The 15 Best Day Trips from Carletonville

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

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There are 15 good day trips from Carletonville, South Africa, led by Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto. The closest is Soweto, about 55 min by car, and 4 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 15 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Carletonville

  1. 1

    Johannesburg, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car67 km east of Carletonville

    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

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car105 km north-east of Carletonville

    Known for Paul Kruger Statue.

  3. 3

    Soweto, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car47 km east of Carletonville

    Known for Ghandi Tolstoy Farm.

  4. 4

    Soshanguve, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car121 km north-east of Carletonville

    Known for Crater Viewpoint.

  5. 5

    Evaton, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car49 km south-east of Carletonville
  6. 6

    Benoni, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car94 km east of Carletonville
  7. 7

    Thembisa, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car92 km north-east of Carletonville
  8. 8

    Vereeniging, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car63 km south-east of Carletonville
  9. 9

    Boksburg, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car88 km east of Carletonville
  10. 10

    Krugersdorp, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car49 km north-east of Carletonville
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    Rustenburg, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car79 km north of Carletonville
  12. 12

    Diepsloot, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car78 km north-east of Carletonville
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    Randburg, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car67 km north-east of Carletonville
  14. 14

    Roodepoort, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car52 km north-east of Carletonville
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    Brakpan, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car98 km east of Carletonville

A sample day: Carletonville to Johannesburg

  1. 08:30Leave Carletonville
  2. 09:45Arrive in Johannesburg (1 hr 15 min drive)
  3. 10:00Apartheid Museum
  4. 12:00Lunch
  5. 13:15Johannesburg Botanical Gardens
  6. 15:00Gold Reef City Theme Park
  7. 16:30Head back to Carletonville
  8. 17:45Home in Carletonville

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Carletonville?
The best day trips from Carletonville are Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto, Soshanguve, Evaton. The closest is Soweto, about 55 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Carletonville?
Soweto is the closest, 47 km east of Carletonville, roughly 55 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Carletonville?
4 places are within about an hour's drive of Carletonville: Soweto (55 min), Evaton (55 min), Krugersdorp (55 min), Roodepoort (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Carletonville for a day out?
Johannesburg is the largest city in day-trip range, 67 km east of Carletonville and about 1 hr 15 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Carletonville?
For a weekend away from Carletonville, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Soshanguve (121 km, 1 hr 55 min), Pretoria (105 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 Carletonville?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Soshanguve at 121 km, around 1 hr 55 min by car.

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