PLACES TO SEE IN GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA

 

Gauteng Tourist Destinations and Tourist Attractions include all the places to see in Gauteng Province of South Africa

 

 

PLACES TO SEE IN GAUTENG GENERAL

 

Animal Parks & Zoo's        Aquarium       Arts and Crafts       Botanical Gardens        Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary       Cheetah & Wildlife Centre        Coca Cola Dome        Cultural Village        Dams & Small Lakes        Game Parks & Nature Reserves       Hartbeespoort Dam        Heritage Sites and Museums       Lion Park       Military History Museum        Mystic Mountain Sanctuary        Nasrec       Natural History Sites        Nelson Mandela Museum        Sandton Convention Centre        Snake & Animal Park       South African Lipizzaners        Sterkfontein Caves       

 

 

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GAUTENG

Saddle Creek Adventures

Archery is a fun and challenging team building event which anyone can master quickly.

 

Instructors will be on hand to show you the basics on how to safely handle the bow and where to aim.

 

Once everyone is confident about the basics the participants can be divided into teams competing against other. Afterwards an individual shoot out can also be arranged. Open Monday to Sunday from 8.30am to 4.30pm

Saddle Creek Ranch includes archery in its team building events

Contact Details

Cell: 079 467 9906

E-mail:

www.saddlecreekadventures.co.za

 

 

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HERITAGE SITES & MUSEUMS

The Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site - tel: +27 (0)11 355 1208 - email: cradleofhumankind.gpg.gov.za
The site is situated in the North Western corner of Gauteng, and has 13 excavated sites, amonst many unexplored ones. It has a rich anthropological value, game reserves, cultural villages and many other holiday attractions. The Site lies mainly in the Gauteng province with a small extension into the neighboring North-West province, and covers 47 000 hectares of land mostly privately owned. The Cradle of Humankind Site comprises a strip of a dozen dolomitic limestone caves containing the fossillised remains of ancient forms of animals, plants and most importantly, hominids. The dolomite in which the caves formed, started out as coral reefs growing in a worm shallow sea about 2.3 billion years ago.

Swartlrans - The earliest known deliberate use of fire, some 1,3 million years ago, have been found on this site.

Kromdraai - In 1938, the first specimen of robust ape-man was discovered at Kromdraai.

 

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STERKFONTEIN CAVES

Where "Mrs Ples", a 2,5 million year old, and an almost complete skeleton estimated to be about 3,3 million years old were excavated. These caves have one of the richest and most productive anthropological sites in the world.The Sterkfontein Caves are located within the Isaac Edwin Stegmann Reserve about 10km from Krugersdorp. These caves were donated to the University of Witwatersrand by the Stegmann family. A section of the caves is open to the public, and there is a gravel platform from which the public can view the excavation site. Other facilities include a tea-room and small museum in which information about significant findings are on display.

 

The Sterkfontien cave system, about 12km north of Krugersdorp in Gauteng, is the site of some of the most important discoveries concerning human evolution.  The limestone deposit at the surface, from which the first fossils were recovered, was formed by the collapse and infilling of a cavern as it became exposed by erosion.  Underlying the old quarry is an extensive system of younger caves containing an underground lake and many limestone formations, part of which is open to tourists.


The Palaeo-Anthropological Research Unit at the Unitversity of the Witwatersrand has been excavating at Sterkfontein continuously since 1968, and more than 550 hominid fossil specimens have been found.  For the year 'Mrs Ples' was the best specimen of A. africanus. However, towards the end of 1998, an entire australopithecine skull together with its skeleton was discovered by Dr Ron Clarke, in an underground cavern beneath the surface excavations.  Owing to its great age (between about 3.2 and 3.5 million years) and completeness, this is regarded as the most important fossil find in South Africa since the Taung skull.

 

CULTURAL VILLAGE

Gauteng cultural villages
Gauteng cultural villages

A 200-seater restaurant decorated in true African style and divided into three sections:

  • Nile Room seating 40 people
  • East Africa seating 60 people and
  • South Africa seating 100 people

NILE ROOM

Traditional north African cuisine

OLIVE FOREST

This area is normally used for an open-air Barbecue

 

Gauteng cultural villages

Contact Details

Tel: +27 (12) 205-1394

Fax: +27 (12) 205-1433

0800 119000

E-Mail:

enquiries@lesedi.com

 

 

 

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MYSTIC MONKEYS AND FEATHERS WILDLIFE PARK

Mystic Monkey

 

Mystic Monkeys & Feathers Wildlife Park

hosts one of South Africa’s largest private primate collections featuring 38 species, in addition to a large number of beautiful, exotic birds.as well as Chimpanzee and White-Handed Gibbons, two of the "Big 5" in the "ape" world, including Cheetahs, Lions and Tigers.

Pretoria Mystic Monkeys and Feathers Wildlife Park, Pretoria Zoo and wildlife, Wildlife Park Pretoria

Contact Details

Emri Saayman

Tel : +27 71610 9359

 

Christa Saayman

082 566 4929

 

E-mail:
blouduiker@mweb.co.za

 


 

 

 

 

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CHEETAH AND WILDLIFE CENTRE

CHEETAH AND WILDLIFE CENTRE

Encounter a unique wildlife experience. See cheetah, wild dog, brown hyena, antelope, suni, nyalas, blue duikers, various species of vultures and indigenous owls, right up close.

 

We conduct open vehicle tours, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide.

Booking is essential

Tel: 012-5049906/7/8
Cell: 083 892 0515

bookings@dewildt.co.za

 

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AQUARIUM
Hartbeespoort Dam Aquarium

HARTEBEESPOORTDAM AQUARIUM

Enjoy our exciting variety of freshwater & tropical fish, crocodiles (nile, slender-snout & dwarf, all indiginous to Africa), pelicans, seals, penguins and other aquatic animals.

