Attractions around Johannesburg
Explore 72 attractions, restaurants, shops around Johannesburg
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Apartheid Museum
Northern Park Way and Gold Reef Rd, Johannesburg 2001 South Africa
This museum is architecturally interesting and packed with thoughtful, often brutal, reminders of South Africa’s history.
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Gautrain
Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
Gautrain is Africa’s first world-class, modern rapid rail and bus service for Gauteng, a province regarded as the economic heartland of South Africa.
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Gold Reef City
Northern Parkway Road, Johannesburg 2159 South Africa
Gold Reef City is a premier entertainment destination in the south of Johannesburg, reminiscent of an authentic turn-of-the-century mining town which is conveniently situated close to the centre of Johannesburg or just 20 minutes from OR Tambo Airport. The resort offers a variety of entertainment for both the young and young at heart which includes a state of the art casino, two 4-star hotels, conferencing and teambuilding facilities, a thrilling theme park,a spectacular theatre featuring live productions and a variety of restaurants and fast foods for every taste. Also located on the premises is the world renowned Apartheid Museum and the Red Bus City Sightseeing Tours.
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Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
11 Kotze Street, Johannesburg 2001 South Africa
Nowhere can the story of South Africa's turbulent past and its extraordinary transition to democracy be told as it is at Constitution Hill. Constitution Hill is a national heritage site situated in the Johannesburg CBD and is home to the Constitutional Court of South Africa- the highest court in the country on constitutional matters. Once a place of injustice and brutality, where South Africa's leading political activists, including Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi, were detained, the site has been transformed into a place of solidarity and democracy, home to the Women's Gaol museum, Number Four Museum, and Old Fort Museum. Apart from its engaging and gripping exhibitions, Constitution Hill is also open to the public for guided tours and has become an important platform for Heritage, Education, and Tourism related programmes. The vast variety of programmes hosted at Constitution Hill enable us to embrace current issues, celebrate days of national significance, address matters of public interest and create a forum for public debate. With its rich history and character Constitution Hill boasts of ideal platforms to educate and learn about South Africa's story. ConHill, as it is famously known, also offers a variety of multi-purpose venues, suitable for conferencing, performances, a large array of events and for public activities and programmes.
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Johannesburg Zoo
Jan Smuts Avenue Upper Park Drive, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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South Western Townships
Johannesburg South Africa
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Mandela House
8115 Vilakazi Street Orlando West, Soweto, Johannesburg 1804 South Africa
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Maboneng Precinct
Kruger Street Fox St, City and Suburban, Johannesburg 2094 South Africa
The Maboneng Precinct is a connected Urban neighbourhood in downtown Johannesburg. Maboneng is fast becoming Jo'burg's most unique and innovative area, offering live / work and entertainment opportunities within a fully integrated urban environment. Completed developments include Arts on Main and Main Street Life, Revolution House and more. Maboneng is also home to flagship fashion stores and diverse eateries and entertainment spaces.
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Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
8287 Khumalo St, Soweto, Johannesburg South Africa
This tragic museum, opened in 2002, honors the Sowetan schoolchildren slain in a police massacre in 1976.
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Johannesburg Botanical Garden
Olifants Road Emmarentia, Johannesburg 2194 South Africa
Tranquil gardens, walkways, shady arbors and benches make this sprawling park a popular respite from the pace of the city.
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African Craft Market of Rosebank
Cradock Ave Rosebank, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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Top of Africa
Main Street near Krus Street top of the 50-story Carlton Centre, Johannesburg South Africa
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South African National Museum of Military History
20 Erlswold Way Saxonwold, Johannesburg 2132 South Africa
This large museum contains mostly military-related records, journals, weapons and photographs that depict the nation’s participation in large-scale conflicts.
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FNB Stadium
Gate B, Soccer City Avenue,, Johannesburg 2147 South Africa
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Oriental Plaza
Newtown Cultural Precinct, Johannesburg South Africa
Throngs of locals and tourists visit this indoor/outdoor complex where over 350 shopkeepers hawk their wares.