See art performances and dine at Nelson Mandela Square. Get an overview of
contemporary history at Johannesburg's Constitution Hill or journey back
to prehistoric times at the Cradle of Humankind paleontological World Heritage
Site. Shoppers love Johannesburg's first-class malls in Sandton. If
you're fascinated by the natural world, take a break from Johannesburg city
centre and visit the nearby game reserves.
Dining and unwinding on Johannesburg city breaks
Head to the north-western arty suburb of Melville, where
Johannesburg's trendsetters flock for its wide choice of restaurants and
cafes. If you fancy Chinese food on your city break, go to Cyrildene,
Johannesburg's Chinatown. Sample the city's finest French cuisine
in Sandton and babotie mince casserole in Newtown, in
Johannesburg's city centre.
Special places to stay in Johannesburg
If you plan to do a lot of sightseeing on your Johannesburg city break, book a hotel
in or around Newtown, home to several of Johannesburg's cultural
attractions. For a more leisurely city break, Johannesburg's northern
neighbourhoods and their concentration of boutique hotels, restaurants and shops are
a good choice. Stay in a Melville B&B to join in
Johannesburg's trendy coffee culture and all-night parties.
Things to do on Johannesburg city breaks
Uncover the Apartheid years on your Johannesburg city break at Hector Pieterson
Museum and Memorial and at Constitution Hill, where atrocities took
place at the former Old Fort. Afterwards, experience the new South Africa at
Johannesburg's Newtown Cultural Precinct, which hosts performing
arts from dance to music. For late-night action, head to the Rivonia district
to go clubbing. During the day, take a break from sightseeing at the shopping malls
in Sandton. Get a last-minute wildlife snap at Johannesburg Zoo or
extend your city break to include a nature reserve trip in the regions surrounding
Johannesburg.
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