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Cradle of Humankind

This 117,000 acre piece of land has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 and is home to several limestone caverns and was once home to the Mrs. Ples, the first southern 'Ape-Man' or Australopithecus skull to be discovered, along with a 3.3 million year old hominion skeleton. The site consists of Sterkfontein Caves, Swartkrans and Kromdraai. The environs also contains the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve.

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Cradle of Humankind

This 117,000 acre piece of land has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 and is home to several limestone caverns and was once home to the Mrs. Ples, the first southern 'Ape-Man' or Australopithecus skull to be discovered, along with a 3.3 million year old hominion skeleton. The site consists of Sterkfontein Caves, Swartkrans and  Kromdraai. The environs also contains the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve.

Address:35km (22 miles) northwest of central Johannesburg Website: http://www.cradleofhumankind.co.za/ or http://www.valleyofancestors.com/

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What to do with Children in Tow

zoo

Johannesburg is a great place for kids! The Joburg Zoo is sure to make them gape in wonder at the hordes of animals there, or perhaps the Zoo Lake would be more to their liking. The Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens are a great place to have fun while learning about the various forms of plant life found there. The Montecasino Bird Gardens are also great to tell kids about the hundreds of species of birds in the city.

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MuseuMAfrica

Museum

The MuseuMAfrica is one of the largest history museums of the city and is housed in a building that was constructed as the city's first fresh produce market in 1913. It highlights the transformation of Johannesburg over time and how it came to be what it is today.

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Market Theatre

Theatre

The first integrated theatre of the city, it played a crucial role in the efforts against apartheid and is home to an art gallery, three theaters and a very famous restaurant, the second Moyo.

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Soweto

Town

Soweto is an acronym for the South West Township and is one of the oldest suburbs of Johannesburg. It is home to many black Africans and is one of the most happening places in the city. With a number of sites to visit, it is recommended to take a guided tour of the area with any of the major tour guides of the city.

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Oriental Plaza

Plaza

The Oriental Plaza is a great shopping complex in Newtown that is sure to make you wish you had forgotten your wallet at home! With over 350 shops, it is one of the best places to shop in the city.

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Melville Village

Village

It is one of the upper-income northern suburbs of the city with a wide range of second hand bookshops, antique dealers, body piercing salons and pavement cafes. It also has several Bed and Breakfasts and guesthouses which are very popular with tourists.

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Johannesburg Botanic Gardens

Garden

A 365 acre piece of land near the Emmarentia Dam with possibly the world's largest terraced rose garden and a yachting and canoeing club. It is recommended to stick to the main areas and avoid wandering into remote areas. Barbecues are allowed at selected locations and the restaurant in the garden serves some excellent tea and snacks.

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SAB World of Beer

Factory

A tour of the history of beer! The South African Breweries shows how beer is made and how it developed into its present day form. it is a fun-filled showcase of brewing.

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Johannesburg Art Gallery

Gallery

The Johannesburg Art Gallery is the home for impressive collections of 17th century Dutch, 18th and 19th century British and European, 19th and 20th century South African art, as well as a print cabinet of works from the 15th century to the present time.

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La Belle Terrasse and Loggia

With an extensive menu and silver service combined with a breathtaking view, this is a great place to pamper your palate and senses!

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Le Canard

A superb French restaurant that has been dubbed as one of the Top Ten Deluxe Restaurants of the world! Offers a great ambience as it has been set up in an old Georgian estate and regularly sees visits by some of the most powerful business men, politicians and celebrities of the country!

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Linger Longer

Linger Longer is a beautiful restaurant encased in a beautiful pre-war estate and is famous for its signature dishes and scintillating atmosphere.

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Vilamoura

The best place for gourmet Portuguese cuisine and sea food, it offers a superb menu and dance evenings and the dining experience is sure to become one of the most memorable ones of your life!

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Bistro 277 on Main

One of the best restaurants in town, it boasts a casual, fresh and modern look and is great for splurging on some great food and having a great experience!

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Moyo Melrose Arch

Cuisine: Mixed African Address: 5 Melrose Square, Melrose Arch, Melrose (off Atholl Oaklands Drive or Corlett Drive) Telephone: +27 (0)86 100 6696 Website: http://www.moyo.co.za/ Price: From R200 to R300

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Dino's

Cuisine: African & French (formal lunch & dinners). Best dishes include wild duck in honey and thyme sauce and ostrich fillet in plum n port sauce.

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Browns of Rivonia

Cuisine: Mixed & Italian (formal business lunches and dinners)

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InterContinental Sandton Towers

This hotel is ideally located in the city's most exclusive business and residential district with direct access to Sandton City shopping complex, as well as to the Sandton Convention Centre ( the largest in the country ). On entering the foyer of the hotel, one is struck by the relaxed atmosphere created by a waterfall cascading down a green wall. There are non-smoking floors and bedrooms as well as specially equipped rooms for the disabled. Throughout the hotel, understated lighting and elegant decorative touches lend a sleek sophistication. Every guest who passes through the doors of this hotel is treated like a VIP. Here comfort isn't complicated and the professional and friendly staff ensures that superior service and luxury is yours to enjoy. All 334 rooms are equipped with all the amenities to make a guest's stay luxurious and relaxing. Some of the services provided include airport handling service, safety deposit box, baby sitting facility on request, theatre, restaurant and tour reservations. All rooms feature air conditioning,satellite television, dual line telephones, voice mail and coffee and tea making facility. For the fitness freak, the hotel amenities include the outdoor swimming pool, sauna and exercise rooms. The business facilities include 10 function rooms accommodating up to 850 people. Guests can savor Portuguese and seafood dishes at Vilamoura, a popular nightspot.The Gazebo coffee shop provides light meals, snacks and delicious pastries all day.The Atrium restaurant is famous for its superb Italian specialties. Ferns features 'a taste of Africa'.

