a diverse cultural life, some great shopping, restaurants and nightlife, there are many notable landmarks and attractions.
An absolute must-see is the Apartheid Museum, which graphically charts the chilling era of segregation and oppression. Overlooking the city, Constitution Hill is home of the architectural marvel, Constitutional Court, as well as important heritage buildings such as the Old Fort museum and...
Why Visit Johannesburg & Pretoria?
- Fascinating museums
- History and heritage
- Great shopping
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites nearby
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Johannesburg & Pretoria Travel Guide
Best time to go
Johannesburg enjoys a mild climate with approximately six weeks of chilly weather in mid-winter (July-August) and summers with warm sunshine (October-March). The rainy season occurs in summer rather than winter and tends to be short sharp storms rather than prolonged rain. Pretoria’s climate is similar to Johannesburg, but as it lies at a somewhat lower altitude temperatures can be very slightly higher.
Travel Information
Johannesburg is approximately 11 hours (non-stop flights) from the UK. Pretoria is an hour’s drive from Johannesburg.
Local currency
South African Rand
Unmissable Experiences
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Soweto
Join this half day tour from Johannesburg for an insight to the township of SOWETO, acronym for South Western Township, which is home to over two million people. Visit the Kliptown Open Air Museum, Hector Pieterson Museum, pass Mandela House, Regina Mundi Church - site of many secret meetings of the then banned political parties, and finally travel past Soccer City.
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£49
Pretoria and Cullinan Diamond Tour
This full day tour from Johannesburg begins at the Cullinan Diamond Mine, South Africa’s third richest diamond mine which produced the world’s largest gem quality diamond. See the workings and machinery of the mine and visit the enormous open cast mine. Later, continue to Pretoria to see the legendary Voortrekker Monument, the Kruger Museum and the historic Union Buildings.
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£145
History of Humankind & Lesedi Cultural Tour
This full day tour from Johannesburg starts at the World Heritage Site of The Cradle of Humankind. After a stop at the superb Maropeng Visitor Centre, you’ll discover Zulu, Xhosa, Ndebele, Sotho and Pedi cultures at the Lesedi Cultural Village and experience their warmth and hospitality. The tour concludes with a traditional African meal.
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£159
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