Travel Guide - Gauteng  

Rietvlei Boeremark is a fresh produce and crafts market located at the Rietvlei Animal Farm where there is something for everyone to enjoy. The variety of vendor stalls offer fresh local produce, culinary delights and home made delicacies.

For more information contact +27 (0)79 199-8641

Explore the Cullinan Diamond Mine and take a tour to explore the mine shaft, hoist room, big hole and enjoy the sparkling beauty of the diamonds in the display room.

Drum away and enjoy the unique African ambiance after eating a meal. Something for the whole family!

For more information contact +27 (0)83 311-0025

Ride in the peaceful countryside with beautiful mountain scenery and lovely bush trails. Beginners, children, families and experienced riders all welcome and all rides are accompanied by trained staff.

For more information contact +27 (0)79 467- 9906

Gold Reef City is a huge and very popular entertainment complex made up of a theme park and casino facilities with a wide range of entertainment for the kids.

Play paintball with your family! There is a huge amount of fun to be had spending the day ducking and diving and using cunning wit to avoid the sting of those paintballs.

For more information contact 0861 128-6344

Spectacular routes offer challenging and technical outrides with well trained, reliable horses which will ensure you enjoy the outdoors, whilst relaxing and getting back to nature.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 533-4545

Situated in the picturesque James and Ethel Grey Park, Acrobranch provides a fun outdoor experience for the family. Move from tree to tree suspended high above the ground, testing your balance, strength and focus.

For more information contact +27 (0)78 438-7463

The Freedom Park is a space where South Africans and visitors to the country can reflect on the past and is an inspiration for the future.

Cape Riding Horse offers great trails rides and allow you to enjoy nature at its best. For both experienced and inexperienced riders.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 828-6323

Enjoy the rosy treats of the Spiced Coffee such as rose milkshakes, rose smoothies, rooibos honey rose tea and rose flavoured coffee, rose mojitos, rose liqueur and rose sodas.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 544-0144 or +27 (0)83 302-2339

Sunday Morning Concerts at the South African State Theatre features prominent works to surpass the expectations of all opera lovers.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 322-7944

Friends of the Rail offers fun vintage steam train outings for the entire family.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 548-4090 or +27 (0)82 293-4616

Take tea at the Lemon Rose Farm whilst the children play in the playground. Then take a relaxing stroll through the gardens.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 794-2731

The Lion Park is home to over 80 lions including the rare white lions and many other carnivores such as cheetah, wild dog, brown hyena, striped hyena, spotted hyena, black-backed jackal, side-striped 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. A fantastic trip for the whole family!

For more information contact +27 (0)11 691-9905

Enjoy a great escape in the 300 hectares of landscaped and natural veld that is a haven for birds and a popular picnic spot for locals. With over 220 bird species, a number of reptile and small mammals such as antelope and jackal you can enjoy a quiet walk along the waterfall backdrop of the magnificent Witpoortjie waterfall.

For more information contact +27 (0)86 100-1278.

Gaze into the beauty of the ancient Magaliesberg Mountains as you take a 2,5 hour tour down the spectacular Ysterhout Kloof.

For more information contact +27 (0) 21 863 1142

Dive from towers 33 storeys high at the world's first power swing between two cooling towers.

For more information contact +27 (0)71 674-4343 or Office +27(0)12 345-5114

Lost for things to do during the school holidays? Why not visit the Jabulani Butterfly Garden? This is a wonderful place for both adults and children and makes for a great outing. A walk through the flight house will bring you up close and personal with both local and exotic butterflies.

For more information contact +27 (0)83 979-6713

Rietvlei Boeremark is a fresh produce and crafts market located at the Rietvlei Animal Farm where there is something for everyone to enjoy. The variety of vendor stalls offer fresh local produce, culinary delights and home made delicacies.

For more information contact +27 (0)79 199-8641

Explore the Cullinan Diamond Mine and take a tour to explore the mine shaft, hoist room, big hole and enjoy the sparkling beauty of the diamonds in the display room.

Drum away and enjoy the unique African ambiance after eating a meal. Something for the whole family!

For more information contact +27 (0)83 311-0025

Ride in the peaceful countryside with beautiful mountain scenery and lovely bush trails. Beginners, children, families and experienced riders all welcome and all rides are accompanied by trained staff.

For more information contact +27 (0)79 467- 9906

Gold Reef City is a huge and very popular entertainment complex made up of a theme park and casino facilities with a wide range of entertainment for the kids.

Play paintball with your family! There is a huge amount of fun to be had spending the day ducking and diving and using cunning wit to avoid the sting of those paintballs.

