Attractions
44 Stanley Avenue
In a previous life, the buildings of 44 Stanley Avenue were Automobile Association garages, where cars that had had a run-in with Johannesburg’s roads came to get fixed. When the AA moved out, a few hundred squatters moved in and the buildings were… Read more
Absa Money Museum
If you want to know more about the history of money in South Africa, then the Absa Money Museum in downtown Johannesburg is the perfect place for you to… Read more
Alexander Theatre
Although smaller in size than its nearby and more renowned counterparts, the Market Theatre and Joburg Theatre complex, the Alexander Theatre has a rich history in Johannesburg’s entertainment industry.… Read more
All roads lead to Rosebank
Halfway between the Joburg city centre and Sandton is Rosebank, which is also halfway metaphorically and physically. Where Joburg is edgy, gritty and cosmopolitan, and Sandton is sophisticated, fast and easy, Rosebank’s identity is welcoming,… Read more
Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre
The Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre, formally known as the De Wildt Cheetah Centre, is a breeding sanctuary for cheetahs and other endangered animals.… Read more
Apartheid Museum
Many films have been made, books written and stories told about South Africa’s oppressive past, but nothing captures those dark years better than the Apartheid Museum, located in western Johannesburg. The museum exhibits unedited and uncensored… Read more
Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary
If you’re planning a relaxed family day trip to Pretoria, the Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary in the scenic suburb of Muckleneuk makes for a perfect picnic destination.… Read more
Balalaika Hotel
Nestled in the heart of Sandton, the Balalaika Hotel has been a landmark for 60 years and is a favoured meeting place and watering hole for locals and tourists alike. The lovely building was originally a country estate and was here long before the… Read more
Benoni Country Club
The Benoni Country Club was founded in 1906 as a nine-hole golf course for employees of the Van Ryn Mine following the discovery of gold on the East Rand. It was expanded into an 18-hole course three years later and has, over the years, become a… Read more
Bernard Price Institute
Located at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, the Bernard Price Institute for Palaeontological Research (BPI) is home to one of the largest fossil collections in South Africa. The research institute exists to collect, conserve,… Read more
Bidvest Wanderers Stadium
The 34 000-seater Bidvest Wanderers Stadium, situated just south of Sandton in Illovo, Johannesburg, is the premier cricketing stadium in South Africa and one of the best in world cricket. The stadium, home to the Highveld Lions, was built in 1956 to… Read more
Bill Harrop’s hot air ballooning
Bill Harrop’s Original Balloon Safaris prides itself on offering an “elegant, eccentric adventure in space and time”, whether it’s hovering at treetop height to wave to a local farmer or soaring high among the… Read more
Bird gardens at Montecasino
Montecasino in Fourways, northern Johannesburg, is renowned for its gaming and entertainment facilities. The complex also houses a variety of exquisite boutiques and fine restaurants that serve sumptuous local and international cuisine. But… Read more
Blaauwbank Historic Gold Mine and Resort
Forget about the haulage trucks, excavators, heavy machinery and state-of-the-art equipment used in modern mining. A visit to the Blaauwbank Historic Gold Mine will take you back to time when commercial gold mining began taking root in South Africa… Read more
Bronkhorstspruit Dam Nature Reserve
With more than 200 bird species recorded in this nature reserve, it’s the ideal place to witness the diversity of nature. Sometimes referred to as “Bronkies”, it not only appeals to birders, but also anglers who are interested in the fish living in… Read more
Bruma Market World
Flea markets have become an integral part of the South African shopping experience. They are no longer quirky spots selling tie-dyed, second-hand clothing, but have been transformed into vibrant alternatives to the conventional boutiques housed in… Read more
Bryanston Organic and Natural Market
Thursdays and Saturdays from 09h00 to 15h00 see the Bryanston Organic and Natural Market at the Michael Mount Waldorf School in full swing. Shoppers can pick up fresh organic veggies, cheeses, milk and cream, nuts and dried fruit, wheat-free breads… Read more
Bunny Park
If you’re keen to soak up some sunshine and enjoy a restful day out with the family, why not pack a picnic basket, stick a blanket in the car and head to the Bunny Park, on Johannesburg’s East… Read more
Carlton Centre
If you want a bird’s-eye view of Johannesburg, the 50-storey Carlton Centre is the place to go. Visitors to the centre can enjoy a panoramic view of the City of Gold from the Top of Africa, as the topmost floor of the building is known.… Read more
Carnival City Casino and Entertainment World
Carnival City Casino and Entertainment World is one of the busiest entertainment centres in Gauteng. It boasts top-class entertainment and gaming facilities, restaurants, retail outlets, two hotels, conferencing facilities and child friendly… Read more
Church Square
Church 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… Read more
Constitution Hill
Constitution Hill is a symbol of South Africa’s unique and triumphant democracy. Visitors to this complex, built on a ridge between Hillbrow and Braamfontein overlooking central Johannesburg, will likely be struck by how South Africa has transformed… Read more
Correctional Services Museum
Those visitors who enjoyed the somewhat grisly hanging chamber representation at Gauteng’s Apartheid Museum may be interested in a day trip to Pretoria Central Prison, where the provincial Correctional Services Museum is… Read more
Credo Mutwa Cultural Village
Located in the heart of Soweto, the Credo Mutwa Cultural Village is a museum-cum-outdoor exhibition of astounding sculptures and buildings created by African artist and traditional healer Credo Mutwa. The private collection of sculptures that he… Read more
Cresta Shopping Centre
Cresta Shopping Centre is an enormous functional yet glitzy shopping extravaganza. It’s also a great hangout and meeting spot for families and teens from surrounding Randburg and Northcliff. For visitors there are three travel agencies, three bureaux… Read more