Johannesburg
South Africa · Gauteng · 1753 m
Description
Johannesburg, widely known as Joburg, is South Africa’s largest city and a dynamic center of business, culture, and history. The metropolis emerged during the gold rush of the late 19th century and is known for its creative neighborhoods, diverse culinary scene, and vibrant urban life. Joburg combines modern architecture and cosmopolitan flair with significant historical sites such as Soweto, the Apartheid Museum, and Constitution Hill, which offer compelling insights into the history of apartheid and South Africa’s journey toward democracy. As one of Africa’s major economic centers and an important transportation hub, Johannesburg serves as a key gateway to South Africa and the wider Southern African region.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – July
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- May
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- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Apartheid Museum
- Soweto & Vilakazi Street
- Constitution Hill & Constitutional Court
- Hector Pieterson Memorial & Museum
- Mandela House
- Cradle of Humankind (UNESCO)(Day trip)
- Gold Reef City & Johannesburg Gold-Mining Heritage
- Origins Centre
- Maboneng Precinct & Street Art
- Johannesburg Art Gallery
- Braamfontein & Neighbourgoods Market
- Nelson Mandela Square & Sandton
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden & Witpoortjie Falls(Day trip)
- Verreaux's Eagles at Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden(Day trip)
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden & Emmarentia Dam
- 44 Stanley
- Melville & 7th Street
- Rosebank Art & Dining District
- Soweto Towers
- Regina Mundi Church
- Kliptown & Walter Sisulu Square
- Museum Africa & Newtown
- Johannesburg Zoo
- Magaliesberg Mountains(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- JNB
- Train stations:
- Johannesburg Park Station, Faraday, Park Station