For more information contact 0861 128-6344

Spectacular routes offer challenging and technical outrides with well trained, reliable horses which will ensure you enjoy the outdoors, whilst relaxing and getting back to nature.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 533-4545

Situated in the picturesque James and Ethel Grey Park, Acrobranch provides a fun outdoor experience for the family. Move from tree to tree suspended high above the ground, testing your balance, strength and focus.

For more information contact +27 (0)78 438-7463

The Freedom Park is a space where South Africans and visitors to the country can reflect on the past and is an inspiration for the future.

Cape Riding Horse offers great trails rides and allow you to enjoy nature at its best. For both experienced and inexperienced riders.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 828-6323

Enjoy the rosy treats of the Spiced Coffee such as rose milkshakes, rose smoothies, rooibos honey rose tea and rose flavoured coffee, rose mojitos, rose liqueur and rose sodas.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 544-0144 or +27 (0)83 302-2339

Sunday Morning Concerts at the South African State Theatre features prominent works to surpass the expectations of all opera lovers.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 322-7944

Friends of the Rail offers fun vintage steam train outings for the entire family.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 548-4090 or +27 (0)82 293-4616

Take tea at the Lemon Rose Farm whilst the children play in the playground. Then take a relaxing stroll through the gardens.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 794-2731

The Lion Park is home to over 80 lions including the rare white lions and many other carnivores such as cheetah, wild dog, brown hyena, striped hyena, spotted hyena, black-backed jackal, side-striped 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. A fantastic trip for the whole family!

For more information contact +27 (0)11 691-9905

Enjoy a great escape in the 300 hectares of landscaped and natural veld that is a haven for birds and a popular picnic spot for locals. With over 220 bird species, a number of reptile and small mammals such as antelope and jackal you can enjoy a quiet walk along the waterfall backdrop of the magnificent Witpoortjie waterfall.

For more information contact +27 (0)86 100-1278.

Gaze into the beauty of the ancient Magaliesberg Mountains as you take a 2,5 hour tour down the spectacular Ysterhout Kloof.

For more information contact +27 (0) 21 863 1142

Dive from towers 33 storeys high at the world's first power swing between two cooling towers.

For more information contact +27 (0)71 674-4343 or Office +27(0)12 345-5114

Lost for things to do during the school holidays? Why not visit the Jabulani Butterfly Garden? This is a wonderful place for both adults and children and makes for a great outing. A walk through the flight house will bring you up close and personal with both local and exotic butterflies.

For more information contact +27 (0)83 979-6713

Escape into a serene, tranquil world of relaxation at the Acapilia Laser Clinic and Day Spa.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 421-7729 Booking essential

Enjoy the smell of freshly baked croissants combined with deep coffee aromas overlooking the Nelson Mandela Bridge.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 339-3932

The perfect place for fisherman to catch their own trout. Kingfishers offers 3 dams well stocked with rainbow trout.

For more information contact +27 (0)72 276-8626

The fantastic winebar, Winesense allows you to taste over 70 wines, whiskies and premium spirits from South Africa and around the world.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 482-1020

With the romance of the vineyard as its theme. The five star Spa facilities include a total of ten treatment rooms of which two have private hydrotherapy baths, three have private gardens and the couples' treatment room boasts with a romantic, private Jacuzzi. A heated pool and countryside patio completes the ultimate venue for relaxation.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 668-1600

Moyo Market Theatre is the perfect place to enjoy a meal admist the ethnic twist of rusted wood, cowry shells and carved wood. Local artists laboured for nine months to create this spectacular building.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 838-1715

Drawing inspiration from movies such as The Tudors, and Titanic, The Classique Spa is the perfect location to rejuvenate and enjoy pampering treatments admist an elegant and timeless ambience.

For more information contact +27 (0)82-600-6500

Delight in the African cullinary riches of Moyo Zoo Lake as you watch the setting sun and overlook the tranquil lake.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 646-0058

The Freedom Park is a space where South Africans and visitors to the country can reflect on the past and is an inspiration for the future.

Enjoy the rosy treats of the Spiced Coffee such as rose milkshakes, rose smoothies, rooibos honey rose tea and rose flavoured coffee, rose mojitos, rose liqueur and rose sodas.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 544-0144 or +27 (0)83 302-2339

Sunday Morning Concerts at the South African State Theatre features prominent works to surpass the expectations of all opera lovers.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 322-7944

Friends of the Rail offers fun vintage steam train outings for the entire family.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 548-4090 or +27 (0)82 293-4616

Relax and rejuvenate at the Vusalela Day Spa to the sound of the Hennops river.

