Jozi is an incredibly friendly, fun city and there’s a lot to see here, from the bohemian streets of Melville, to the buzz of Newtown and the country’s biggest township, Soweto. Take a look at some of the popular places and activities below and make plans for some awesome sightseeing!
Gold Reef City, where the old mining past comes to life with shows, authentic costumes and buildings, fabulous restaurants and loads of entertainment.
Museum Africa is a journey back into the glory years of the African continent’s past, when the first civilizations were created and thrived.
The Market Theatre was made famous as the first fully integrated theatre and houses three theatres, restaurants, bar and museum.
Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden is a great place to hike and admire South Africa’s diverse plant heritage. In addition, you can walk to the top of the falls and observe the nesting highly endangered black eagles.
The Johannesburg Zoo is dedicated to the accommodation, enrichment, husbandry, and medical care of wild animals, and houses about 2000 individuals of 320 species. It is one of the few places in the world with white lions.
The Neighbourgoods Market is as much a source for farm fresh foods and specialty goods as it is a meeting point to enjoy community, swap ideas and stories, and be inspired by the energy that makes Joburg.
Market On Main at Arts on Main is made for the people of Joburg by the people of Joburg to encourage inner city lifestyle, learn about sustainable living, and provide a relaxed and creative space to spend leisure time.
The 44 Stanley site was once a series of industrial 1930’s buildings, and has been developed into a collection of speciality boutiques, foodie stops and design studios. The ambience is a relaxed, friendly and refreshing mix of quintessential Johannesburg elements.