My Gauteng
Urban Rhythm
Feel the energy of our cities, catch the beat of Afro pop, hip hop or jazz at a shebeen or all-night club, play in our casinos, shop, dine and follow the pulse of our rhythm to your next urban African adventure.
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What fantastic events are taking place in this "happening" province? Get out of your comfort zone and head for the city lights...
Street Cred 2011
20 to 24 September
Maboneng Precinct, MOAD building, 281 Commissioner Street
R150 a ticket
The Street Cred festival celebrates urban culture and youth interests, with a special heritage slant. Held over the long weekend around Heritage Day, the festival kicks off with a blogging duel and local music acts. Look out for graffiti installations and BMX shows, plus street fashion and great soapbox debates. Log on to www.strcrd.com
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What unique and vibrant places epitomise Gauteng's hip and happening nightlife? We suggest you visit these top spots:
Newtown
Vibrant Newtown is situated in Johannesburg’s inner city and is home to theatres, art galleries and restaurants.
All roads lead to RosebankHalfway between the Joburg city centre and Sandton is Rosebank, which is also halfway metaphorically and physically. Where Joburg is edgy, gritty
44 Stanley AvenueIn a previous life, the buildings of 44 Stanley Avenue were Automobile Association garages, where cars that had had a run-in with Johannesburg’s
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What reviews can inform your destination choices? Do you have an experience of urban Gauteng you would like to share?
Glamorous night out at Melrose Arch’s Protea Hotel Fire & Ice!
Cocktails and snacks in a snazzy courtyard under the stars accompanied by the sounds of jazz, laughter and happy chatter – what a wonderful night out in...
Gin on The StripGreenside’s Gleneagles strip (also referred to by regulars as, simply, The Strip) has become an after-dark hub of...
Braamfontein sunrise – photo essayEver wondered what the sunrise looks like from within the inner city? Obstructed by skyscrapers, the best way to see the morning’s first orange...
Street Cred Johannesburg 2011Join the movement and be part of Street Cred (Str.Crd) 2011 – the only street-culture showcase event in Africa.
Str.Crd celebrates urban...
Johannesburg: The Mighty City – videoPops Mohamed and Don Mattera praise Johannesburg for its cultural diversity in a new poem commissioned for the Arts Alive festival....
An evening of jazzThis Friday, 9 September, from 19h00, the Thaba Ya Batswana Eco Hotel and Spa hosts a jazz evening featuring Jazz McTiles. For R80, guests can...
Indulge Your Senses
Relax and be rejuvenated with calming treatments and soothing therapies. Scented traditional balms made with indigenous ingredients will have you stress-free and smiling in no time.
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If you haven't yet experienced the wonder of a Gauteng spa, now is the time. Treat yourself today.
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Some of the country's top serenity outlets can be found in Gauteng. Here's where we suggest you should go to recharge your batteries:
Michelangelo Hotel
The Renaissance architecture of the luxury Michelangelo Hotel – centred around an airy atrium – is far removed from the hectic pace of Sandton, the nearby hub of tourism, business and shopping.
MuldersdriftMuldersdrift is a popular escape from fast-paced Johannesburg and Pretoria. Situated only half an hour away from the noise and stress of city
The WestcliffThe Westcliff hotel is a five-star, luxury establishment perched on the rocky ridges of one of Johannesburg’s oldest suburbs. Some of the
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What are those who know (those on the down low) saying about where you should go for the ultimate in relaxation?
Spring is Joburg Shopping Festival time
Get out and about and shop up a storm in Joburg this September. The 2011 Joburg Shopping Festival (JSF) is set to take place from 17 to 25 September in Rosebank, the inner city and Woodmead....
Neighbourgoods Market comes to JoziThe Neighbourgoods Market is finally coming to Johannesburg. This Saturday, 10 September, the market launches at 73 Juta Street in Braamfontein....
Let’s “Hit the Catwalk”!Join the Gauteng Tourism Authority and fashionistas from all over the country as we gather in Gauteng and “Hit the Catwalk”! ...
Serenity, Safari & Scenic Splendour
Gauteng is blessed with spectacular scenery and natural landscapes – places to be still, to inspire you, to explore. Impeccable service and cuisine and superlative wildlife encounters add up to safari adventures that will exceed your wildest expectations.