For more information contact +27 (0)861 329-772 or +27 (0)82 940-9592

Take tea at the Lemon Rose Farm whilst the children play in the playground. Then take a relaxing stroll through the gardens.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 794-2731

Enjoy a great escape in the 300 hectares of landscaped and natural veld that is a haven for birds and a popular picnic spot for locals. With over 220 bird species, a number of reptile and small mammals such as antelope and jackal you can enjoy a quiet walk along the waterfall backdrop of the magnificent Witpoortjie waterfall.

For more information contact +27 (0)86 100-1278.

Lost for things to do during the school holidays? Why not visit the Jabulani Butterfly Garden? This is a wonderful place for both adults and children and makes for a great outing. A walk through the flight house will bring you up close and personal with both local and exotic butterflies.

For more information contact +27 (0)83 979-6713

Delight in the cullinary genious of the Bellagio and indulge in a variety of fish and seafood dishes.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 885 3938

Enjoy the sights and delights of the Joburg Theatre, from classical ballet to comedy; from drama and pantomime; from intimate single-handers to full ensemble productions as well as special fare for youngsters.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 877-6800

Enjoy the smell of freshly baked croissants combined with deep coffee aromas overlooking the Nelson Mandela Bridge.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 339-3932

Tandem skydiving is the easiest way to enjoy this experience of a lifetime. Feel the rush of wind and take in the spectacular views as you plummet to the earth below.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 350-5566 or +27 (0)76 055-7273

Paros at Cantare is a restaurant situated in Montecasino where you will be indulge in the flavours of traditionally prepared Mediterranean dishes and live entertainment.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 511-0505

Drum away and enjoy the unique African ambiance after eating a meal. Something for the whole family!

For more information contact +27 (0)83 311-0025

Ride in the peaceful countryside with beautiful mountain scenery and lovely bush trails. Beginners, children, families and experienced riders all welcome and all rides are accompanied by trained staff.

For more information contact +27 (0)79 467- 9906

More than just a cappuccino and muffin combination, try the Patisserie on Rudd Road in Illovo. Antique French chandelier sets the tone for tea in silver teapots and a range of delightful cakes, iced treats, and cupcakes.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 268-0044

We are inviting the food and wine loving public South Africa to join us for Lunch. A wide range of gourmet meals and deserts to choose from like Peri Peri Prawns and Paellas to rare fillets or a simple pasta.You can wonder around the market and buy Oysters & Champagne to be consumed at a sunny table.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 788-5011 or +27 (0)11 788-5012

Exhibitions and guided tours have been designed as an interactive experience, offering visitors the opportunity to participate in the building of Constitution Hill and observe the process by which freedom was won and is now protected.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 381-3100.

Gold Reef City is a huge and very popular entertainment complex made up of a theme park and casino facilities with a wide range of entertainment for the kids.

Play paintball with your family! There is a huge amount of fun to be had spending the day ducking and diving and using cunning wit to avoid the sting of those paintballs.

For more information contact 0861 128-6344

Spectacular routes offer challenging and technical outrides with well trained, reliable horses which will ensure you enjoy the outdoors, whilst relaxing and getting back to nature.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 533-4545

Situated in the picturesque James and Ethel Grey Park, Acrobranch provides a fun outdoor experience for the family. Move from tree to tree suspended high above the ground, testing your balance, strength and focus.

For more information contact +27 (0)78 438-7463

The fantastic winebar, Winesense allows you to taste over 70 wines, whiskies and premium spirits from South Africa and around the world.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 482-1020

Enjoy an evening of dinner and theatre at The Performer and experience new and original shows with up and coming artists, casts and crew members.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 346-0801

Moyo Market Theatre is the perfect place to enjoy a meal admist the ethnic twist of rusted wood, cowry shells and carved wood. Local artists laboured for nine months to create this spectacular building.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 838-1715

Take the tour through The Apartheid Museum learn the story of how Nelson Mandela, the prisoner who became president, is a climax in the saga of a nations resistance, courage and fortitude.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 309 4700

Delight in the African cullinary riches of Moyo Zoo Lake as you watch the setting sun and overlook the tranquil lake.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 646-0058

Cape Riding Horse offers great trails rides and allow you to enjoy nature at its best. For both experienced and inexperienced riders.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 828-6323

Enjoy the rosy treats of the Spiced Coffee such as rose milkshakes, rose smoothies, rooibos honey rose tea and rose flavoured coffee, rose mojitos, rose liqueur and rose sodas.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 544-0144 or +27 (0)83 302-2339

The Lion Park is home to over 80 lions including the rare white lions and many other carnivores such as cheetah, wild dog, brown hyena, striped hyena, spotted hyena, black-backed jackal, side-striped 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. A fantastic trip for the whole family!

