Gaborone

Gaborone

Things to Do in Gaborone

20 curated spots from Gaborone itineraries

Activities & Attractions (10)

Mokolodi Nature Reserve
Doafternoon

Mokolodi Nature Reserve

Wildlife and nature reserve offering affordable safari experiences, animal talks, and snake handling demonstrations

3h
$20-35 per person
Botswana Craft Centre
Doevening

Botswana Craft Centre

Explore vibrant market with local baskets, jewelry, and art; browse The Courtyard Restaurant.

1h 30m
Free or $20
Gaborone Dam & Yacht Club
Domorning

Gaborone Dam & Yacht Club

Scenic walks, birdwatching, and yacht club views over the reservoir.

2h
Free
Gaborone Game Reserve
Doafternoon

Gaborone Game Reserve

Nature reserve with animal viewing opportunities and braai (barbecue) facilities for picnicking

2h 30m
$10-18 per person
Game City Mall & Entertainment
Domorning

Game City Mall & Entertainment

Modern mall with shops, cinema, and live music spots.

2h
$20-50
ISKCON Gaborone (Krishna Balaram Palace)
Domorning

ISKCON Gaborone (Krishna Balaram Palace)

Temple with impressive architecture, welcoming atmosphere, and vegetarian food offerings

1h 30m
Free
Kgale Hill
Domorning

Kgale Hill

Climb Gaborone's highest point via guided pathways with panoramic city views at the summit

2h
Free
River Walk & Three Dikgosi Monument
Doafternoon

River Walk & Three Dikgosi Monument

Stroll urban trails to historic statues symbolizing Botswana chiefs.

1h 30m
Free
Riverwalk Mall
Doevening

Riverwalk Mall

Shopping and entertainment center with shops, restaurants, and indoor activities suitable for rainy days

2h
Free to browse
Sri Balaji Temple
Domorning

Sri Balaji Temple

Free temple with beautiful architecture offering cultural immersion and spiritual exploration

1h
Free

Restaurants & Food (10)

Airport Junction Dining
Eatevening

Airport Junction Dining

Casual restaurants and food stalls with local and continental options

1h
$6-14 per person
Gaborone Game Reserve Braai Picnic Area
Eatafternoon

Gaborone Game Reserve Braai Picnic Area

Bring your own food or purchase from reserve vendors for a picnic-style braai experience

1h 30m
$5-12 per person
Gaborone Yacht Club
Eatmorning

Gaborone Yacht Club

Lakeside cafe with fresh salads, grilled fish, and dam panoramas.

1h 15m
$50-90 per person
ISKCON Gaborone Food Festival Area
Eatevening

ISKCON Gaborone Food Festival Area

Temple food service offering vegetarian meals at negligible prices during food events

1h 15m
$3-8 per person
Mahogany's Restaurant
Eatevening

Mahogany's Restaurant

International dishes like crispy pork belly and kudu carpaccio.

1h 45m
$70-120 per person
Riverwalk Mall Food Court
Eatmorning

Riverwalk Mall Food Court

Local fast food vendors and casual eateries offering Botswana dishes, pap, and light meals

45m
$5-12 per person
Street Food Vendors near Kgale Hill
Eatafternoon

Street Food Vendors near Kgale Hill

Local vendors selling traditional snacks and refreshments near the hill entrance

30m
$2-5 per person
Table50Two
Eatafternoon

Table50Two

Fine dining on Level 28 with skyline views; try kudu steak or seafood platters.

1h 30m
$80-150 per person
The Courtyard Restaurant @botswanacraft
Eatevening

The Courtyard Restaurant @botswanacraft

Traditional African fare like seswaa and pap in a craft-filled courtyard.

1h 30m
$60-100 per person
Zen Cafe Lounge
Eatafternoon

Zen Cafe Lounge

Italian-Japanese fusion in zen ambiance; sushi or pasta highlights.

1h 30m
$80-130 per person

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