Points of Interest in Johannesburg
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Hillbrow Tower
Johannesburg, GautengThe Hillbrow Tower (officially the Telkom Joburg Tower) is a 269-metre tall telecommunications tower that remains one of Johannesburg's most iconic landmarks. As of February 2026, the tower remains closed to the general public and is primarily used as microwave and office space for Telkom. Public Access: The tower has been closed to visitors since January 1981 due to security concerns and has not re-opened for regular tourism.View details →Points of InterestHazeldene Hall
Johannesburg, GautengHazeldene Hall is a Victorian-era provincial heritage site located in Parktown, Johannesburg. Built in 1902, it is renowned for its distinctive double-storied cast-iron veranda and its role as one of the few surviving "Randlord" mansions from the city's early mining boom. While the site is used for institutional purposes, it is frequently featured in local architectural tours. The tranquil gardens are sometimes accessible for cultural events or private functions.View details →Points of InterestGandhi Square Precinct
Johannesburg, GautengThe Gandhi Square Precinct, located in the heart of Johannesburg's Central Business District (CBD) in Marshalltown, is a thriving urban renewal success story. As of 2026, it continues to serve as the city's primary central bus terminus for the Metrobus network while functioning as a safe, pedestrian-friendly lifestyle hub surrounded by A-grade corporate offices, retail stores, and cafes. Mahatma Gandhi Statue: A 2.5-metre tall bronze statue of a young Gandhi in his legal robes stands at the centre of the square.View details →Points of InterestTower of Light
Johannesburg, GautengBuilt in 1936, it was a centerpiece of the Empire Exhibition, a massive event held at Milner Park to celebrate Johannesburg's 50th jubilee. It was the first structure in South Africa built using sliding shuttering, a construction method where concrete forms are moved upward continuously. Standing 45 metres (150 feet) tall, it was designed by Geoffrey Pearse, the first Professor of Architecture at Wits.View details →Points of InterestMask Sculpture
Johannesburg, GautengThe Mask sculpture is a public artwork located at 4 The High St, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg. This location is situated within the vibrant Melrose Arch precinct, a major hub for contemporary art and lifestyle in Johannesburg. Artist Context: While specifically located at 4 High St, it is part of a larger artistic environment curated by The Melrose Gallery (located nearby at 10 High St). The gallery frequently features works by renowned sculptor Anton Smit, who is famous for his "Faith Masks" and "Agape" mask series.View details →Points of InterestEmmarentia Dam
Johannesburg, GautengEmmarentia Dam is a popular 7.5-hectare recreational area in Johannesburg's northern suburbs, integrated with the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens. It is one of the city's premier "green lungs," offering a massive 81-hectare space for outdoor activities, from high-energy water sports to peaceful picnics. Safety: The park is fenced and monitored by security guards. Visitors are advised to stick to busy areas, especially during weekdays, and avoid carrying excessive valuables. Water Sports: The dam is a hub for the Dabulamanzi Canoe Club, offering facilities for canoeing, kayaking, and sailing. Walking & Running: Features paved and dirt trails, including a popular 3.5km loop that takes about an hour to complete. Dog Walking: Widely regarded as one of Joburg's best dog-friendly spots, with designated off-leash areas where pets can swim.View details →Points of InterestMushroom Farm Park
Johannesburg, GautengMushroom Farm Park, also known as Hyundai Sky Park, is a tranquil 5-hectare green oasis located in the heart of Sandton's business district. It is built on the site of a former 1950s-60s mushroom farm and cannery. Outdoor Activities: Paved pathways perfect for jogging, walking, and kids riding scooters or bikes. There is also an outdoor gym and a tranquil duck pond. Family-Friendly: Features an interactive children's playground with jungle gyms and swings, which is fenced and gated for safety. Dining: Home to Truffles on the Park, a botanical-inspired restaurant and bar known for sushi and cocktails.View details →Points of InterestNorthcliff Hill
Johannesburg, GautengNorthcliff Hill (historically known as Aasvoëlkop) is the second-highest natural point in Johannesburg, standing at 1,807 metres above sea level. Located in the affluent suburb of Northcliff, it is one of the city's most iconic landmarks, offering panoramic 360-degree views that stretch across the Johannesburg CBD, Sandton, and as far as the Magaliesberg mountains on clear days.View details →Points of InterestMunro Drive Viewpoint
Johannesburg, GautengThe Munro Drive Viewpoint is one of Johannesburg’s most historic and popular panoramic lookout spots. Perched at the top of a short suburban pass through the Linksfield Ridge, it offers sweeping, unobstructed views over the northern suburbs of Johannesburg, stretching across Lower Houghton towards Killarney, Saxonwold, and the distant Magaliesberg mountains on clear days.View details →Points of InterestNorthcliff Ridge Eco Park