On weekends, we entertain you with our live pelican, seal, penguin & crocodile animal shows.We offer weekday shows for larger groups, by arrangement.

Contact Details

Tel : +27 (0)12 259-3924

Tel : +27 (0)12 253-5119

Tel: +27 12 253 1162

Show times :

11:00 & 15:00 on Saturdays

11:00, 13:00 & 15:00 on Sundays & Public Holidays.

 

CONTACT US : Tel : +27 (0)12 259-3924

 

 
SNAKE & ANIMAL PARK
Snake and Animal Park Hartbeespoort Dam

SNAKE & ANIMAL PARK

The park has the most interesting Snake and Seal show. It is a show not to be missed.

Visitors can see a great variety of species including lions, tigers and other big cats. Visitors will also see chimpanzees and other primates, hyenas, wild dogs, otters, birds and reptiles. We have one of the finest reptile collections in Southern Africa.

Snake Habdling Courses Gauteng

Contact Details

Tel : 012 253 1162

Tel: 012 253 0195

1 Scott street

GPS

20°40'69"S -27°51'6"E

 

CONTACT US : Tel : 012 253 1162

 

 
ARTS AND CRAFTS

Elizabeth Schoeman Pottery

Elizabeth Schoeman

Elizabeth Schoeman is an internationally exhibited and recognised potter. She works in porcelain, stoneware and earthenware. She is proficient in slipcasting, wheel work, sculptural and modeled pieces, Raku and handworked techniques. Her hand-painted, underglaze slip designs primarily feature Fauna and Flora subjects.

 

Consultations are by appointment only. She can customise any work to your personal requirements. Commissions are welcome.

 

Contact Details

Her pieces can be viewed at :

The Adlou Gallery

Schoemansville

Hartbeespoort

Fax: +27 (0)12 259-0409

Cell: 082 873-7500

E-Mail:

theschoemans@absamail.co.za

 

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THE LION PARK
The Lion Park

The Lion Park

is situated in Gauteng Province near Lanseria Airport and Fourways within easy reach of Johannesburg and Pretoria. The park offers terrific up close views and other exciting interactions with a large variety of predators and large herbivores indigenous to Africa

The Lion Park is home to over 80 lions including the rare white lions and many other carnivores such as cheetah, wild dog, brown and spotted hyena and black backed jackal and a wide variety of antelope which roam freely in the antelope area.Guests have an opportunity to interact with some of the animals in the Cub World area which has a giraffe feeding platform that puts you at eye level with our tame resident giraffe creating a fun experience for all ages.

Then there is the popular cub interaction which allows guests to touch the cubs and take photographs.The Lion Park is open every day of the year

Contact Details

Tel : +27 (76) 187 3883

Tel : +27 (82) 382 4473

info@lionpark.com

We are open every day of the year from 08:00am – 21:00pm

 

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SOUTH AFRICAN LIPIZZANERS

SOUTH AFRICAN LIPIZZANERS

The oldest human bred horse in the world, ancestors of the Lipizzaners, have been traced to Carthaginian and Roman horses at the time Julius Caesar was Emperor of Rome. The Lipizzaner breed itself dates back to around 1562 when Archduke Maximilian started to breed Spanish horses in Lipica, a village in the modern day Slovenia. It was the need for military horses of unusual strength, loyalty and courage that inspired him to import Spanish, Italian and Arab-Oriental horses for his breeding programme. Out of this grew the famous white horse – the Lipizzaner – as we know it today.These animals are characterised by a perfect and noble physique, graceful movements, the ability to learn, liveliness, good nature, courage, toughness and stamina. In appearance they resemble in every respect the typical baroque show and parade horses

 

The history of Lipizzaner horse is linked with an umbilical cord to the one of the famouns Spanish Riding School in Vienna. The School dates back 430 years to the revival of the 'Haute Ecole d'Equitation' at the end of the 15th and beginning of the 16th centuries, as the Renaissance was sweeping through the royal courts of Europe. Horses of Spanish origin were chosen over other breeds for characteristics they possessed which made them especially suitable for classical training. Spanish Riding School of Vienna is the only riding academy in the world where the Renaissance tradition of classical horsemanship is preserved and cultivated to this day. The unique harmony of horse and rider achieved here is famous all over the world. The South African Lipizzaners have earned the honour of being the only performing Lipizzaners outside Vienna recognised by and affiliated to the Spanish Riding School and a close association is maintained between the two establishments

 

 

HARTBEESPOORT DAM

HARTBEESPOORT DAM
Surrounded by the majesty of the Magaliesberg mountain range, Hartbeespoortdam is very popular for weekend getaways or day trips . . .
All water sports may be enjoyed including para-sailing, windsurfing, water and jet skiing!!!
For the more adventurous, why not try paragliding, hang-gliding or hot air ballooning?
We have an aquarium, private zoo, a snake park and a cableway.
Now you can explore and discover the scenic beauty, entertaining attractions, fun activities & places of interest of this wonderful land.

 

BUSH BABIES MONKEY SANCTUARY

Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary Pretoria Hartbeespoort Dam, Guided tours Monkey Sanctuary Pretoria Hartebeespoort Dam

Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary

Free-living monkeys in a natural and wild environment. Walk through indigenous forests on elevated wooden walkways, and experience a variety of exotic monkeys in a natural environment. Structured and guided tours are on the hour every hour from 09h00 to 16h00, daily.

This is for the whole family!

Open 7 days a week!

Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary Pretoria Hartbeespoort Dam, Guided tours Monkey Sanctuary Pretoria Hartebeespoort Dam

Contact Details

Tel : +27 12 258 9908/9

Cell: 071 172 6965

Email: Click here for email

 

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NELSON MANDELA MUSEUM

NELSON MANDELA MUSEUM

Nelson Mandela is one of the great moral and political leaders of our time: an international hero whose lifelong dedication to the fight against racial oppression in South Africa won him the Nobel Peace Prize and the presidency of his countrySince his triumphant release in 1990 from more than a quarter-century of imprisonment, Mandela has been at the centre of a most compelling and inspiring political drama - the building of a post-apartheid South Africa.

As president of the African National Congress and head of South Africa's anti-apartheid movement, he was instrumental in moving the nation toward multiracial government and majority rule. He is revered everywhere as a vital force in the fight for human rights and racial equality.The Nelson Mandela National Museum opened its doors on the 11th of February 2000 and is visited by thousands of South African and international tourists every year. It is considered one of South Africa's most significant heritage institutions.
The Museum houses an exhibition on Mandela's book " Long Walk to Freedom," gives an account of his life in context, and preserves a collection of gifts given to Mandela. It is situated in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa, one of the poorest provinces in the country and its inhabitants are rightfully proud of their favourite son.

Neson Mandela Museum Gauteng South Africa

SOUTH AFRICA NATIONAL MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORY

Over 50 years collection of weapons of war, ranging from the Anglo-Boer war to World War 2. It is the official WW2 art museum.

 

CONTACT US :TEL 011 646 5513

 

 

KRUGERSDORP GAME RESERVE

The habitat is mainly grassveld with small dams and reedbeds at the northern-most end. The vast areas of open grassland in the reserve provide the visitor the opportunity to observe many of the grassland species of Gauteng.

 

CROCODILE RAMBLE ROUTE

The Crocodile Ramble includes The Ramble in the Cradle of Humankind & The Ramble around the Hartbeespoort Dam. Here you will find a variety of interesting products and services, ranging from restaurants, arts & crafts to conference centres and nurseries. You can also opt for picnic, nature reserves, bird walks, 4x4 trails, hiking and horse trails or a heritage tour

 

THE COCA COLA DOME

The Coca-Cola dome is situated adjacent to Northgate Shopping Centre on the corner of Olievenhout Avenue & Northumberland Road, in Johannesburg's northern suburb of North Riding. The North Riding area is just North of the N1/ Western Bypass highway. The Dome is 3.5km from Amakoekoe Guest House

 

SANDTON CONVENTION CENTRE
There is over 22,000m² of convention, exhibition and special event space. The Pavilion can seat 4,500 patrons. The Ballroom can seat 2,000 banquet guests and the 13 other meeting rooms can accommodate up to 350 delegates. The two exhibition levels have a combined floor space of 11,000m².

 

NASREC
One of Africa's largest Expo Centres that each year hosts a number of trade shows and sporting events.

For shopping and recreation, we recommend:
Northgate Shopping Centre, Westgate Shopping Centre, Fourways Mall, Sandton City, Cresta Shopping Centre, Monte Casino, Clearwater Mall

 

BOTANICAL GARDENS back to top

Johannesburg Botanical Gardens

near the Emmerentia Dam The garden is situated on 365 acres and has a vast selection of plants and trees, including a rose garden, herbs and bonzai.

 

CONTACT US : TEL 011 888 4928

 

 

National Botanical Gardens

More than 500 indigenous tree and flower species in the region of 1700 flower species. Educational programmes. Picnic & Braai areas and wheelchair friendly.

 

CONTACT US : 012 804 3200

 

Witwatersrand National Botanical Garden

Malcolm Road, Poortview, Roodepoort - tel: 011 958 1750
Over 300 ha in size, cultivated exclusively with South African plants, it has a cycad garden, fern trail, arboretum and a waterwise demonstration garden and breeding black eagles amongst its many attractions. Sundays are "Music Festival" days. Wheelchair friendly. The garden is also known as the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.

 

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NATURAL HISTORY SITES

The Tswaing Crater

On the Gauteng/Northwest border, this meteorite crater is 1,4km in diameter, with adjacent eco-system, also an eco-museum.

 

CONTACT US : TEL 012 790 2302 -

 

 
ANIMAL PARKS & ZOO'S back to top

Croc City Crocodile Farm

 Croc City Crocodile Farm provides the opportunity to observe one of the world's most spectacular predators at close range. You are also given the chance to HOLD a croc hatchling, reptiles, large pythons, spiders. The tea garden offers delicious refreshments and in the curio shop you will find a wide variety of souvenirs, as well as vacuum packed crocodile meat.

 

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Johannesburg Zoological Gardens

Wide variety of animals and beautiful trees, walkways, picnic area and restaurant.

 

CONTACT US : 011 646 2000

 

The Lion Park

Over 80 lions, from cubs to fully grown and other indigenous game including hyena, cheetah, zabra etc. Restaurant & Curio shop on premises. Picnic & braai facilities and children's recreation.

 

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Pretoria National Zoological Gardens

With 3500 animal species, picnic & braai areas and children's recreation, this is the best zoo in the country! Wheelchair friendly

 

CONTACT US : 012 328 3265

 

The Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve

The Reserve is an ongoing project for the construction of a viable & self-sustaning, to benefit the comunity, phasing in facilites for arts and crafts manufacturing, amongst other planned projects. Picnic & braai areas, children's recreation facilities, restaurant and accommodation on premises.

 

CONTACT US : 011 411 5155

 

 

DAMS & SMALL LAKES back to top

Emmarentia Dam

Lovely grounds, small boat & watersport facilities, childrens recreation, picnic & braai area. Incorparates Johannesburg Botanical Gardens. Dogs allowed in some areas.

