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Pretoria in 2 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Two days in Pretoria cover the capital and its history. Here is how to spend two perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: city & caves
  2. 2Day 2: Soweto & apartheid
  3. 3Mandela House
  4. 4Apartheid Museum

Day 1: the capital

City sights and the Cradle of Humankind.

Day 2: history

Soweto and the Apartheid Museum.

Reflection

Mandela’s house and memory sites.

Pretoria in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Pretoria?
Two days lets you explore the city and Cradle of Humankind on day one, and Soweto and the Apartheid Museum on day two.
What are the best day trips from Pretoria?
The Cradle of Humankind, Soweto and the Apartheid Museum, and a Pilanesberg safari are the top trips.
How do I plan a 2-day Pretoria itinerary?
Spend day one on the city and caves, and day two on Soweto and apartheid history.