Johannesburg, A New Year, New Chapter and New Energy – Gauteng opens 2026 with an unstoppable surge of energy – a bold, buzzing and determined spirit that welcomes dreamers, doers and first‑timers into South Africa’s economic heartbeat and cultural capital. Whether you’re here to study, build a career, launch a business, explore iconic attractions or enjoy the best of Jozi, Pitori-Tshwane, Ekurhuleni, Sedibeng and West Rand tourism, the Golden Province invites you to plug into a destination where possibility has no speed limit.
From skyscrapers alive with ambition to neighbourhoods humming with creativity, from global sports venues and entertainment districts to serene nature escapes – Gauteng is where Africa’s future is being written in real time, making it one of the top‑searched urban travel destinations in South Africa. This season, we celebrate every newcomer ready to grow, discover and thrive together underpinned by the GGT vision 2030.
Destination Gauteng: A Home for All Who Dare to Dream
Travelers, families, entrepreneurs, students, remote‑working professionals and international visitors continue to choose Gauteng for its powerful mix of opportunity and lifestyle. The province offers:
- Africa’s biggest and most diverse consumer market
- Leading universities and training institutions in Gauteng
- A progressive, competitive job and business environment
- A thriving entrepreneurial and creative ecosystem
- Adrenaline‑filled entertainment, lifestyle festivals and global sports events
- A vibrant, modern African urban culture known for resilience and reinvention
Here, passion meets hustle. Connections turn into collaborations. And your next opportunity or unforgettable experience is always around the corner.
A Province Built on Culture, Stories and Experiences
Long after the gold rush, people are still drawn to Gauteng for its cultural diversity, heritage landmarks, dynamic arts scene, culinary hotspots and township tourism experiences.
From accessible outdoor spaces to trendy food markets and vibrant nightlife, the province offers something for every type of travelers looking for the best Gauteng attractions, things to do in Johannesburg, or Pretoria family activities.
With a packed calendar of music festivals, international sports fixtures, business conferences, family‑friendly events, lifestyle expos and city entertainment, Gauteng promises a year of discovery for both residents and first‑time visitors.
Top 20 Experiences for First‑Time Gauteng Explorers
A curated selection of top Gauteng attractions and must‑visit experiences for families, students, solo travelers, revelers, business visitors, bleisure travelers and event planners.
- Apartheid Museum
- Constitution Hill
- Soweto Guided Tour (Vilakazi Street, Hector Pieterson Museum)
- Union Buildings (Pretoria)
- Cradle of Humankind (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Gold Reef City
- Maboneng Precinct
- Pretoria National Zoological Gardens
- Lion & Safari Park
- Voortrekker Monument
- Hartbeespoort Aerial Cableway
- Lesedi Cultural Village
- Johannesburg Botanical Gardens & Emmarentia Dam
- Freedom Park
- Montecasino
- Melrose Arch
- Hector Pieterson Memorial & Museum
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
- Dinokeng Game Reserve (Big Five)
- Cullinan Diamond Mine
Plan Your Season in Gauteng
For more information on events, attractions, travel inspiration, lifestyle experiences and destination deals, visit www.gauteng.net.
Download the Visit Gauteng mobile app on Google Play or the App Store.
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Media Enquiries
Barba Gaoganediwe
Spokesperson, Gauteng Tourism
083 446 7844
[email protected]
X: @Barba_G74
www.gauteng.net