 

CONTACT US : 011 646 5309

 

Gillooly's Farm

44ha situated on the Jukskei River. Picnic & braai area, children's recreation. Ideal for family outings and short walks. Wheelchair friendly.

 

CONTACT US : 011 453 8066

 

Hartbeespoort Dam

This large dam is situated in the foothills of Magaliesberg and is popular for weekend outings. Art and craft work, snake park and Cheetah Centre.

 

CONTACT US : 012 253 0266

 

 

NATURE & GAME PARK RESERVES back to top

Aloe Ridge Nature Game Reserve

Situated in the Swartkop hills of the Cradle of Humankind

Open landrover viewing. Restaurant on premises and accommodation available. Wheelchair friendly.

 

CONTACT US : 011 957 2070

 

De Wildt Cheetah Centre

Specialists in Cheetah breeding programmes. Guided tours available. Restaurant on premises.

 

CONTACT US : 012 504 1921

 

Dikhololo Nature Reserve

4-wheel-drive game viewing, children's recreation, picnic & braai facilities. Luxuary Accommodation and Restaurant on premises. Wheelchair friendly.

 

CONTACT US : 012 277 1200

 

Krugersdorp Game Reserve

Large selection of game, including 4 of the "Big 5".

Picnic & braai facilities, Restaurant and Childrens recreation. Accommodation and camping on premises.

 

CONTACT US : 011 665 4342

 

Pilanesberg National Park

Close to Sun City. The Park contains the "Big 5" in addition to other game.The facilities include picnic & braai areas, camping sites, various accommodation and children's recreation.

 

CONTACT US : 014 555 5351 -

 

Plant Park

Bryanston Area. A wheelchair friendly landscaped garden centre, with restaurant and children's recreation facilities.

CONTACT US : 011 463 5773

 

Rietfontein Ridge Nature Reserve

Sandton Area. Situated on 25ha. Ideal for short walks.

Sandton Field & Study Centre

tel: 011 783 7407 - Park is situated on the Braamfontein Spruit. Large trees make it ideal for the picnic & braai facilities, and children's recreation.

 

CONTACT US : 011 783 7407

 

PLACES TO SEE IN JOHANNESBURG

 

Gold Reef City

 

Hector Petersen Square

 

Horse Trails

 

Bernberg Museum of Costumes

 

SA Breweries Tours

 

Planitarium

 

Rhino & Lion Reserve

 

The Wonder Caves

 

Voortrekker Monument

 

Ngwenya Glass Village

 

Apartheid Museum

 

Newtown

 

Roodepoort Museum

 

Zoo Lake

 

Botanical Gardens

 

Rosebank African Craft Market

 

Johannesburg Zoo

 

S A Museum of Military History

 

The Adler Museum of Medicine

 

Museum Africa

 

Oriental Plaza

 

S A World of Beer

 

Johannesburg Art Gallery

 

Sterkfontein Caves

 

James Hall Museum of Transport

 

GOLD REEF CITY

 

Just 8 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg lies the world famous yet uniquely South African Gold Reef City.

 

Here, a magnificent theme park and casino offers the widest range of attractions, fun and entertainment for the whole family.

 

A reproduction of a mining town, with exhibits, curio shops, restaurants & take-aways and a theme park, which includes a train ride tour.

With a selection of shops and eating outlets, there's plenty to keep you busy when you want to take a break from the Theme Park entertainment and historical attractions.

 

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HECTOR PETERSEN SQUARE

Near Diepkloof - Memorial site, photographic exhibits of the Soweto student uprisings of 1976.

The Hector Pieterson* Memorial and museum opened in Soweto in 2002, not far from the spot where 12 year-old Hector was shot on the 16 June 1976 during the Soweto uprising that today is a symbol of resistance to the brutality of the apartheid government.

 

 

 

BERNBERG MUSEUM OF COSTUMES

Period costumes from the 18th to early 20th centuries.

It documents the history of women’s clothing from the Edwardian and Victorian eras until present, exhibiting clothing, hair accessories, jewelry and much more.

Corner of Duncombe Road and Jan Smuts Avenue, located in the suburb of Forest Town in Johannesburg

 

Tel: 011 346 0716

 

 

 

SOUTH AFRICAN BREWERIES

Permanent exhibition of the history of beer brewing in South Africa. Gift shop on site.

SAB World of Beer Tours

 

PRICES 2019

Adults: R130
Pensioners and students with a valid student card: R120
Children under the age of 17: R50
Beer tasting: R120
Tour and beer tasting package: R2000
Red bus: R125

 

Hours

The SAB World of Beer is open seven days a week from 10am until 6pm. The last tour is at 5pm, except for Sundays and Mondays, when the last tour is at 4pm. We run tours every hour on the hour and bookings are essential. We are open on public holidays.

 

The South African Breweries
65 Park Lane
Sandown
Sandton

 

Switchboard: +27 11 881 8111

 

 

HORSE TRAILS

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BON ACCORD HORSE TRAILS

We present 2 leisurely 3 hour rides on Sundays – from 08:00 am – 11:00 am and from 15:00pm – to 18:00pm respectively.

 

All these journeys are accompanied by two or more experienced guides. Halfway through the trip the group splits in two:

  • An advance group that enables gutsy, wild at heart riders to practice their so called “unplanned dismounts” at a controlled canter pace.
  • A slow, controlled group, that either trot or walk for the slightly more meek and mild rider

 

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Contact Details

Mariana and Jimmy

Cell: 083 650 7380

E-mail:

Bahorsetrails@ionline.co.za

M35 Onderstepoort Road

Onderstepoort

Pretoria - 0110

GPS Co-ordinates:

S 25° 37.573
E 028° 10.764

 

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Saddle Creek Adventures

Saddle Creek Adventures

Saddle Creek Ranch nestles in the Hekpoort Valley in the foothills of the magnificent

Magaliesburg Meander Route.