Johannesburg, GautengNorthcliff Ridge Eco Park is a breathtaking mountaintop park situated on Northcliff Hill (traditionally known as Aasvoëls Kop). Sitting at over 1,800 metres above sea level, it is the second-highest natural point in Johannesburg. The park is highly popular for its paved walking trails, tranquil atmosphere, and sweeping 360-degree panoramic views of the Johannesburg skyline and the northern suburbs. Operating Hours: The park is open daily from 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM (and stays open until 08:00 PM on Sundays). Entrance Fees: Entry is completely free. Facilities: There are no public toilets or retail shops on-site, so visitors should plan ahead.Best Times to Visit: Early mornings and late afternoons are ideal for experiencing dramatic sunrises and sunsets. Clear winter days offer vistas stretching as far as the Magaliesberg Mountains.View details →Points of InterestThe Johannesburg City Hall Complex
Johannesburg, GautengThe Johannesburg City Hall Complex, situated on Rissik Street in the central business district, is a protected heritage site constructed between 1912 and 1914 by contractors Meischke and Matthew. Officially opened in 1915 by Governor-General Lord Buxton, the building was designed in the Edwardian Baroque style by architectural firm Hawke and McKinlay. The exterior features a prominent central clock tower and a portico with Ionic columns made of Free State sandstone, while the interior houses a historic Norman and Beard pipe organ. Historically, the complex's steps served as a prominent venue for political rallies and trade union protests during the 20th century. After the municipal administration relocated to the Johannesburg Civic Centre in Braamfontein during the 1970s, the property was eventually transferred to the Gauteng Provincial Government. Following extensive restorations, the complex currently functions as the official seat of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature.View details →Points of InterestNational Bank Building
Johannesburg, GautengThe National Bank Building, located at 81 Commissioner Street in the Johannesburg Central Business District, is an 11-story heritage commercial structure completed in 1904. Designed by the architectural firm Leck & Emley, the B-grade commercial property features a historic facade that integrates with the adjacent Corner House building and contains deep underground vaults originally constructed to store physical gold bullion during South Africa's gold rush. Today, the building is managed as a corporate and creative rental facility featuring a mix of open-plan offices, boardrooms, and cellular workspaces equipped with 24-hour security, air conditioning, and on-site parking. It is situated within the inner-city revitalization zone and is directly accessible via local commuter taxi routes and Gautrain feeder buses.View details →Points of Interest100 Main Street
Johannesburg, Gauteng100 Main Street in Marshalltown, this 13-storey corporate building occupies a full city block bounded by Main, Rissik, Marshall, and Loveday Streets. Positioned within the city's historic mining district, the property stands on the site of the former Eskom building and previously served as a major headquarters for Nedbank during the late 20th century. The surrounding pedestrianised zone functions as an open-air heritage museum, showcasing authentic gold-rush relics, vintage mining machinery, and historical corporate headquarters like the Chamber of Mines. It sits within walking distance of several major South African heritage sites, including Chancellor House, the 1950s law offices of Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo and Gandhi Square, where Mahatma Gandhi once practiced law. - Historical landmarkView details →Points of InterestAuckland Park Stairs
Johannesburg, GautengThe Auckland Park Stairs, located at 33 Symons Road in Jan Hofmeyer, Johannesburg, are a historic pedestrian landmark built in 1933. Constructed of stone and concrete, this public stairway connects the suburbs of Auckland Park and Brixton. The site serves as a community corridor for fitness training, offers panoramic views of the Johannesburg skyline, and is managed with support from the Auckland Park Residents Association.View details →Points of InterestThaba Meditation and Art Path
Johannesburg, GautengThe Thaba Meditation and Art Path is an outdoor trail located at the Thaba Eco Hotel in Johannesburg South, situated within the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve area. The route features a stone labyrinth structured around themes of faith, hope, and love, blending natural vegetation with permanent and rotating art installations. It is open daily from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with access restricted to hotel guests and patrons of the on-site Kraal Restaurant.View details →Points of InterestDarrenwood Dam
