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The 11 Best Day Trips from Etwatwa

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 11 good day trips from Etwatwa, South Africa, led by Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto. The closest is Benoni, about 25 min by car, and 5 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Etwatwa at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Johannesburg42 km W50 minHalf-day trip
Pretoria50 km NW1 hrHalf-day trip
Soweto62 km W1 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Soshanguve81 km NW1 hr 15 minFull-day trip
Evaton75 km SW1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Benoni15 km SW25 minHalf-day trip
Thembisa27 km NW40 minHalf-day trip
Vereeniging81 km SW1 hr 15 minFull-day trip
Boksburg22 km SW35 minHalf-day trip
Rustenburg132 km W2 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Emalahleni83 km E1 hr 20 minFull-day trip

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Etwatwa

  1. 1

    Johannesburg, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car42 km west of Etwatwa1 hr 40 min round trip

    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.

    Also nearby: Randburg.

    19 traveler itinerariesThings to do in Johannesburg
  2. 2

    Pretoria, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car50 km north-west of Etwatwa2 hr round trip

    Known for Paul Kruger Statue.

    Also nearby: Diepsloot.

  3. 3

    Soweto, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car62 km west of Etwatwa2 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for Ghandi Tolstoy Farm.

    Also nearby: Krugersdorp, Roodepoort.

  4. 4

    Soshanguve, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car81 km north-west of Etwatwa2 hr 30 min round trip

    Known for Crater Viewpoint.

  5. 5

    Evaton, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car75 km south-west of Etwatwa2 hr 50 min round trip
  6. 6

    Benoni, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 25 min by car15 km south-west of Etwatwa50 min round trip
  7. 7

    Thembisa, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car27 km north-west of Etwatwa1 hr 20 min round trip
  8. 8

    Vereeniging, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car81 km south-west of Etwatwa2 hr 30 min round trip
  9. 9

    Boksburg, South Africa

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car22 km south-west of Etwatwa1 hr 10 min round trip
  10. 10

    Rustenburg, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car132 km west of Etwatwa4 hr 10 min round trip
  11. 11

    Emalahleni, South Africa

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car83 km east of Etwatwa2 hr 40 min round trip

A sample day trip: Etwatwa to Johannesburg

A realistic pace for Johannesburg, 42 km from Etwatwa. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 08:30Leave Etwatwa
  2. 09:20Arrive in Johannesburg (50 min drive)
  3. 09:35Apartheid Museum
  4. 11:35Lunch
  5. 12:50Johannesburg Botanical Gardens
  6. 14:35Gold Reef City Theme Park
  7. 16:05Head back to Etwatwa
  8. 16:55Home in Etwatwa

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Etwatwa?
The best day trips from Etwatwa are Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto, Soshanguve, Evaton. The closest is Benoni, about 25 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Etwatwa?
Benoni is the closest, 15 km south-west of Etwatwa, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Etwatwa?
5 places are within about an hour's drive of Etwatwa: Benoni (25 min), Boksburg (35 min), Thembisa (40 min), Johannesburg (50 min), Pretoria (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Etwatwa for a day out?
Johannesburg is the largest city in day-trip range, 42 km west of Etwatwa and about 50 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Etwatwa?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Rustenburg at 132 km, around 2 hr 5 min by car.

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