 

We offer horseback riding with a difference, riding western style on well trained, obedient and calm trail horses, with various rides in to the bushveld and mountain foothills.

Saddle Creek Ranch offers horseback riding with a difference

Contact Details

Cell: 079 467 9906
E-mail

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web Address:

www.saddlecreek
adventures.co.za

 

Open Monday to Sunday from 8.30am to 4.30pm

 

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JOHANNESBURG PLANETARIUM
Johannesburg Planetarium

Wits University

Open Friday - 20h00 - Saturday - 15h00 - Sunday 16h00.

Tickets 2019:

Tickets for regular public shows are available from half an hour before each show, at the door, or available at WEBTICKETS.CO.ZA - we have space for 400. Doors close promptly at the advertised show time, with no late entry.

Adults R55

Children / Scholars / Students / Seniors R40

Groups (20+) R40 [pay in one lump sum, booking essential]

Contact Details

Information (011) 717 1390

School Bookings

(011) 717 1394

planet@planetarium.co.za

Yale Road (off Empire Road)

University of Witwatersrand

Milner Park Johannesburg

GPS:

26°11'18.7"S

28°01'41.1"E

 

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RHINO AND LION RESERVE
Rhino and Lion Reserve Johannesburg

RHINO AND LION RESERVE

The reserve was founded in 1985, with the aim of preserving the scenic area for private leisure.

 

From a modest beginning of 2 White Rhinos, 'Ouvrous'and 'Bulle', imported from a zoo in Germany, and some antelope species, the reserve now boasts 600 head of game representing 25 different species.

 

Contact Details

Tel: (011) 957 0349

Tel : (011) 957 0106

Cell: 082 800 5305

bookings@rhinolion.co.za

info@rhinolion.co.za

 

 

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WONDER CAVES

The Wondercave

The Wondercave

is situated in the Kromdraai valley and boast one of the 12 Cradle Of Humankind World Heritage sites.

 

The cave was discovered by Italian miners in 1898. They mined out approximately 15% from the formation and brought them to the surface

 

The Wondercave Is A Separate Entity And NOT Part Of The Rhino & Lion Game Reserve.

Contact Details

Tel: (011) 957 0006/

Cell: 083 994 1823

Fax: (011) 957 0019

bookings@rhinolion.co.za

info@rhinolion.co.za

 

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VOORTREKKER MONUMENT

VOORTREKKER MONUMENT

 

VOORTREKKER MONUMENT

On 13 July 1937 the sod turning ceremony took place on Monument Hill. Advocate E.G.Jansen, chairman of the SVK turned the first sod. The cornerstone was laid by Mrs. J.C. Muller (granddaughter of Andries Pretorius), Mrs. K.F. Ackerman (great granddaugther of Hendrik Potgieter), and Mrs. J.C. Preller (great granddaughter of Piet Retief) on 16 December 1938 .

 

Eleven years later the Monument was inaugurated on 16 December 1949. The total cost for the construction of the Monument came to £359,600, of which the state contributed the most. Additional funds were obtained through donations, special stamp sales, commemorative envelopes, mementoes and publications.

 

In 1949 a large amphitheatre was also erected to the North East of the Monument, which seats approximately 20,000 people.Notwithstanding the massive size of the Monument, two other elements make it a site worth visiting: the Historical Frieze and the Cenotaph Hall. Voortrekkers.

 

The unique marble Frieze is an intrinsic part of the design - in bas-relief 27 panels depict the story of the Great Trek from 1835 to 1852. The Frieze does not only show the history of the Great Trek, but also depicts every day life, work methods, religious beliefs and the way of life of the Voortrekkers. The central focus point of the Monument is the Cenotaph. On top of the Hall of Heroes' is an arch from where one can view the interior of the Monument. It is through an opening in the arch that the sun shines at twelve o'clock on 16 December each year onto the middle of the Cenotaph and the words,

Contact Details

Voortrekker Monument Heritage Site

Eeufees Road

Groenkloof

Pretoria Email

marketing@voortrekkermon.org.za

Tel : +27 (0)12 326 6770

Tel :+27 (0)12 325 7885

Tel :+27 (0)12 325 0477

 

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NGWENYA GLASS VILLAGE

Shades of Ngwenya Glass

Shades of Ngwenya

glass blowing factory, only 20 minutes from JHB, is a glass wonderland where you can watch the ancient art of glassblowing at work and buy fabulous handmade recycled glassware.

 

Ngwenya Glass Village is the ideal venue for a day or weekend outing with 12 Shops to browse around.

 

Bring the whole family for a unique eating, relaxing and country shopping experience.

glass blowing factory, only 20 minutes from JHB

Contact Details

buzz@shadesofngwenya.co.za

Tel : (011) 796 3000

 

Shady Lane Off Diepsloot R114 (200m East of Beyers Naude and Diepsloot R114 Corner) MulderSdrift

 

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APARTHEID MUSEUM

The Apartheid Museum

The Apartheid Museum ,

the first of its kind, illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid

We are open every day of the week from 9h00 to 17h00.

