The family is over for the holidays and you’re in the house thinking what you could do to make sure everyone enjoys their stay. Restaurants tend to get flooded at malls during this time so that’s not an option.
If you’re wondering what other fun family activities there could be, specifically in Joburg, then you’re at the right place.
Gold Reef City- Gold Reef City is a loved entertainment destination in the south of Johannesburg, reminiscent of an authentic turn-of-the-century mining town which is conveniently situated close to the centre of Johannesburg or just 20 minutes from OR Tambo Airport. Here, you get rides and attractions that will have the whole family refusing to leave. There are also restaurant within the vicinity to keep your stomachs full after all the rides. From the infamous Tower of Terror and the fun Golden loop, to the 3D movie theatre, your family will enjoy themselves. Prices are R250 per person for all rides.
A Johannesburg and Soweto tour- Instead of spreading your sightseeing over several days, this tour helps you save time by ticking off multiple Johannesburg and Soweto landmarks in a day—including Constitution Hill, the Maboneng Precinct, Mandela House, and Orlando Towers. No need to worry about sharing the trip with other travellers, as you’ll have a private driver for just your group. The cost is R1 200 per adult and the tour is for 5 hours.
Johannesburg Zoo- The Joburg Zoo is one of the most popular local and tourist attractions situated in the leafy northern suburb of Johannesburg. The Joburg Zoo houses over 320 species of animals, totalling about 2 000 animals. The Joburg Zoo is open to the public 364 days a year, including Christmas, New Years and Easter holidays. With international accreditation, the Zoo maintains a high standard of animal welfare, nutrition and ethical conduct to ensure the physical and psychological well-being of all its animals. Prices: R70 for kids and R120 for adults.
The Johannesburg Botanical Gardens- The 81-hectare Botanical Garden form one of Johannesburg’s vital green lungs. The land for the gardens was set aside in 1969 – at the time it was a sports field and golf driving range consisting of bare veld and no trees. Now it consists of large, grassy, open spaces scattered with trees and used by runners, picnickers and dog walkers. It hosts the occasional concert season and kite-flying competitions. Visitors enjoy its special gardens – the Shakespeare Garden, the Rose Garden, the Herb Garden, a Hedge Demonstration Garden and the main arboretum, which houses family groupings of plants and trees of South Africa and the rest of the world. Prices: R25 kids, R80 adults and R45 for students. Pensioners get free entrance. The venue doesn’t take any cash payments. Have your card ready.
Rosebank Sunday Market- Rosebank Sunday Market is a true expression of South Africa’s vibrancy and dynamism. The Rosebank Sunday Market celebrates its’ diversity through its’ variety; offering something for everyone with a large selection of craft stalls, live music, kids entertainment and gourmet food traders. The renovated Rosebank Mall is a perfect host for world-class market, offering stunning views of the Johannesburg skyline and sunsets to compliment the pulsating African heartbeat of the traditional market experience.
Now that you’re all set for some fun family activities, go ahead and enjoy!
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