The 12 Best Day Trips from Benoni

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 12 good day trips from Benoni, South Africa, led by Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto. The closest is Germiston, about 25 min by car, and 6 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 12 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Benoni

  1. 1

    Johannesburg, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car28 km west of Benoni

    What travelers see in Johannesburg

    • Apartheid Museum - Gain profound insight into South Africa's history of apartheid with detailed exhibitions and thought-provoking narratives.
    • Johannesburg Botanical Gardens - Immerse yourself in lush greenery and diverse plant species at this expansive garden, perfect for a leisurely stroll or picnic.
    • Gold Reef City Theme Park - Enjoy thrilling rides and experiences that celebrate Johannesburg's gold mining history in a fun and family-friendly environment.
  2. 2

    Pretoria, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car51 km north of Benoni

    Known for Paul Kruger Statue.

  3. 3

    Soweto, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car47 km west of Benoni

    Known for Ghandi Tolstoy Farm.

  4. 4

    Soshanguve, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car83 km north of Benoni

    Known for Crater Viewpoint.

  5. 5

    Evaton, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car61 km south-west of Benoni
  6. 6

    Thembisa, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car23 km north-west of Benoni
  7. 7

    Vereeniging, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car67 km south-west of Benoni
  8. 8

    Rustenburg, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car122 km north-west of Benoni
  9. 9

    Emalahleni, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car98 km east of Benoni
  10. 10

    Diepsloot, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car42 km north-west of Benoni
  11. 11

    Germiston, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 25 min by car15 km west of Benoni
  12. 12

    Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car75 km south-west of Benoni

A sample day: Benoni to Johannesburg

  1. 08:30Leave Benoni
  2. 09:10Arrive in Johannesburg (40 min drive)
  3. 09:25Apartheid Museum
  4. 11:25Lunch
  5. 12:40Johannesburg Botanical Gardens
  6. 14:25Gold Reef City Theme Park
  7. 15:55Head back to Benoni
  8. 16:35Home in Benoni

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Benoni?
The best day trips from Benoni are Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto, Soshanguve, Evaton. The closest is Germiston, about 25 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Benoni?
Germiston is the closest, 15 km west of Benoni, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Benoni?
6 places are within about an hour's drive of Benoni: Germiston (25 min), Thembisa (35 min), Johannesburg (40 min), Diepsloot (50 min), Soweto (55 min), Pretoria (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Benoni for a day out?
Johannesburg is the largest city in day-trip range, 28 km west of Benoni and about 40 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Benoni?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Rustenburg at 122 km, around 1 hr 55 min by car.

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