Places to visit in Johannesburg

Originally built in 19th century and was initially known as Government Square, this tourist spot was recently given a new name and look. There is a statue of Gandhi and attractive shopping arcades for visitors to stroll in.

The tallest building in South Africa with fifty floors and is one of the popular shopping centre located in downtown Johannesburg. It is the tallest office building in Africa and has 50 floors. The building comprises both offices and shops.

Also known as the Brixton Tower, built in 1962, this tower is used for transmission purposes.

This is the highest structure of Johannesburg, 269 metres, and is owned by Telkom and is used as a microwave tower.

Forty kilometres away from the city centre of Johannesburg, Kliptown represents a collection of residential settlements and was established way back in 1903.

Credo Mutwa who is South Africa’s controversial spiritual leader, also an artist and is also a healer, this cultural village is a representation of his visionaries from 1974 to 1986. This park is a must visit for art lovers as it is steeped in prophecy, mysticism and folklore.

An experience is Gautrain is absolutely compulsory to understand one of the best subway systems of the world. The cleanliness, the comfort and the safety speak volumes.

To know about the famous movement against apartheid in South Africa, if you are interested in getting in-depth information, this museum presents you with the same. The condition of the people at that time and their trying period is beautifully portrayed here.

Six kilometres away from the city centre, this park offers a splendid combination of activity and serenity, attracts thousands of tourists every year.  With a spread of 100 hectares, it is also a popular destination for boating and canoeing.

With an area of 300 hectares, this garden is set against a magnificent waterfall, comprising of landscape and natural areas and it also has a good footfall of tourists.

Inaugurated in 1962 and is a conception of Dr Cyril Adler, the agenda of this museum was to collect all kinds of materials illustrating the History of Medicine and preserving them for posterity.

This museum houses a number of tanks, aircrafts and guns including the Molch, the one man submarine used by Germans in the Second World War.

Constructed in 1895, this was a residence of a mining official with history records of explosives and their uses. There is also a commentary on the part played by some of the national heroes of the country, who navigated the history of South Africa.

This temple is visible from most parts of the city, especially the six long spires. This temple serves church members from the other African countries as well.

Make a family trip to the Cradle of Humanity in Maropeng, a perfect blend of education and entertainment. Though the underwater boat ride is the main attraction guiding you through the history of earth’s creation but there are more to explore in this spot.

Not only the kids but the adults too will enjoy this swinging from branch to branch through the tree tops. This park in Melrose is equipped with swing bridges, Tarzan swings and zip lines and these courses are safe for the children and will entertain your kids to a great height.

You will come across buses that will take you round the city helping you take a glance of the beautiful and fun filling scenarios. Some of the interesting spots you will get to see around are Gold Reef City and James Hall Transport Museum. There are kids’ specials too.

In the suburb of Jabavu, this garden lies in the heart of Soweto, consisting of many uncommon plants.

Every tourist must visit the Constitution Hill and Fort Complex. The infamous Number Four Prison is also found here where Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela were kept as prisoners.

It is a bronze statue of the country’s greatest hero located at the centre of the Square with shops and cafes around for people to enjoy. Cultural performances are also hosted here with lot of gaiety.