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Johannesburg

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Founded when gold was discovered in the area in the late 19th century, Johannesburg quickly grew into a bustling metropolis, South Africa's largest city and the region's economic hub. On a tour of Johannesburg, you'll encounter a place of contrasts and discover affluent neighborhoods, urban decay, booming art and culinary scenes, and a dynamic atmosphere. Attractions in Johannesburg range from historic museums and monuments of the apartheid struggle, to an array of nearby nature trails, game reserves, and archaeological sites. Use our international travel planner: Johannesburg and all its delights await.
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Top Johannesburg tours

Johannesburg, Soweto and Apartheid Museum Guided Day Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $116
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Apartheid Museum
4.5
Duration: 3 hours
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Safaris
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
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Gold Reef City
4.0
Duration: 8 hours
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Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

Side trips from Johannesburg

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Montecasino
Sandton
4.3
Duration: 3 hours
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Emperors Palace
Kempton Park
4.0
Duration: 4 hours
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Nelson Mandela Square
Sandton
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Voortrekker Monument
Pretoria
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min

Hidden gems in Johannesburg

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South African National Museum of Military History
4.5
Duration: 6 hours
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Lindfield Victorian House Museum
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Photography Tours
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Nature & Wildlife Tours
5.0
Duration: 8 hours

Museums in Johannesburg

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Hector Pieterson Museum
Soweto
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
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SAB World of Beer
4.2
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Satyagraha House
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Kim Sacks Gallery
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Johannesburg

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Neighbourgoods Market
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
Finders Keepers Market
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Market on Main
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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The Mall of Rosebank
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min

Golf in Johannesburg

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Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club
4.5
Duration: 4 hours
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Glendower Golf Club
4.4
Duration: 4 hours
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Houghton Golf Club
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Killarney Country Club
4.2
Duration: 4 hours

Featured attractions

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Puri Thai Massage
3.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Imbizo Tours and Travel - Day Tours
4.2
Duration: 4 hours
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Lindfield Victorian House Museum
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Ndebele Tours And Travel
Soweto
3.7
Duration: 4 hours
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Places to visit with Johannesburg

Pretoria BEST FOR: Monument, Historic Site, Nature / Park
Kempton Park BEST FOR: Casino, Spa, Safari
Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site BEST FOR: Cave, Nature / Park, Historic Site
Roodepoort BEST FOR: Garden, Shopping Mall, Landmark
Centurion BEST FOR: Shopping Mall, Spa, Outdoor Activity
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