City Overview & History
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Visa Information
The cost of one entry visa for all nationalities is JD 10 (around $14) for…
Visa Information
When entering Italy, all foreigners must carry documentation to validate the reasons and duration of…
Visa Information
Citizens of selected countries may obtain visas at the Airport for a 30-day period. Other…
Places to Visit
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What to do with Children in Tow
Johannesburg is a great place for kids! The Joburg Zoo is sure to make them…
The Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve
The Rhino and Lion reserve is home to over 600 animals from 25 different species…
The Sterkfontein Caves
The Sterkfontein Caves are the most productive paleontological and archeological site of the world and…
Cradle of Humankind
This 117,000 acre piece of land has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in…
Johannesburg Lion Park
The Johannesburg Lion Park, a 500 acre reserve and breeding research station is home to…
Hotels
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Melville Arch
This quaint homely guest house is situated on the border of Auckland Park and Melville.…
Zoo Lodge
Conveniently located near the Jo’burg Zoo and the Rosebank Mall, the lodge offers clean and…
The Purple Fig Guest House
Located on the slopes above the Melville Village, Purple Fig is an assortment of self…
Ekala Guest Farm and Eco Tours
The guest house is ideal for those who are looking for the luxuries and comfort…
Backpackers’ Ritz
For those on the lookout for a safe, comfortable, budget hotel, look no further than…
StayEasy Eastgate
This hotel is situated in the eastern suburbs of Johannesburg with easy access to Eastgate…
Shopping
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Joluka
Wind-surfing equipment and wetsuits. Address: Corner Galaxy Drive & Neutron Street, Linbro Business Park Telephone:…
Hi Fi Corporation Warehouse
TVs, video equipment and electronics. Address: 49-51 Ayrshire Road, Longmeadow Business Centre, Modderfontein Telephone: +27…
Book Bazaar
Excess stock of imported books. Address: 217 Samantha Street, Strijdom Park Telephone: +27 (0)11 791-0128…
The Lounge Warehouse
Full range of lounge furnishings. Address: Tungsten Street, Strijdom Park, Randburg Telephone: +27 (0)11 792-0260…
Datnow Luggage
Bags and wallets of all sorts as well as a leather repair facility. Address: Building…
Curtain Drops
Upmarket blinds, curtains and related products. Address: Unit 12, Vintech Park, 45 5th Street, Wynberg…
Health & Safety
Health and Safety
Health Tips Travelers are advised to get children up to the age of twelve inoculated…
Exhibition Halls
Maropeng
Maropeng is a new exhibition center that focuses on the evolution of the human race…
The Premises
The Premises is a superb exhibition theater that plays hosts to numerous exhibitions throughout the…
Restaurants
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Ocean Basket
Cuisine: Seafood Phone: +27 (0)11 838-7147 Address: Corner of Crowb & Dolly Rathebe Roads,…
Debonairs Pizza Sandton City
Cuisine: Italian Phone: +27 (0)11 884-6911 Address: Sandton City Shopping Complex Food Court, Johannesburg,…
Dawaat
Cuisine: Indian Phone: +27 (0)11 838-9962 Address: Lilian Road, Fordsburg, Johannesburg, South Africa 2091 Halal…
Al-Mehran
Cuisine: Pakistani Phone: +27 (0)11 838-4622 Address: 52 Crown Road, Fordsburg, South Africa Halal…
Mochacho’s Chicken Village
Cuisine: Mexican Phone: +27 (0)11 833-2923 Address: 45 Mint Road, Fordsburg, Johannesburg, South Africa…
Steers
Cuisine: Various Address: Downtown, Fordsburg, South Africa Halal authenticity: Halal certificate on display Pricing: Moderate
Halal Restaurants
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Cuisine: Seafood Phone: +27 (0)11 838-7147 Address: Corner of Crowb & Dolly Rathebe Roads,…
Debonairs Pizza Sandton City
Cuisine: Italian Phone: +27 (0)11 884-6911 Address: Sandton City Shopping Complex Food Court, Johannesburg,…
Dawaat
Cuisine: Indian Phone: +27 (0)11 838-9962 Address: Lilian Road, Fordsburg, Johannesburg, South Africa 2091 Halal…
Al-Mehran
Cuisine: Pakistani Phone: +27 (0)11 838-4622 Address: 52 Crown Road, Fordsburg, South Africa Halal…
Mochacho’s Chicken Village
Cuisine: Mexican Phone: +27 (0)11 833-2923 Address: 45 Mint Road, Fordsburg, Johannesburg, South Africa…
Steers
Cuisine: Various Address: Downtown, Fordsburg, South Africa Halal authenticity: Halal certificate on display Pricing: Moderate
Festivals
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Arts Alive
Arts Alive is an annual event that extends throughout the month and is composed of…
The Getaway Show
An annual exhibition promoting travel and tourism as well as outdoor products which is a…
Joy of Jazz
An exhibition specially designed for jazz lovers! It is a multi faceted event celebrating South…
Decorex
The Decorex exhibition is an annual exhibition of home decor and design highlighting contemporary and…
Rand Easter Show
The Rand Show is an annual consumer exhibition and entertainment forum that displays everything from…
FNB Dance Umbrella
The Dance Forum was created in 2003 to promote contemporary dance and to provide platforms…
Transportation - Getting Around
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Driving Tips
The road and highway network of the city is very well maintained and there are…
From the Airport
The O R Tambo International Airport is located 22 kilometers to the east of Johannesburg…
Taxi
Metered taxis are very expensive in Johannesburg but are much more convenient and safe for…
Metrorail
The Metrorail is a train service linking many parts of greater Johannesburg (including Soweto) to…
Masjids
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Elandsfontein Mosque
Mosque situated on a pan-handle property behind the businesses on Kraft Road. Take the long…
Organized Tours
Other Tours
1. Historical Flights Telephone: 0800 980 321 Website: http://www.historicflight.co.za/ This tour service runs historic aircrafts such…
Walking Tours
1. Parktown and Westcliff Heritage Trust Telephone: +27 (0)11 482-3349 Website: http://www.parktownheritage.co.za Sites Visited: They offer…
