Is Pretoria good for kids?

Yes — a Pilanesberg safari, the Sterkfontein Caves, the Harties cableway and Sun City make Gauteng fun for families.

What are the best things to do near Pretoria with children?

Top family picks are a Big Five safari at Pilanesberg, the Cradle of Humankind caves, and Sun City.

Is a safari suitable for children?

Yes — Pilanesberg’s easy, malaria-free day safaris are well suited to families with children.

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Pretoria with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Pretoria and Gauteng are great for families. Here is how to spend a family trip — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

1Pilanesberg safari
2Sterkfontein Caves
3Harties cableway
4Sun City

Safari fun

A Big Five game drive at Pilanesberg.

Caves & cableway

Sterkfontein Caves and Harties cableway.

Sun City

Resort fun for the whole family.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Pretoria — prices per person.

North West

Pilanesberg National Park 6 Hour Safari from Sun City

Cradle of Humankind Tour: Sterkfontein Caves & Maropeng

Horseback Safari Adventure in Hartbeespoort from Johannesburg

Pilanesberg National Park Safari in Open Vehicle from Johannesburg

Cradle of humankind & Maropeng/sterkfontein caves tour

Lesedi Cultural Village Tour

4.8(82)·6 hours

from$117/ person

via Viator

Pilanesberg National Park

Full Day Pilanesberg Safari Adventure

Private Cycling The Cradle of Humankind in Game Reserve

5.0(20)·3 hours

from$88/ person

via Viator

Pretoria with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

At a glance

Safari fun

Caves & cableway

Sun City

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