There are no guided tours available on a Monday

 

The Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg

Contact Details

info@apartheidmuseum.org

Tel : +27 (0) 11 309 4700

Adults: R100.00

Pensioners, students and children: R85.00

Learners: R45.00

Teachers: R50.00

Northern Parkway and Gold Reef Road, Ormonde

Johannesburg

 

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NEWTOWN

Afronova art Gallery :

Free to browse Newtown Cultural Precinct,

Call +27 (0)83 726-5906

 

Gramadoelas Restaurant

OpenTues to Sat. Closed Sunday : Bree Street, Newtown, Johannesburg

Call +27 (0)11 838-6960

 

The Drum Café Shop

Drumming sessions by arrangement : Cnr President & Henry Nxumalo St

Call +27 (0)11 834-4464

 

Sci-Bono Discovery Centre

New Science Centre -largest in Africa : Cnr Mirriam Makeba & President Str

Call +27 (0)11 639-8400

 

Museum Africa

Tues to Sun 9 to 5(Closed Mondays) : 121 Bree Street,

Call +27 (0)11 833-5624

 

Market Theatre in Joz

Mon to Sat 9 till late. Sun 10 till late : 56 Margaret Mcingana Street

Call +27 (0)11 832-1641

 

ROODEPOORT MUSEUM

Roodepoort Museum

ROODEPOORT MUSEUM

The museum covers local history, the discovery of gold in Witwatersrand and the development of Roodepoort from mining camp to city. Roodepoort’s history can be traced back to the Stone Age.

The Roodepoort Museum is open by appointment only.

The museum is in the Civic Centre building in Christiaan de Wet Road, Florida Park.​

 

 

History of South Africa in the Roodepoort Museum

Contact Details

Civic Centre,

Christiaan de Wet Road, Florida Park

Tel: 011 761 0226

E-mail:

annes@joburg.org.za

Open by appointment only.

 

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ZOO LAKE

Zoo Lake

is the venue for the annual Jazz on the Lake and Carols by Candlelight events. It is also the monthly venue for the Artists under the Sun open air art exhibition. It also boasts the Coronation Fountain, a Johannesburg heritage symbol.

 

Zoo Lake is a popular spot for picnicing, walking your dog or taking a leisurely boat ride. It has its own information centre and has one of the popular African themed restaurants, Moyo.

 

The Zoo Lake Sports Club is another favourite with residents, offering a variety of sports amenities, a restaurant and pub.

 

WALTER SISULU NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENS

The Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden was started in July 1982

Against the backdrop of the magnificent Witpoortjie waterfall, this Garden covers almost 300 hectares and consists of both landscaped and natural veld areas.

 

Adults: R40 Pensioners & Disabled: R27 University students (with valid student cards): R27 Scholars: R15 Children under 6 yrs: Free BOTSOC members: Pensioners: Free on Tuesdays

 

Entrance fees are more on concert days

 

Contact Details

Tel: 086 100 1278

End of Malcolm Rd Poortview, Roodepoort

GPS:

27°50'40.7"E

26°05'13.8"S

Long 27.84463

Lat -26.08716

SisuluGarden@sanbi.org

 

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ROSEBANK AFRICAN CRAFT MARKET

AFRICAN CRAFT MARKET

The vibrant cultures of Africa gather under one roof to reveal their treasures in the heart of Rosebank's vibey cosmopolitan restaurant, shopping and entertainment district. B&B African Craft Market is a consumer haven for locals and travellers alike.

 

Visitors to the African Craft Market are welcomed seven days a week from 9am to 6pm by the pulsating rhythm of African drum beats. Corner of Cradock Avenue and Baker Street, Rosebank

 

Contact Details

info@craft.co.za

Tel: (011) 880 2906

 

 

 

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JOHANNESBURG ZOO

Joburg Zoo

The Johannesburg Zoo

was established in 1904, and historically, it has been owned and operated by the CITY OF JOHANNESBURG.

 

Look after the environment, it is the only one we’ve got.

This message is spread through numerous awareness programmes, edutainment, as well as smell, hear, touch and feel programmes held throughout the year.

The Zoo is the epicentre for the ‘living sciences’.

We encourage teachers and parents to bring their pupils and children to the zoo to bring environmental subjects to life .

Night tours are a must.

Jan Smuts Avenue, Parkview, Main public entrance on Upper Park Drive

 

Contact Details

Tel: (011) 646-2000

info@jhbzoo.org.za

 

 

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S A MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORY

The South African National Museum of Military History

situated in Johannesburg in the Province of Gauteng, is the only museum of its kind in South Africa. It provides a nucleus of Museum and military history expertise in southern Africa.

 

The Museum's collection of more than 44 000 items is divided into 37 separate categories and include the official South African war art and photograph collections. The aviation collection contains some of the rarest aircraft in the world.

Contact Details

Tel: +27 011 646 5513

milmus@icon.co.za

 

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THE ADLER MUSEUM OF MEDICINE

The Adler Museum of Medicine preserves the history of the health sciences in Southern Africa, with special reference to Gauteng. It exists to supplement the educational activities of the University of the Witwatersrand, especially the Faculty of Health Sciences, by means of collections, research, teaching, exhibitions and publications

 

The Adler Museum of Medicine was founded in 1962 and was situated in the grounds of the South African Institute for Medical Research, Johannesburg. It is now housed at the University of the Witwatersrand’s Medical School Campus in Parktown, Johannesburg. Visiting hours are: Monday to Friday, 09:30 to 16:00 Saturdays on request

 

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MUSEUM AFRICA

 

MUSEUM AFRICA

Not only is Museum Africa one of the most beautiful buildings where it lies right next door to the Market Theatre complex in Bree Street, Newtown, but it is also a museum with a difference - people who have visited museums throughout the world remark at the interesting and unique approach to the main displays.

 

Museum Africa’s collection and research focuses on indigenous African cultures, history and archaeology, and linguistics, and the collection of rock art is more than impressive. The collected works of art contain many local artists as well as Pre-Raphaelite and Impressionist paintings

 

 

Contact Details

Tel : (011) 833 5624

121Bree Street

Open: Tues to Sun 09h00-17h00,

closed on Monday

 

CONTACT US Tel : (011) 833 5624

 

 

ORIENTAL PLAZA

The Oriental Plaza

Jewel of the shopping price Mecca of South Africa, the real souvenir of Johannesburg.

