Gold Reef City
Themed around the Johannesburg gold rush in the late 1800s, Gold Reef City is an entertainment complex that comprises a theme park and casino. History, entertainment and imagination all come together at the complex, which is situated on an old gold mine.
In addition to water slides and roller coasters, the old mining-style theme park is a heritage hotspot. Visitors can explore the park’s museum houses, learn about gold mining and go underground for the full mining experience. You could also watch smelted gold being poured into casts, enjoy traditional gumboot dancing and even try your hand at panning for gold.
Gold Reef City, Johannesburg. Photo courtesy Gauteng Tourism Authority
The 24-hour Gold Reef City Casino is operated by highly qualified staff and offers a wealth of betting options, including slot machines and table games, and caters for high rollers and dabblers alike. Visitors to the casino can also take in quality shows at the Lyric and Globe theatres.
Both the casino and theme park offer accommodation and conferencing facilities, and conference delegates can simply walk across to the entertainment areas after all the work is done.
The famous Apartheid Museum, a stone’s throw from the casino, offers a look into a different kind of South African history. The museum conveys the full story of apartheid in brilliant yet disturbing detail.
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Visiting hours
Monday to Sunday from 09h30 to 17h00 in season (Gauteng school holidays)
Wednesday to Sunday from 09h30 to 17h00 out of season
Directions
South of the city centre. Keep to the Bloemfontein lane on the M1 South, take the Booysens Road off-ramp and follow the signs to Gold Reef City