Gaborone, Botswana
Republic of Botswana
As the capital of Botswana, this city offers museums, historic sites, and local cuisine.
📖 About Gaborone
Gaborone is the capital and largest city of Botswana.
It was formerly spelled as Gaberones during the colonial era, a name still occasionally used in older English texts and maps.
With a population of 246,325 based on the 2022 census, about 10% of the total population of Botswana. Its metropolitan area is home to 534,842 inhabitants at the 2022 census.
Trip Settings
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Total Budget
$1,540
$110 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers
Accommodation
$60 per night
Food & Dining
$24 per day
Local Transport
$10 per day
Entertainment
Budget Tips for Gaborone
- Research local customs before traveling
- Compare prices online before booking
- Local food is usually cheaper and more authentic
- Public transportation saves money over taxis
Botswana Facts
🏛️ Capital
Gaborone
🌍 Continent
Africa
📐 Area
582,000 km²
📞 Phone Code
+267
💰 Currency
Botswana pula
P (BWP)
🗺️ Region
Southern Africa
🗣️ Languages Spoken:
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
2 sites in Botswana
Tsodilo
With one of the highest concentrations of rock art in the world, Tsodilo has been called the ''Louvre of the Desert''. Over 4,500 paintings are preser...
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This delta in north-west Botswana comprises permanent marshlands and seasonally flooded plains. It is one of the very few major interior delta systems...
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