With over 360 stores, the Oriental Plaza, is a unique shopping experience that guarantees you the best selection of local and international designer brands. No price is fixed, bartering or haggling for a price is part of the experience. Be dazzled by a unique shopping experience that guarantees you the best selection of local and international Designer brands.

The variety of Restaurants caters for the most conservative connoisseur. You will be pampered to your heart's delight and you will leave satisfied.

Secure parking give you the peace of mind to relax and enjoy a shopping experience you will never forget.

Open: Mon to Thurs 08h30-17h00, Sat 08h30-14h30

 

CONTACT US Tel : (011) 838 6753/2

 

 
S A WORLD OF BEER

SAB World of Beer

is a fun-filled showcase of brewing.

Visit us for a uniquely memorable experience of the magic of beer and brewing and two ice cold frosties afterwards.

 

SAB World of Beer is open for tours Tuesday to Saturday from 10h00 to 18h00 for tours of the beer route.

 

CONTACT US : Tel +27 11 836 4900

 

 

JOHANNESBURG ART GALLERY

The Johannesburg Art Gallery is the biggest gallery in the sub-continent, with a collection larger than that of the South African National Art Gallery in Cape Town. This is the home of some of the most prized works not just in the country but also in the world. Today, the gallery is a national monument housed in a three-storey building boasting 15 exhibition halls and some sculpture gardens on the grounds of Joubert Park.

Klein and King George streets

Joubert Park

Johannesburg

 

STERKFONTEIN CAVES

The Sterkfontein Caves

An hour’s drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria, the Sterkfontein Caves are world famous for their fossil finds and a well-known visitor destination

 

The tours at the Sterkfontein Caves, which start above ground and then take visitors deep into the caves, run every half hour, seven days a week. 

Adults: R165 | Children (4-14): R97 Children under 4: free Pensioners: R85 Students: R100 School groups: R90 per pupil

Please note, no pets are allowed at Maropeng and Sterkfontein Caves.

Open 9h00- 17h00

Tuesdays to Sundays. Closed Mondays

Contact Details

Tel: +27 (0)14 577 9000 Email: website@maropeng.co.za

Just off the R563 Hekpoort Road, Sterkfontein,

GPS

S 25 ° 58’ 01“
E 27 ° 39’ 45“

 

 

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JAMES HALL MUSEUM OF TRANSPORT

The James Hall Museum of Transport

in Johannesburg is the largest and most comprehensive museum of land transport in South Africa

  • The. fabulous collection includes: Animal-drawn vehicles
  • Bicycles and Motorcycles
  • Buses and Coaches
  • Fire Engines and Equipment
  • Motor Cars
  • Steam-driven vehicles Trams and Trolley Buses

ENTRANCE FREE : Donations are welcome.

Contact Details

veronicapienaar50@gmail.com

 

Te l: +27 (0) 11 435-9718

Tel : +27 (0) 11 435-9485/6/7

Pioneers' Park,

Rosettenville Road,

La Rochelle.

GPS

26°14'01.7"S

28°03'13.3"E)

 

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PLACES TO SEE IN PRETORIA

Places to see Pretoria, Pretoria tourist destinations, South African tourist destinations, Pretoria tourist attractions,

HARTEBEESPOORT DAM SNAKE AND ANIMAL PARK

Contact Details

 

Shows on Sundays & Public Holidays At 12:00 & 15:00

 

E-Mail:

zoogang@mweb.co.za

 

The Park features :

  • one of the finest reptile collections in Southern Africa
  • Entertaining seal shows
  • snake handling demonstrations
  • a scenic ferry boat cruise on The Dam
  • zoo also exhibits lions, tigers, panthers, cheetahs, pumas, leopards, jaguars, chimpanzees
  • The Park is home to many animal "TV and Movie Stars" appearing in both local & international films, videos, advertisements and promotions.
  • children education programmes, either at the Park itself, or selected young animals are taken to schools as live exhibits.
  • breeding of threatened & endangered species, such as the blackfooted wild cat, the Cape vulture & the Cape hunting dog. Chico, the ten week old jaguar cub, hungry for his supper
 

HARTEBEESPOORT AQUARIUM

Hartebeespoortdam aquarium

Contact Details

Show times :

11:00 & 15:00 on Saturdays

11:00, 13:00 & 15:00 on Sundays & Public Holidays.

We are open daily from 08:30 to 17:00. Adults Pensioners Children R25.00 R20.00 R12.00

We offer weekday shows for larger groups, by arrangement.

 

The aquarium is complimented by a pet shop, specialising in the supply of indigenous fish (for the control of algae in ponds and dams) and a lovely tea garden.

Enjoy our exciting variety of freshwater & tropical fish, crocodiles (nile, slender-snout & dwarf, all indiginous to Africa), pelicans, seals, penguins and other aquatic animals.

 

On weekends, we entertain you with our live pelican, seal, penguin & crocodile animal shows.

 

 

DAY TOURS

VAN GAALEN CHEESE MAKING TOURS

Van Gaalen Kaasmakerij

Contact Details

E-Mail:

info@vangaalen.co.za

 

Days per Week from 8h00 till 17h00 Tuesdays Closed

Cheese & Farm-Style Lunches Tea, Coffee & Cake Picnic Hampers Weddings & Functions Conferences Accommodation Wine Tasting

Come And Experience The Fascinating Process Of Cheese Making, According To Old Dutch Traditions And Recipes. Tours Are Conducted On Our Cheese Farm For All Age Groups. Book Your Tour Now!!!

