Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY
Pretoria, South Africa

Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY

Outty Ranking 61 4.6 · 9 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $76
Instant mobile ticketSpots available today

Outty Ranking

61/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.6/5

Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY worth booking?

Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY is a 3-hour experience in Pretoria, South Africa, from $76 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
61 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (9)
Duration
3 hours
From
$76 per person

Pretoria, Capital of the ZAR, the Union of South Africa, the Republic of South Africa and the new South Africa. Stop at the Union Building, home to the president’s office, from where you can delight in a panoramic view of the Jacaranda City.

What you get

    About this experience

    Pretoria, Capital of the ZAR, the Union of South Africa, the Republic of South Africa and the new South Africa. Stop at the Union Building, home to the president’s office, from where you can delight in a panoramic view of the Jacaranda City.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Driver/guide
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

    Not included

    • Food and drinks

    What you'll see and do

    1. Kruger Museum

      The Museum consists of the original house in which S.J.P. Kruger, President of the old Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek (ZAR), and his family lived during the last years of the 19th century, as well as two display halls and President Kruger’s State Railway Coach.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary

      The Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary is a 11.76 ha nature reserve located in the Walkerspruit Open Space System, in the Nieuw Muckleneuk suburb of Pretoria, South Africa. It became the first bird refuge in Pretoria when it was opened by the then mayor of Pretoria, Mr. W. J. Seymore, on 27 October 1956

      Pass by without stopping

    3. The Voortrekker Monument

      The majestic Voortrekker Monument is situated in Pretoria in a nature reserve. It is a unique Monument which commemorates the Pioneer history of Southern Africa and the history of the Afrikaner and is situated in a beautiful setting.

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Union Buildings

      Pretoria’s Union Buildings, the official seat of the national government, house the offices of the South African president and are located atop the Meintjieskop. An important South African heritage site, the impressive building is surrounded by pretty terraced gardens that offer panoramic views over the city.

      30 minutes here

    5. Melrose House Museum

      This historical house, built in 1886, is either pointed out or visited as part of the tour

      Pass by without stopping

    6. Church Square

      hurch Square in central Pretoria was the site of the city’s first church, built in 1855. During its early years, the square was used as a marketplace and sports field and today is the grandest civic square in the city. For visitors who adore 19th century and early 20th century architecture, Church Square is one of the must-see places. The square is surrounded by historical buildings in varying neo-classical architectural styles, including the impressive Palace of Justice where former president Nelson Mandela and several of his comrades were tried and charged for treason during the infamous Rivonia Trial, the Old Capitol Theatre and the Ou Raadsaal (Old Government) building. Other notable buildings include the Old Nederlandsche Bank building.

      30 minutes here

    7. Pretoria City Hall

      City Hall of Pretoria, Paul Kruger Street

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Pretoria Main Train Station

      Sir Herbert Baker designed main Train Station of Pretoria

      Pass by without stopping

    9. Pretoria's tallest building

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Ulysses Tours & Safaris cc

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

    Photos

    Jacaranda streets, Pretoria, Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAYUnion Buildings, Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAYChurch Square, Pretoria, Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAYOur fleet at Union Buildings, Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAYOur fleet at Union Buildings, Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAYPretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY, photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Physical effort

    3 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    9 verified traveler reviews for Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    6
    4 star
    2
    3 star
    1
    2 star
    0
    1 star
    0
    Sort
    AllisonK309 · October 2026

    Ulysses Pretoria city tour - half day

    Our Guide Elias made the trip fantastic! His knowledge of the area and monuments and sights was excellent and he was easy to understand and friendly and professional. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend.

    Response from the operator: Good day Allison Thank you for you taking the time to review your tour. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your tour and as well as the guide Elias. Hope to see you again soon for another tour.

    via Tripadvisor

    fabianos628 · May 2026

    Dear

    I made up doing this tour yesterday because there was a company paper that claimed to be 600 rands on Tuesdays. When the hotel receptionist called there they gave the price of 1000 rands and changed the time, no more 14h, to 12h.All right, the guide arrived, I took the van and we went to Freedom museum.It started to rain a lot and so it was throughout the afternoon and night.I couldn't see beauty thanks to rain, but 1000 rands to go to a museum, a palace and a square is a lot, especially that I went by car from the hotel even to 3 museums, on different days, and I didn't pay anything. Now I know why they don't want to call the agency. No card for payment, only cash.

