The 12 Best Day Trips from Boksburg

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 Boksburg, South Africa, led by Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto. The closest is Johannesburg, about 35 min by car, and 7 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 Boksburg

  1. 1

    Johannesburg, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car22 km west of Boksburg

    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 car52 km north of Boksburg

    Known for Paul Kruger Statue.

  3. 3

    Soweto, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car40 km west of Boksburg

    Known for Ghandi Tolstoy Farm.

  4. 4

    Soshanguve, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car84 km north of Boksburg

    Known for Crater Viewpoint.

  5. 5

    Evaton, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car54 km south-west of Boksburg
  6. 6

    Thembisa, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car24 km north of Boksburg
  7. 7

    Vereeniging, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car61 km south-west of Boksburg
  8. 8

    Rustenburg, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 50 min by car118 km north-west of Boksburg
  9. 9

    Emalahleni, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car104 km east of Boksburg
  10. 10

    Diepsloot, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car40 km north-west of Boksburg
  11. 11

    Randburg, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car29 km north-west of Boksburg
  12. 12

    Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car70 km south-west of Boksburg

A sample day: Boksburg to Johannesburg

  1. 08:30Leave Boksburg
  2. 09:05Arrive in Johannesburg (35 min drive)
  3. 09:20Apartheid Museum
  4. 11:20Lunch
  5. 12:35Johannesburg Botanical Gardens
  6. 14:20Gold Reef City Theme Park
  7. 15:50Head back to Boksburg
  8. 16:25Home in Boksburg

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Boksburg?
The best day trips from Boksburg are Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto, Soshanguve, Evaton. The closest is Johannesburg, about 35 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Boksburg?
Johannesburg is the closest, 22 km west of Boksburg, roughly 35 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Boksburg?
7 places are within about an hour's drive of Boksburg: Johannesburg (35 min), Thembisa (35 min), Randburg (45 min), Soweto (45 min), Diepsloot (45 min), Pretoria (1 hr).
Where can I go for a weekend from Boksburg?
For a weekend away from Boksburg, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Rustenburg (118 km, 1 hr 50 min), Emalahleni (104 km, 1 hr 40 min). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from Boksburg?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Rustenburg at 118 km, around 1 hr 50 min by car.

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