Johannesburg Attractions

Spread over 100 hectares of gorgeous landscaped gardens and a waterfowl speckled dam, this tranquil natural haven is only six kilometres from Johannesburg central. Walking, kayaking and sailing are possible, or explore the rose garden and succulent collection.

Address:

Olifants Road, Emmerentia

Johannesburg

Roodepoort, Krugersdorp, Randfontein and Doornkop
 
Roodepoort:

The South African town of Roodepoort was developed around a mining camp and the discovery of gold in 1884.  Visit the Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden which is set against the backdrop of the impressive Witpoortjie waterfall and covers 225ha of landscaped gardens, lawns and natural vegetation.

The National Railway Museum has a collection of over 100 steam, diesel and underground electric locomotives, steam cranes, steam rollers, old passenger coaches and other items from the era of steam.
 
Krugersdorp: 

The town of Krugersdorp was named after the South African President Paul Kruger. It played a pivotal role in the events leading up to the War of Endependence. Historical buildings are the City Hall, Magistrate’s Court and offices and the old railway station. Visit the Krugersdorp Game Reserve which covers 1500 ha. With several different habitats including grassland, rock outcrops and forest with a variety of game e.g. buffalo, hippo, white rhino, giraffe, zebra and antelope. The main attraction is the lion enclosure. Day and night game drives are available.
 
Randfontein:  

This name means ‘ridge fountain’. Randfontein in South Africa has the largest gold mine in the world. (Randfontein Estates Gold Mining Co.) which was founded in 1889.

Doornkop: 

This site marks the location where the invading force led by Dr. L. S. Jameson surrendered to the Boer forces on 2.1.1896. This expedition was known as the Jameson Raid.

     

The Chocolate Studio is the first of its kind in South Africa, offering specialised training workshops to entry level chefs, non professionals and chocolate enthusiasts. The Chocolate Studio, which is situated in shop 34 of The Design Quarter, Fourways, Johannesburg, is endorsed by Lindt's Master Swiss Chocolatiers. All creations at the studio are made with the Lindt chocolate ranges.

The workshops offer each participant an opportunity to gain insight and obtain a better understanding of the secretive world of chocolate making & its confections. Lindt chocolate lovers are able to create, ‘play’ and explore the many techniques involving chocolate during the interesting and exciting workshops.

Participants can enrol in any one of the 12 workshops on offer including Chocolate Appreciation, Dessert Tasters, Art of Truffles, Petite Desserts in a Glass, Passions Cookbook Demo, Tempering & Décor, Chocolate Confectionery, Moulding & Fillings, Advanced Chocolate & Confectionery, Hand Crafted Truffles, Showpiece Creation, Cake Creation & Décor.

The studio shop offers retail items including Lindt recipe books, fondue sets, an assortment of pralines, Lindt couverture and specific chocolate apparatus.

Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden

The Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden in South Africa is set against the backdrop of the impressive Witpoortjie waterfall and covers 225ha of landscaped gardens, lawns and natural vegetation.

The natural vegetation of the area is known as the “Rocky Highveld Grassland” and consists of a mosaic of grassland and savanna, with dense bush in kloofs and along streams.

It is home to an abundance of wildlife with over 220 birds species e.g. Verreaux’s Eagles which nest on the cliffs alongside the waterfall. There are also a number of reptiles and small mammals e.g. small antelope and jackals. There are walkways, a geological trail, a bird hide overlooking Sasol Lake, and an interpretive centre.