What to do and see in Pretoria, Gauteng: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

July 25, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Pretoria is a vision of purple, thanks to its plethora of blossoming trees that gave the South African metropolis its nickname: Jacaranda City. Give in to the animal magnetism of the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, then get up close and personal with the big, bad kitties of the Cheetah Research and Breeding Centre. The buildings of Pretoria reflect diverse architectural styles and influences, creating a unique urban landscape.
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1. Pretoria City Guided Day Tour

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This tour is private with just you and the guide in the vehicle. The vehicle is fully sanitized for your use. Pretoria is often called the "Garden City" and indeed this is especially true in late spring when the Jacaranda trees bloom into a sea of purple. It is the capital city of South Africa and steeped in the history of South Africa. You will learn much about South Africa of the present and its history on a tour of Pretoria. Visit venues such as the Voortrekker Monument, The Union Buildings, and Church Square in the center of Pretoria.

Inclusions: Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenirs and Curios

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

2. Soweto Private 6-Hour Guided Tour

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This a private tour and you have the vehicle and guide to yourself! Take a 6-hour tour of Soweto, a township in the Johannesburg area, with a guide to visit some of its most historically significant sites. You'll see Nelson Mandela's former house, Vilakazi Street (the only place in the world that has been home to two Nobel Laureates), the Hector Pieterson Memorial, and Freedom Square. Lunch is included at a local shebeen.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Bottled water, At a smart Sowetista restaurant with views of Vilakazi St., Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan or SUV

Exclusions: Any other activities not mentioned, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

3. 6-Hour ( Half Day) Private Guided Johannesburg City Tour

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On this 6-hour private city tour, see some of the most significant and interesting venues and attractions in Johannesburg. You'll stop at Nelson Mandela's modern home in the suburb of Houghton, see some rich and poorer ( but vibrant) suburbs, enjoy great views of the city from the Rand and the top of our highest office building, visit the Apartheid Museum, Africa's richest square mile with Nelson Mandela Square at its center and explore other central Johannesburg sights. All in the comfort of a private vehicle with your own well-informed, experienced, communicative, and fully qualified guide.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle: SUV (four or fewer adults) or minicoach (more than four adults), Bottled water

Exclusions: Any other activities not mentioned, Food and drinks, Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

4. Multiple South African Luxury Experiences

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Every country in the world displays some diversity, but South Africa, stretching from the lions in the Kruger National Park to the iconic Table Mountain in the Cape, takes some beating. Enjoy the Country’s sweeping valleys of the Winelands, Cape Town’s jumping nightlife, Namakwa’s springtime symphony of wildflowers or KwaZulu-Natal’s iSimangaliso Wetland Park which alone has five distinct ecosystems, attracting both zebras and dolphins - there is something here for any person with any interest of any age. Although the country has its fair share of problems, South Africans are some of the most upbeat, welcoming and humorous folk you’ll encounter anywhere, from farmers in the rural north who tell you to drive safely on those dirt roads, to Khayelitsha kids who wish you molo (‘good morning’ in Xhosa).

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Breakfast, All activities, Driver/guide, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Hotel drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: quad bike rental *optional on extended tour beyond 10 days

Reviewed By Iwannago7

I have to first admit my ignorance to the majesty of South Africa and all it has to offer. The Real South Africa....made sure I left educated, from everything from the countries history to their modern day marvels. Spending the day on safari seeing animals large and small, shopping at Sandton Mall, eating Dinner in the Sky to just relaxing poolside after a massage! Something as simple as the sunrise will take your breath away! Kudos to SA and all it’s people for for uniting as one and turning their country around after the apartheid. Not only did the Real South Africa make my trip spectacular beyond what I could have imagined they made it so carefree and easy for me, literally taking care of all the details, coordination....all I had to do was be ready! I look forward to my next visit! Until then....

5. 3 days tour package - Soweto/Apartheid Museum/ Pretoria/Lion Park

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In this 3 Day tour you will have an experience that you can't have in others tours you will be able to combine Black struggle history and white struggle history as well theirs leaders who struggle for their people to be free on the both side of the history.

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6. Pretoria Capital Tour

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Pretoria ,The administrative Capital city of the then ZAR,The Union Of South Africa And the New South Africa. We also Visit The Union Buildings,The President’s State House.There you can have a nice scenery view of the Jacaranda City.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Dinner, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages, Lunch

Reviewed By KahnFamily4

What a breath of fresh air! Well organised, clean and equipped to prevent COVID. Sanitizers at facilities, COVID scanning and questioning before entering the park. Lots of animals.

7. Pretoria Capital Tour

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Pretoria ,The administrative Capital city of the then ZAR,The Union Of South Africa And the New South Africa. We also Visit The Union Buildings,The President’s State House.There you can have a nice scenery view of the Jacaranda City.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Dinner, Lunch, Snacks

Reviewed By KahnFamily4

What a breath of fresh air! Well organised, clean and equipped to prevent COVID. Sanitizers at facilities, COVID scanning and questioning before entering the park. Lots of animals.

8. Half Day Pretoria City Tour

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The city of Pretoria (aka The Jakaranda City) is South Africa’s administrative capital and we take you on an amazing cultural experience that includes tree lined avenues, inspiring architecture, historical monuments. Come and explore the Capital City of South Africa with our knowledgeable guides.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Free Onboard Uncapped WiFi

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By eurig2018

I did the half day safari in the lion ???? & safari park and it was soooo amazing !! Thabong, my tour guide picked me up on time at my hotel and we explained really everything about South Africa’s history , its languages and culture ! I enjoyed the trip so much because he answered all my questions and took care of me. The safari was incredible and I enjoyed my first visit in South Africa ???????? so much !! I would recommend Thabong as a tour guide to all of you , he is patient , a safe driver ???? and he knows everything about that beautiful country ! I will be back soon ???? thanks for this perfectly organised trip !! Kind regards, Vicky

9. Johannesburg and Soweto Private Guided Tour with Shebeen Lunch.

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This tour is private just for you with our guide. Johannesburg is the only major city in the world built because of an underground resource, gold instead of a river or port. For over 100 years it was the world's biggest producer of the yellow metal. Johannesburg and the township of Soweto together make up arguably Africa's most interesting city, least of all because of the vast diversities in race, culture, and wealth of its inhabitants. During this full-day private tour, your informative guide highlights places and events that changed the cultural and political landscape of South Africa and in some cases the world. See the former homes (both old and recent) of Nelson Mandela and spend time exploring the Apartheid Museum. Your customizable itinerary includes lunch on vibrant Vilakazi Street in Soweto. Changes can be made to add going down a gold mine, seeing Gandhis home, who, during his 20 years in South Africa he became the human rights activist we know him as today.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local taxes, Professional guide, Bottled water, Lunch

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenirs and curios, Gratuities

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

10. Pretoria Capital City Tour Experience

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Pretoria (Tshwane), in Gauteng Province, is the administrative capital of South Africa. Known as "Jacaranda City" for its thousands of jacaranda trees. During this tour you will visit the Voortrekker Monument where the history of the Africaner, the Great Trek and battle of blood River is illustrated on rock plaques. You will also get to visit Church square, Union Buildings and Melrose House. It's also home to universities and government buildings. Enjoy your ride in an air condition vehicle.

Inclusions: Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch, Food and drinks

Reviewed By nicolasjola223

Solly drove us from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg for a day safari,it was a great day. We manage to see Africa big 4,we did not see leopard.our driver inside the Safari was also excellent guide who knows many places to see animals.Solly connected to many peoples. thanks Solly highly recommended .

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