 

CULTURAL VILLAGES

CULTURAL VILLAGE

Gaabo Motho Cultural Village

Contact Details

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL

 

E-Mail:

gaabomotho@yebo.co.za

  • Visit our Traditional Healer for the prediction of your future and a shebeen shack called "Mokhukhu"
  • Our conference centre can accommodate 300 people (U-shape) and 500 people (cinema style)
  • Dancers from different cultures daily demonstrate their dancing skills.

We offer traditional accommodation, conference facilities and a comfortable guesthouse

Enjoy the beauty and the rhythm of the culture at Gaabo Motho With our traditional drums, music and dance we unite the world Many different types of tradition coexist at Gaabo Motho

Experience village life as practiced by the Zulu, Ndebele, Tswana and Venda tribes originating from ancestors long ago.

 

Lesedi

 

Lesedi, restaurant in hartbeespoort dam, pretoria plces to eat

Contact Details

Tel: +27 (12) 205-1394

Fax: +27 (12) 205-1433

0800 119000

E-Mail:

enquiries@lesedi.com

Lesedi Cultural Village

A 200-seater restaurant decorated in true African style and divided into three sections:

  • Nile Room seating 40 people
  • East Africa seating 60 people and
  • South Africa seating 100 people

NILE ROOM

Traditional north African cuisine

OLIVE FOREST

This area is normally used for an open-air Barbecue

 

 

CHEETAH AND WILDLIFE CENTRE

De Wildt Cheetah and wildlife centre

CHEETAH AND WILDLIFE CENTRE

Contact Details

Booking is essential

 

E-Mail: cheetah@dewildt.org.za

Cheetah rehabilitation centre in Pretoria

Encounter a unique wildlife experience. See cheetah, wild dog, brown hyena, antelope, suni, nyalas, blue duikers, various species of vultures and indigenous owls, right up close.

 

We conduct open vehicle tours, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide.

 

MYSTIC MONKEYS AND FEATHERS WILDLIFE PARK

Pretoria Mystic Monkeys and Feathers Wildlife Park, Pretoria Zoo and wildlife, Wildlife Park Pretoria

For More Info

Contact Details

Emri Saayman

Tel : +27 71610 9359

 

Christa Saayman

082 566 4929

 

E-Mail:

blouduiker@mweb.co.za
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Pretoria Mystic Monkeys and Feathers Wildlife Park, Pretoria Zoo and wildlife, Wildlife Park Pretoria

Mystic Monkeys & Feathers Wildlife Park hosts one of South Africa’s largest private primate collections featuring 38 species, in addition to a large number of beautiful, exotic birds.as well as Chimpanzee and White-Handed Gibbons, two of the "Big 5" in the "ape" world, including Cheetahs, Lions and Tigers.

 

HORSE TRAILS

HORSE TRAILS AT

Horse trails at Hollybrooke Farms

Contact Details

E-Mail:

info@hollybrooke.co.za

Horse riding in Pretoria, Horse trails in Gauteng

We offer Horse trails including champagne breakfast trails and cheese farm lunch trails Mountain biking Bird watching Hiking, mountain walks and bridle paths along the river Cattle drives on horse back Fishing Small animals & farm animals Archery Corporate team building Guided eco Quad trails

 

ART AND ARTISTS

Elizabeth Schoeman Pottery

Elizabeth Schoeman Pottery

Contact Details

Fax: +27 (0)12 259-0409

Cell: 082 87003-7500

 

E-Mail:

theschoemans@absamail.co.za

Consultations are by appointment only. She can customise any work to your personal requirements. Commissions are welcome.

Her pieces can be viewed at :

The Adlou Gallery

Schoemansville

Hartbeespoort

Elizabeth Schoeman is an internationally exhibited and recognised potter.

She works in porcelain, stoneware and earthenware. She is proficient in slipcasting, wheel work, sculptural and modeled pieces, Raku and handworked techniques. Her hand-painted, underglaze slip designs primarily feature Fauna and Flora subjects.

 

 

Dietmar Wiening

 

Dietmar Wiening

Contact Details

 

Open Weekends Or By Appointment Only

Tel: +27 (12) 205 1193

Fax: +27 (12) 205 1026

Cell: 082 891 9987

 

E-Mail:

info@dietmarwiening.com

Sculptor in Pretoria

Dietmar Wiening is internationally renowned by collectors world-wide for his limited edition bronze sculptures. He is South Africa's leading sculptor of marine and bird life.

 

Dietmar & his wife Lesley have built the most magnificent art gallery / studio overlooking the Crocodile River. The bronze sculptures are cast in Dietmar's own foundry

 

Jo Roos Studio Gallery

Contact Details

Open By Appointment Only

 

E-Mail:

joroos@icon.co.za

Jo Roos Studio Gallery

Internationally acclaimed artist, sculptor & painter Jo Roos and his wife Dingi invite you to their most exclusive studio gallery.

 

View superbly detailed bronzes of African wildlife & of life-sized nudes, impressionist oil paintings and magnificent water colours

 

BOTANICAL GARDENS

Pretoria Botanical Gardens

The Garden is home to more than 198 bird species and a number of reptiles and small mammals such as the common duiker. Special features are the tree wisteria ( Bolusanthus speciosus ) avenue and special collections of medicinal plants, cycads, aloes, tree species, succulents and natural ridge vegetation. The green lawns and spreading shade trees in summer and the massed aloe collections that blaze into flower during winter, are just some of the seasonal features that draw visitors to our Garden.

The Garden is open 365 days a year from 08:00 to 18:00. No entry after 17:00. Ordinary entrance fees are R15 for adults and R5 for scholars and students (if a valid student card is shown). Senior citizens have free entry on Tuesdays. Botanical Society members have free entrance to the Garden if valid membership cards are shown.

 

 

 

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