If you’re visiting Johannesburg, you might be wondering what to do during your time there. You could take a trip out of the city and explore South Africa’s most popular destinations. Still, if you’re looking for something that doesn’t require too much planning or money—and will give you plenty of opportunities for photos—these day trips are perfect for your next trip.

The Cradle of Humankind

• The Cradle of Humankind is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Gauteng province of South Africa. It is the site of the oldest human-like fossils and many other critical paleoanthropological finds.
• This region offers an incredible insight into our past and provides a glimpse into some of the earliest forms of human evolution that ever existed on Earth.
• It should take around 1 hour to get there from Johannesburg by car or public transport.

Magaliesberg

The Magaliesberg is an excellent place for hiking. You can hike many trails, and bird watching is also popular there. The scenery is incredible, with views of the Magaliesberg Mountains from various vantage points. You can also go horse riding in the Magaliesberg

The Image Workshop Gallery

• The Image Workshop Gallery

The Image Workshop Gallery is a contemporary art gallery in Johannesburg founded by the Image Workshop in 2006. The gallery has a permanent collection of over 100 works by South African artists, such as William Kentridge, Yinka Shonibare, Carl Meintjies and others. It also hosts temporary exhibitions annually that showcase international artists’ work in an experimental space for contemporary African art.

Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve

The Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve is a national park about 30km from the city. The reserve has a variety of hiking trails, picnic spots, and waterfalls to explore. It’s also home to some of South Africa’s most exciting wildlife, including giraffes, zebras, gnus (wildebeest), antelopes and many other animals. If you want to experience something different from Johannesburg, this nature reserve is definitely worth visiting.

Elandsdrift Rock Art Centre

Elandsdrift Rock Art Centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most popular day trips from Johannesburg. It’s located within the KwaZulu-Natal province in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.

It’s only a short drive from Durban and Pietermaritzburg, so if you live in those areas, this would be a great day trip to take with your friends or family.

The Johannesburg Zoo

The Johannesburg Zoo is located in the suburb of Emmarentia. It’s home to over 2,000 animals and has a wide variety of animals on display. There is a children’s zoo with petting zoos, a tram ride that takes you through the grounds, and a reptile house and aquarium.

Hennops and Crocodile River Hiking Trails

• Hennops Hiking Trail
• Crocodile River Hiking Trail

Both trails are easy to moderate and family-friendly. The shorter 4km loop can be completed within a few hours, while the 6km loop takes a bit longer. If you don’t have enough time for both hikes, we recommend hiking at least one of them since they are both beautiful in different ways.

Lion Park

Lion Park is an excellent place for a day trip, especially if you are traveling with children. This game reserve and the zoo is home to over 500 lions, tigers and other animals. You can take an air-conditioned safari bus through the park or walk alone. There are also rides available for younger visitors.

The park has picnic areas where you can relax while enjoying views of the animals roaming freely in their habitats. If you don’t have time to spend the whole day at Lion Park, then make sure that you at least check out the Lions Rock Restaurant, which offers scenic views of this unique animal sanctuary from its outdoor terrace.

These day trips are great to do when you visit Johannesburg.

These are great day trips if you’re looking for fun things to do in Johannesburg. They’re all affordable and family-friendly, so they’re a great way to get your fill of the city while still having a fantastic time with friends or family.

Conclusion

You can’t go wrong with any of these day trips. Whether you’re looking for something fun and adventurous or want to relax, there’s something here for everyone.