Orlando towers- A top tourist attraction in Soweto, with its vibrant art covering the once functioning cooling towers. Now a popular bungee-jumping spot.
Apartheid Museum- The Apartheid Museum displays South Africa’s unique story, not to mention the triumph of the human spirit over adversity. Art Afrika- A collection of ethnic art, craft and artefacts from all over the continent. Constitution Hill- A national heritage site which has witnessed a century of South Africa’s history, from the turbulent past to the ever-changing democracy. Montecasino- A pleasure palace set in tuscan style. Jozi Food Market- The finest food market in Johannesburg. Emmarentia Dam- Best place to walk the dog, Emmarentia Dam is next to the Botanical Garden. Absa Money Museum- Home to the largest collection of money used in South African history. Gold Reef City- The casino at Gold Reef City is open 24 hours daily, and the gold-mining theme park is not to be missed! Hyde Park Corner Shopping Mall- Voted as the best-loved of Johannesburg’s malls, Hyde Park Shopping boasts 130 speciality retailers. Johannesburg Botanic Garden- A green space in the middle of Jo'burgs northern suburbs with over 30 000 trees. Catz Pyjamas- Cocktails or Breakfast.Open 24/7 Johannesburg Zoo- 54 lush hectares in northern JHB. Johannesburg Art Gallery- Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, Gabriel Rossetti, Rodin, Dante, Henry Moore and Edgar Degas's art grace the walls of the Gallery. Johannesburg Planetarium- Educational and entertaining programmes on astronomy are held every weekend. Seating capacity of over 400 persons. SAB World of Beer- An awesome tour encompassing the art of brewing, with ice cold frosties afterwards. Nelson Mandela Bridge- The largest cable-stayed bridge in South Africa, the 284 metre long Nelson Mandela Bridge stretches to Newtown, city’s inner city renewal project. Turffontein Race Course- One of the oldest horse racing venues in South Africa. Sandton City- One of the main attractions in Sandton, this shopping centre is among the largest shopping malls in Africa Mandela Family Museum- Nelson Mandela's house in Soweto, called the Mandela Family Museum, is an interesting look at the world's most famous former prisoner. Hector Pieterson Memorial- Opened in Soweto in 2002, close to where 12 year-old Hector was shot during the Soweto uprising,16 June 1976. It is a symbol of resistance to the brutality of the apartheid government. Newtown- Situated in Joburg’s inner-city, Newtown is the core of the city’s regeneration. Roof-Top Market- Regarded by many as South Africa's best flea market with more than 500 stalls offering quality clothing, art, craft objects, ceramics, antiques and collectibles. Zoo Lake- Buzzing with dog walkers, joggers, skateboarders and kids. Soweto township tour- Visit the heart of the country. Cradle of Humanity- A look back into Africa's ancient past. |