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Things To See In Johannesburg

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Things To See
Things To Do
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Eat
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Travel
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Further Afield
Origins Centre
Museums and places of interest
Constitution Hill
Mandela's Joburg
MainStreetWalks
Johannesburg tours
Dlala Nje
Johannesburg tours
The Wilds
Parks, Gardens, Nature Reserves & Hiking Trails
Fairlawns Spa
Spas and massage
Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
Parks, Gardens, Nature Reserves & Hiking Trails
Modderfontein Reserve
Parks, Gardens, Nature Reserves & Hiking Trails
Lebo's Soweto Backpackers
Backpackers hostels
The Houghton Hotel
Luxury Hotels
The Peech Hotel
Boutique Hotels
Clico Boutique Hotel
Boutique Hotels
Olives & Plates Hyde Park
Contemporary
Proud Mary
Contemporary
Akido
Japanese and Sushi
Qsushi at Oxford Parks
Japanese and Sushi
Babylon – The Joburg Bar and Nightclub
Illovo and Melrose nightlife
The Royale
Parkhurst and Craighall nightlife
Mr Pants wine bar
Wine Bars
The Twenty Twenty Club
Bars and pubs
Johannesburg City Sightseeing bus – the Red Bus that takes you to the city's highlights
Transfers, sightseeing bus and tour services
Rea Vaya
Public Transport
Travelstart (local price comparison and flight bookers)
Airlines
Getting around – All you need to know about Joburg's Gautrain
Public Transport
44 Stanley – a visitor's guide
Boutique shopping centres
Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square
Malls
Rosebank Sunday Market
Food, fashion and craft markets
Bryanston Market
Food, fashion and craft markets
Pretoria National Botanical Garden (SANBI)
Tshwane and Dinokeng
Church Square
Sightseeing
The Javett-UP Art Centre
Sightseeing
The Faircity Junction
Hotels & Accommodation

Events in Johannesburg

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Up for auction: Russell Kaplan's Spring Wunderkammer (September 2025)
Up for auction: Russell Kaplan's Spring Wunderkammer (September 2025)
Online auctions
The Underground Booksellers walking tour
The Underground Booksellers walking tour
Talks & Tours
Sasol New Signatures 2025 exhibition at Pretoria Arts Museum
Sasol New Signatures 2025 exhibition at Pretoria Arts Museum
Art exhibitions and art events
'Structures' at Joburg Contemporary Art Foundation
'Structures' at Joburg Contemporary Art Foundation
Art exhibitions and art events

To do in Joburg

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What's coming up at The Troyeville (August and September 2025)
What's coming up at The Troyeville (August and September 2025)
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Sunset Music Series: The lineup at Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden (Sep – Oct 2025)
Sunset Music Series: The lineup at Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden (Sep – Oct 2025)
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Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra's Symphonic Jazz Festival (September 2025)
Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra's Symphonic Jazz Festival (September 2025)
Live Music
Joburg Ballet’s Spring Season of Dance (October 2025)
Joburg Ballet’s Spring Season of Dance (October 2025)
Ballet & Dance

Joburg restaurants & cafes

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Review: Kanpai and The Prawnery at Keyes Art Mile
Review: Kanpai and The Prawnery at Keyes Art Mile
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Outdoor dining in Joburg: Restaurants with great gardens, courtyards, and views
Outdoor dining in Joburg: Restaurants with great gardens, courtyards, and views
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Four food experiences in Joburg to book for as part of Jozi My Jozi Walks (September 2025)
Four food experiences in Joburg to book for as part of Jozi My Jozi Walks (September 2025)
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Where to eat brunch in Joburg
Where to eat brunch in Joburg
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Exhibitions to see in Joburg

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Meet the winners of the 2025 Sasol New Signatures art competition
Meet the winners of the 2025 Sasol New Signatures art competition
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Interview: Divining the future with Minè Kleynhans and her exhibition 'Augury After Autogogues'
Interview: Divining the future with Minè Kleynhans and her exhibition 'Augury After Autogogues'
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New imaginaries at Joburg Contemporary Art Foundation's 'Structures'
New imaginaries at Joburg Contemporary Art Foundation's 'Structures'
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Book review: 'The Chaos Precinct' by Tanya Zack
Book review: 'The Chaos Precinct' by Tanya Zack
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Joburg Nightlife

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Review: Ocaso at Oxford Parks
Review: Ocaso at Oxford Parks
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Rest to revel: Sunday groove in Johannesburg
Rest to revel: Sunday groove in Johannesburg
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Luxury nightlife: OKIO Nightclub and Bellucci Lounge in Sandton
Luxury nightlife: OKIO Nightclub and Bellucci Lounge in Sandton
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10 of Joburg's sexiest bars – Where to go for late-night drinks
10 of Joburg's sexiest bars – Where to go for late-night drinks
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Shopping in Joburg

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Explore the latest edition of The Linden Market (Sat, Sep 27 – Sun, Sep 28, 2025)
Explore the latest edition of The Linden Market (Sat, Sep 27 – Sun, Sep 28, 2025)
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What's new in Rosebank – 13 spots to visit (July 2025)
What's new in Rosebank – 13 spots to visit (July 2025)
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Wizards Vintage – pre-loved designer wear in Parktown North
Wizards Vintage – pre-loved designer wear in Parktown North
Vintage and Thrift
Where to shop in Joburg – September 2025
Where to shop in Joburg – September 2025
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Safari in South Africa

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Camping and tented safari luxury in South Africa
Camping and tented safari luxury in South Africa
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Visiting Kruger National Park
Visiting Kruger National Park
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Choosing ethical wildlife experiences
Choosing ethical wildlife experiences
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Where to travel! South African travel news and inspiration – August 2025
Where to travel! South African travel news and inspiration – August 2025
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Recent blog posts

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Joburg weekly events guide: Aug 18 – Aug 21, 2022
Joburg #ArtCity Highlights: Aug 18 – 25, 2022

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