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InterContinental Airport Sun

Expensive Hotels

This world class hotel is South Africa's only luxury airport resort and offers features varying from an African themed restaurant to a full gymnasium. Ideally located just across South Africa's busiest airport, it is extremely convenient for those who have long waits between connecting flights and who wish to be in the vicinity of the airport. A boon for business travelers, it offers a full range of business and conference services and facilities for up to 550 delegates. Standard rooms to executive suites offer every amenity and round the clock room service.Some rooms offer access to the internet via an infrared keyboard system.

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The Palazzo Montecasino

The Palazzo Montecasino is located in the heart of Montecasino, a world-class gaming, leisure, entertainment and retail complex. It is situated in Fourways, north of Johannesburg, close to all major highways and main business hubs and close to Sandton Convention Centre.

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The Westcliff

Want to watch elephants strolling in the zoo or hear the roar of lions by night? All this is possible with a stay in The Westcliff! Situated in the tranquil surrounds of historic Westcliff, The Westcliff Hotel's cliffside setting makes for a unique resort-style layout with spectacular views over Johannesburg's leafy northern suburbs. Stated to be Johannesburg's most luxurious hotel, one can get a spectacular view of the city's sunset and moonrise. Soak in the breathtaking view of the far-off Magaliesberg Mountains or gaze at the stars under the intense African night sky-- this sought after rendezvous has something for every guest. The 115 guest rooms and suites are provided with all contemporary amenities to make your stay memorable in every way. Most rooms feature charming terraces, balconies or private courtyards.

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The Grace

The Grace is the ideal choice for guests seeking a sophisticated and more intimate alternative to the large city hotel. Its location in the Rosebank area is one of its greatest assets. It is a small 73-room hotel, a little old fashioned, with an unpretentious charm.

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Ekala Guest Farm and Eco Tours

The guest house is ideal for those who are looking for the luxuries and comfort of a home while on vacation. Spread over 25 acres of lush landscaped area, the guest house is located in Alewspoort, Johannesburg. Ekala offers its guests, a relaxed tranquil ambience and secure and safe accommodation. Some of the facilities available here include pure organic food, cell phone for hire, 24/7 free tea and coffee and airport transfers.

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Ten Bompas

Ten Bompas,, a luxurious, contemporary boutique hotel, was originally a private home. It was converted into an exclusive city hotel with 10 suites. Sides, its award winning restaurant with its own magnificent double volume glass fronted wine cellar, overlooks the swimming pool. The original villa now has three extensions that are connected by a footbridge. Each suite has been individually designed by a mix of local designers, architects, artists and fashionistas, to give a unique interpretation of an African theme. The public places also reflect this concept as can be seen in the display of African sculptures, art and architecture. Gentle curves and geometric forms create an aura of tranquility in an otherwise fast-paced Johannesburg.Each suite in this hotel is unique and individually crafted and is spacious with its own balcony and big showers that turn into steam rooms at the push of a button. The owners of Ten Bompas have lodges in Kruger National Park, The Outpost,and Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps that are worth investigating.

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The Peech Hotel

Moderate Hotels

This fantastic hotel is one of Johannesburg's hip boutique hotel. Situated centrally in Melrose between Rosebank and Sandton, it was opened in 2005 by James Peech from Yorkshire. This hotel consists of 10 luxurious contemporary and Afrocentric styled rooms. Emphasis is on in-room comfort with king-size beds, soft white linen and ultra-comfortable mattresses.The large bathrooms with 'raindance' showers are a special feature of this hotel. Guests can soak in the intimate and enjoyable atmosphere of the bistro-inspired restaurant and the lushly landscaped gardens. Access to Planet fitness gym, rotating art and photography exhibits, swimming pool and a library, all make the Peech Hotel a popular stay for tourists, For business and conferencing needs, the hotel also offers a 10-person boardroom, as well as informal meeting places such as the spaces in the lobby, on the patio or in the library.

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The Parkwood

The Parkwood has taken the B&B concept to another level.This is a boutique hotel that caters to each individual guest in a unique and deliberate way. Located in Parkwood, an affluent residential area of Johannesburg, this clean, modern, yet warm and inviting hotel offers intimacy not found in chain hotels.

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Mount Grace

Incredibly beautiful setting in 10 acres of stunning grounds, magnificent gardens and waterfalls; get the best of South African rural life in this beautiful stone farmhouse with thatched bedrooms. The Mount Grace Country House set in Magaliesburg Mountain is a one hour drive from Jo' burg and Pretoria. All of the hotels bedrooms and the lavish mountain village suites are set amongst enchanting gardens. All 80 rooms have a private balcony or verandah.The rooms and suites are arranged into secluded villages each with its own distinctive surrounding and charm. Thatchstone Village is surrounded by English country gardens and is conveniently close to all hotel facilities.