For more information contact +27 (0)11 691-9905

Perfect for a quick together or just unwinding,the trendy Bar Verve is the perfect location.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 478-8000

Gaze into the beauty of the ancient Magaliesberg Mountains as you take a 2,5 hour tour down the spectacular Ysterhout Kloof.

For more information contact +27 (0) 21 863 1142

The Liberty Life Theatre on the Square is a 200-seater theatre that produces and shows an array of outstanding productions that cover a huge spectrum of genre. In this last nine years, it has put on well over 100 productions - all with resounding success.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 883-8606

Dive from towers 33 storeys high at the world's first power swing between two cooling towers.

For more information contact +27 (0)71 674-4343 or Office +27(0)12 345-5114

Perfect for local residents and tourists alike, enjoy genuine township food and then stroll through the galler next door which showcases the artwork and handcrafted items of local residents.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 930-3752

De Kraal Antiques has a wide selection of both interesting and unusual items of furniture and farm antiques.

For more information contact +27 (0)16 556-3729

Lost for things to do during the school holidays? Why not visit the Jabulani Butterfly Garden? This is a wonderful place for both adults and children and makes for a great outing. A walk through the flight house will bring you up close and personal with both local and exotic butterflies.

For more information contact +27 (0)83 979-6713

Rietvlei Boeremark is a fresh produce and crafts market located at the Rietvlei Animal Farm where there is something for everyone to enjoy. The variety of vendor stalls offer fresh local produce, culinary delights and home made delicacies.

For more information contact +27 (0)79 199-8641

Delight in the cullinary genious of the Bellagio and indulge in a variety of fish and seafood dishes.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 885 3938

Enjoy the sights and delights of the Joburg Theatre, from classical ballet to comedy; from drama and pantomime; from intimate single-handers to full ensemble productions as well as special fare for youngsters.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 877-6800

Enjoy the smell of freshly baked croissants combined with deep coffee aromas overlooking the Nelson Mandela Bridge.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 339-3932

Explore the Cullinan Diamond Mine and take a tour to explore the mine shaft, hoist room, big hole and enjoy the sparkling beauty of the diamonds in the display room.

Paros at Cantare is a restaurant situated in Montecasino where you will be indulge in the flavours of traditionally prepared Mediterranean dishes and live entertainment.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 511-0505

Drum away and enjoy the unique African ambiance after eating a meal. Something for the whole family!

For more information contact +27 (0)83 311-0025

Ride in the peaceful countryside with beautiful mountain scenery and lovely bush trails. Beginners, children, families and experienced riders all welcome and all rides are accompanied by trained staff.

For more information contact +27 (0)79 467- 9906

More than just a cappuccino and muffin combination, try the Patisserie on Rudd Road in Illovo. Antique French chandelier sets the tone for tea in silver teapots and a range of delightful cakes, iced treats, and cupcakes.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 268-0044

We are inviting the food and wine loving public South Africa to join us for Lunch. A wide range of gourmet meals and deserts to choose from like Peri Peri Prawns and Paellas to rare fillets or a simple pasta.You can wonder around the market and buy Oysters & Champagne to be consumed at a sunny table.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 788-5011 or +27 (0)11 788-5012

Exhibitions and guided tours have been designed as an interactive experience, offering visitors the opportunity to participate in the building of Constitution Hill and observe the process by which freedom was won and is now protected.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 381-3100.

Gold Reef City is a huge and very popular entertainment complex made up of a theme park and casino facilities with a wide range of entertainment for the kids.

Spectacular routes offer challenging and technical outrides with well trained, reliable horses which will ensure you enjoy the outdoors, whilst relaxing and getting back to nature.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 533-4545

Situated in the picturesque James and Ethel Grey Park, Acrobranch provides a fun outdoor experience for the family. Move from tree to tree suspended high above the ground, testing your balance, strength and focus.