    Response from the operator: Dear Caro. Our Pretoria City tour does not include the Freedom Park. Our rate for the Pretoria City tour on a Tuesday afternoon is R950. Can you supply us with a booking number, the date of travel and the hotel where you stayed. It does not seem that you travelled with Ulysses Tours. We will gladly assist in any further questions.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    558terried · April 2026

    Perfect tour guide.

    Gratham was our tour guide & driver for our Pretoria half day city tour today with Ulysses . Bus was perfect size for our 6 pax party & very clean. Driver was prompt & extremely informative & went above & beyond, joining us for lunch (this was not part of the tour), stopping at an ATM for us to draw cash & did not rush the tour at all, even extending beyond the original completion time.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you and your group enjoyed your Pretoria half-day city tour with Gratham and Ulysses. It’s great to know that the vehicle was comfortable and spotless, and that Gratham’s professionalism, flexibility, and informative guiding made such a positive impression. Going above and beyond for our guests is something we truly value, and we’re so pleased that his extra efforts — from assisting with the ATM stop to ensuring you never felt rushed — helped make your experience even more memorable. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!

    via Tripadvisor

    MarieO190 · March 2026

    The marvels of Pretoria

    We were picked up by Gratham Prinsloo our guide for this tour. We then embarked on an amazing tour of this incredible city. Gratham was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the historical significance of Pretoria. In all honesty I had some reservations about visiting Pretoria and although I appreciate there are issues surrounding safety concerns this guided tour was enlightening and I am so very grateful to have had this experience in this city. Gratham is a credit to Ulysses Tours and to the city he has so beautifully represented today, I will go home and further my own knowledge on all that we saw and heard. Thank you Gratham.

    Response from the operator: Good morning Marie01-thanks for taking the time to write a review. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had a great experience visiting Pretoria Thank you also for the kind words regarding Gratham - I I'll be sure to pass this on to him. Kind regards

    via Tripadvisor

    Andreas_K · March 2024

    Great half-day tour of Pretoria

    Our Guide Bo was very friendly and knowledgeable. He picked us up at our hotel and drove us up to the Unions Buildings, Mandela statue, Church square, Kruger house and Vortrekker Monument. He gave us a lot of historic background which we found very valuable at the start of our travels in South Africa.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue
    Price range
    $76 to $1,220
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    3
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Ulysses Tours & Safaris cc, who run 15 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.0.

    See everything Ulysses Tours & Safaris cc runs

    Why this scores 61

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)81
    Review evidence (18% weight)43
    Booking momentum (14% weight)33
    Value for money (12% weight)55
    Listing quality (10% weight)63
    Local standing (8% weight)43
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Pretoria.

    How much does Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY cost?

    +

    Prices start at $76 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Pretoria usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY take?

    +

    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Pretoria is not rushed.

    Is Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY worth it?

    +

    It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Pretoria, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY?

    +

    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY suitable for kids and families?

    +

    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY?

    +

    Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Pretoria can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

    +

    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Pretoria and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY start and how do I get there?

    +

    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Pretoria within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Pretoria?

    +

    On Outty we rank every Pretoria experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soweto Cultural Walking Tour with Lunch, Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch, Johannesburg and Soweto tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Pretoria?

    +

    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Pretoria?

    +

    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

    +

    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY?

    +

    Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Driver/guide; All Fees and Taxes; and Transport by air-conditioned minivan. Not included: Food and drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY include hotel pickup?

    +

    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 4 listed pickup locations in and around Pretoria. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY offered in?

    +

    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY?

    +

    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY wheelchair or stroller accessible?

    +

    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY if the weather is bad?

    +

    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Pretoria. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY?

    +

    Across 9 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Ready to lock in your spot?

    Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Pretoria Capital City Tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY.

    Pick your date