Johannesburg, GautengDarrenwood Dam is a tranquil wetland body of water located in the residential suburb of Darrenwood in northern Randburg, Johannesburg, situated directly behind the Cresta Shopping Centre. The dam and its surrounding green space serve as an essential local ecosystem supporting various bird species, with nearby walking paths and a view from the adjacent Carvers Restaurant. Because the area is surrounded by private and commercial properties like the Stonemill Office Park, access to the immediate perimeter is security-controlled to maintain the area's safety and environmental integrity.View details →Points of InterestRolfes Pan
Johannesburg, GautengRolfes Pan, also known as Carlos Rolfe's Bird Sanctuary, is a semi-permanent freshwater wetland located in the Boksburg/Jet Park area of Gauteng, South Africa. It serves as an active citizen science site for the Coordinated Waterbird Counts (CWAC), supporting diverse avifauna including Grey-headed Gulls, Sacred Ibis, and African Spoonbills. However, the ecosystem faces ongoing environmental pressure from industrial encroachment, solid waste, and effluent pollution along its perimeter.View details →Points of InterestTurffontein Racecourse
Johannesburg, GautengTurffontein Racecourse, established in 1887 by the Johannesburg Turf Club, is one of South Africa's oldest and most historic Thoroughbred horse racing venues. Located in the southern suburbs of Johannesburg, the facility features two distinct grass circuits: the outer Standside Track, which is known for its steep uphill climb on the final bend, and the inner Inside Track, which utilizes a heavily cambered turn. The racecourse is equipped with a floodlit system that enables night racing and is operated under the 4Racing banner. It serves as the host venue for several of the country’s premier Grade 1 equestrian events, including the Betway Summer Cup, the SA Derby, and the SA Oaks. In July 2016, the site's rich heritage was officially recognized by the Johannesburg Heritage Foundation with the unveiling of a historical Blue Plaque. Beyond its sports schedule, the racecourse functions as a multi-purpose events destination, utilizing its grandstand and hospitality facilities to host corporate conferences, private functions, and community gatherings.View details →Points of InterestRotunda Park
Johannesburg, GautengRotunda Park is an active public park spanning roughly 10 to 11.7 acres between Turffontein and Rosettenville in Johannesburg South, South Africa. Following extensive municipal upgrades, the fenced community hub features standard and specialized recreational amenities, including an astro-turf mini soccer field, netball, basketball, and tennis courts, a modernized outdoor gym, and a children's play area with rubberized safety surfacing. Situated along the Turffontein Corridor near the historic Turffontein Racecourse, the park provides an outdoor space with walking trails, picnic shelters, and mature indigenous trees guarded by dedicated on-site security.View details →Points of InterestLeeukop Prison Dam
Johannesburg, GautengLeeuwkop Prison Dam is a freshwater recreational fishing and camping venue located within the high-security grounds of the Leeuwkop Correctional Services facility in Sunninghill, Johannesburg. Managed by the Department of Correctional Services, the small, circular dam serves as a budget-friendly destination primarily targeted by local bank anglers for carp and barbel (catfish). The venue strictly enforces a catch-and-release policy for carp, while on-site regulations occasionally dictate that barbel are removed from the water. Visitors are required to pass through prison security gates to access the venue, which offers basic amenities including flush toilets, showers, overnight camping sites, and paid electrical points. Because the bank can become crowded on weekends, anglers frequently utilize short-distance casting strategies to minimize tangled lines, and visitors must bring their own food, drinks, and angling equipment as there are no retail shops at the water's edge.View details →Points of InterestNelson Mandela Bridge
Johannesburg, GautengThe Nelson Mandela Bridge in Johannesburg, is a 284-metre-long cable-stayed bridge that officially opened on 20 July 2003 under the city's Blue IQ urban renewal initiative. Designed by the Danish architectural firm Dissing+Weitling, the structure features an asymmetrical design with a 42-metre north pylon and a 27-metre south pylon supporting a lightweight steel deck. It spans 42 operational railway lines to provide a direct transit corridor between the cultural district of Newtown and the commercial hub of Braamfontein. Built to accommodate over 50,000 vehicles daily, the bridge carries two lanes of vehicular traffic alongside dedicated pedestrian and bicycle paths. In recent years, the landmark was retrofitted with a solar-powered LED architectural lighting system through a community-led restoration project by Jozi My Jozi, allowing the structure to be illuminated in multi-coloured sequences at night.View details →See all 21 points of interest in Gauteng — free
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