For more information contact +27 (0)78 438-7463

The fantastic winebar, Winesense allows you to taste over 70 wines, whiskies and premium spirits from South Africa and around the world.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 482-1020

Enjoy an evening of dinner and theatre at The Performer and experience new and original shows with up and coming artists, casts and crew members.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 346-0801

Moyo Market Theatre is the perfect place to enjoy a meal admist the ethnic twist of rusted wood, cowry shells and carved wood. Local artists laboured for nine months to create this spectacular building.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 838-1715

Take the tour through The Apartheid Museum learn the story of how Nelson Mandela, the prisoner who became president, is a climax in the saga of a nations resistance, courage and fortitude.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 309 4700

Delight in the African cullinary riches of Moyo Zoo Lake as you watch the setting sun and overlook the tranquil lake.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 646-0058

The Freedom Park is a space where South Africans and visitors to the country can reflect on the past and is an inspiration for the future.

Cape Riding Horse offers great trails rides and allow you to enjoy nature at its best. For both experienced and inexperienced riders.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 828-6323

Enjoy the rosy treats of the Spiced Coffee such as rose milkshakes, rose smoothies, rooibos honey rose tea and rose flavoured coffee, rose mojitos, rose liqueur and rose sodas.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 544-0144 or +27 (0)83 302-2339

The Lion Park is home to over 80 lions including the rare white lions and many other carnivores such as cheetah, wild dog, brown hyena, striped hyena, spotted hyena, black-backed jackal, side-striped 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. A fantastic trip for the whole family!

For more information contact +27 (0)11 691-9905

Perfect for a quick together or just unwinding,the trendy Bar Verve is the perfect location.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 478-8000

Enjoy a great escape in the 300 hectares of landscaped and natural veld that is a haven for birds and a popular picnic spot for locals. With over 220 bird species, a number of reptile and small mammals such as antelope and jackal you can enjoy a quiet walk along the waterfall backdrop of the magnificent Witpoortjie waterfall.

For more information contact +27 (0)86 100-1278.

Gaze into the beauty of the ancient Magaliesberg Mountains as you take a 2,5 hour tour down the spectacular Ysterhout Kloof.

For more information contact +27 (0) 21 863 1142

The Liberty Life Theatre on the Square is a 200-seater theatre that produces and shows an array of outstanding productions that cover a huge spectrum of genre. In this last nine years, it has put on well over 100 productions - all with resounding success.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 883-8606

Dive from towers 33 storeys high at the world's first power swing between two cooling towers.

For more information contact +27 (0)71 674-4343 or Office +27(0)12 345-5114

Perfect for local residents and tourists alike, enjoy genuine township food and then stroll through the galler next door which showcases the artwork and handcrafted items of local residents.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 930-3752

De Kraal Antiques has a wide selection of both interesting and unusual items of furniture and farm antiques.

For more information contact +27 (0)16 556-3729

Lost for things to do during the school holidays? Why not visit the Jabulani Butterfly Garden? This is a wonderful place for both adults and children and makes for a great outing. A walk through the flight house will bring you up close and personal with both local and exotic butterflies.

For more information contact +27 (0)83 979-6713

Tandem skydiving is the easiest way to enjoy this experience of a lifetime. Feel the rush of wind and take in the spectacular views as you plummet to the earth below.

For more information contact +27 (0)11 350-5566 or +27 (0)76 055-7273

Journey through nature, human history and geology in the Magaliesberg as you wind up the mountain to the summit. The trail is suitable for all levels of fitness and lasts approximately 5 hours.

For more information contact +27 (0)71 473-6298

Ride in the peaceful countryside with beautiful mountain scenery and lovely bush trails. Beginners, children, families and experienced riders all welcome and all rides are accompanied by trained staff.

For more information contact +27 (0)79 467- 9906

Walk through the pristine grasslands surrounding the Smuts House Museum in Irene. The grasslands are a birdwatcher's dream with no fewer than 300 bird species within the area.

For more information contact +27 (0)12 667-1176

Play paintball with your family! There is a huge amount of fun to be had spending the day ducking and diving and using cunning wit to avoid the sting of those paintballs.

For more information contact 0861 128-6344

Spectacular routes offer challenging and technical outrides with well trained, reliable horses which will ensure you enjoy the outdoors, whilst relaxing and getting back to nature.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 533-4545

The perfect place for fisherman to catch their own trout. Kingfishers offers 3 dams well stocked with rainbow trout.

For more information contact +27 (0)72 276-8626

Situated in the picturesque James and Ethel Grey Park, Acrobranch provides a fun outdoor experience for the family. Move from tree to tree suspended high above the ground, testing your balance, strength and focus.

For more information contact +27 (0)78 438-7463

Cape Riding Horse offers great trails rides and allow you to enjoy nature at its best. For both experienced and inexperienced riders.

For more information contact +27 (0)82 828-6323