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What outdoor exploration should you undertake this month? What spectacular sight is a must to photograph?
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Gauteng isn't all about bright lights and city snobs. Get out of the city centre and explore your province.
Saamrus Guest Farm
Saamrus is pet-friendly, self-catering accommodation. Just an hour out of Johannesburg, it’s situated on 500 unspoilt hectares at the foot of the Magaliesberg mountains.
Irene Country LodgeThis charming haven is tucked away in the historic village of Irene, between Johannesburg and
Vaal MeanderJust an hour’s drive south of Johannesburg is an adventure playground for Gautengers looking for an action-packed day trip, a romantic weekend
Sterkfontein CavesSterkfontein Caves is the world’s richest hominid fossil site, with thousands of discoveries made there since excavation began in 1935. It is
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Some superb news and views about Gauteng's places of splendour and calm, written by GeePees for GeePees.
Red duiker: Serenity, safari and scenic splendour – Gauteng daily snapshot
Gauteng is blessed with spectacular scenery and natural landscapes. The province offers places to be still, places to inspire, and places to explore.
This red duiker was spotted at the Rhino...
Outdoor Rush
Beautiful weather, spectacular locations, awesome scenery and record-breaking, mega-thrilling extreme adventures.
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From quad biking fun to bungee jumping, Gauteng offers the adventure seeker plenty of thrilling options.
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Extreme outdoor adventure needn't be far from home. Visit these local hot spots to skydive, bungee and ski:
Mystic Monkeys and Feathers Wildlife Park
The Mystic Monkeys and Feathers Wildlife Park is situated in the Dinokeng Game Reserve, 85km north of Pretoria. It is home to one of the largest private primate collections in South Africa, as well as a host of exotic bird species and predators, including white lions, Bengal tigers and cheetahs.
Bill Harrop’s hot air ballooningBill Harrop’s Original Balloon Safaris prides itself on offering an “elegant, eccentric adventure in space and time”, whether it’s hovering at
Orlando TowersIf you’re in Soweto and looking for the ultimate high, give the extreme sports offered at Orlando Towers a try.
Johannesburg Skydiving ClubAre you a daredevil? Are you at your happiest when adrenalin is rushing through your veins and the wind’s in your hair? If so – and if you are
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Any news about Gauteng's outdoor community? Where are the best holiday spots for adventure junkies?
SAB World of Beer hosts the best Christmas party yet
There are less than 150 days to Christmas, and you know your company’s end-of-year party is around the corner. Winner of SA Tourism’s Welcome Award in 2009 and 2011, the SAB World of Beer offers...
Cultural Encounters
Experience cultural interactions that are real and inspiring. Visit our neighbourhoods, townships, museums and be entertained in our theatres. Be a part of our journey to freedom; walk in the footsteps of some of the greatest icons in our history.
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From farm markets and art festivals to local museums that house our history, plenty of cultural encounters await.
FNB Joburg Art Fair
23 to 25 September
Sandton Convention Centre
Twenty-three galleries will be showcasing the work by their artists, some old favourites and some newcomers. Several top South African wine estates are being introduced to the fair, as well as the ever popular Mastrantonio food. Please visit www.fnbjoburgartfair.co.za for more information.
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Learn about what shapes Gauteng – the culture, the arts and the people. Its pulse and heart. Experience your home.
Dance Factory
The performing arts are well rooted in Gauteng, with many musicals and dramas having been staged in front of bumper audiences.
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What part of daily life does culture play? Do you want to share a cultural encounter that was inspired by a visit to Gauteng?
Experience the spirit of ubuntu
Ubuntu, the African expression of “oneness”, means a sense of generosity, a spirit of unity. This November, Johannesburg will host the Global Afrika Ubuntu Indaba, offering residents an...
Tops Soweto Wine Festival set to delight Gauteng wine loversThe seventh Tops Soweto Wine Festival will kick off National Tourism Month with a three-day wine and lifestyle event in Soweto aimed at...
Arts Alive 2011 around the cornerHints of spring are in the air, which means this year’s Arts Alive festival is just around the corner. The annual Johannesburg-based festival...
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