What to do and see in Greater Johannesburg, Gauteng: The Best Free Things to do

September 12, 2021 Ying Subia

Discover the best top things to do in Greater Johannesburg, South Africa including Art Eye Gallery, Hector Pieterson Memorial, Montecasino, Sandton City Shopping Centre, Nelson Mandela Square, Neighbourgoods Market, Northcliff Ridge Ecopark, Nizamiye Mosque, Maboneng Precinct, Arts on Main.
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Fourways Value Mart Centre Forest Drive, Lone Hill, Sandton 2062 South Africa +27 71 386 2198 [email protected] http://www.arteye.co.za
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Art Eye Gallery

Art Eye Gallery and Studio situated in Fourways, Lonehill and is a collaborative space that perpetuates free expression and community. Art Eye has directed its focus on being a platform for great expression and story telling. Our artists are not only dedicated to their individual practices but express narratives that are directly focused on what it means to live in Africa today.

Reviewed By KevinGF - Miami, United States

How refreshing to see a collection of really amazing established and emerging artists all on display in one dynamic space! The rejuvenation of the area is palatable in the outstanding space!

2. Hector Pieterson Memorial

Hector Pieterson Square, Soweto, Johannesburg South Africa +27 11 536 0611
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4.5 based on 335 reviews

Hector Pieterson Memorial

The 1976 photograph of slain thirteen-year old Hector Pieterson, carried by a friend while his grieving sister runs alongside, is a chilling reminder that South African was changed thereafter.

Reviewed By 951lucindat

The memorial and what it represents tugs at the heart. You need a local to truly explain the significance of this memorial and Soweto uprising. Hector's sister also works at the memorial. If you visit Robben Island you will also meet one of the guides that was also arrested as part of the uprising and served time as a prisoner at Robben Island.

3. Montecasino

Montecasino Boulevard Cnr William Nicol / Witkoppen Roads, Sandton 2021 South Africa +27 11 510 7000 [email protected] http://www.tsogosun.com/montecasino/
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4.5 based on 1,713 reviews

Montecasino

Award-winning Montecasino - Gauteng’s number one entertainment destination - is ideally located in the heart of Fourways Johannesburg and is a spectacular 24-7 ‘World at Play’ development meticulously designed to replicate an authentic Tuscan Village. A casino, retail entertainment, corporate hospitality and events, three hotels on property and a luxury office park, it is perfectly packaged to offer the very best in stylish entertainment to deliver a unique and memorable experience. Visitors to Montecasino are immediately captivated by the Italian communal theming and vibrant social and entertainment buzz – an atmosphere that keeps them returning again and again. Catering for both the leisure and business markets through the broad range of facilities, entertainment activities, abundant parking and convenient location just off the main commuter routes; it is clear to see why Montecasino attracts over 9.3 million visitors annually. For more information go to our website or "like" us on Facebook.You would be hard pressed to find another location world-wide that churns the number of entertainment options as those found at Montecasino. From theatre productions to concerts, music and sporting festivals, gaming and casino promotions, world-class events, artists appearances and musicians – Montecasino has got it!

Reviewed By sharonbI2963PP - Pretoria, South Africa

6 Things I really like about Monte Casino- Our family really enjoyed the day. It is kitsch and cool and worth a visit- super fun! 1 It transports you, it is fantasy, it's an escape from politics, crime, the economy- the everyday worries that South Africans face. 2 Musical Theatre at Monte Casino- We enjoyed lunch and went on to see Chicago. Polished perfection. A wonderful showcase for our abundant local talent and the excitement of seeing a musical theatre star from abroad added to the experience. 3 There is something for everyone. You do not have to be a gambler to be entertained. 4 Immaculate- it is really sparkling clean. The public restrooms are pristine despite how many people go in and out of them. 5 Food- Casa Bella -questo ristorante è divino ( one must praise them in Italian even if you have to copy and paste, because you aren't)- really Bellissimo-order the pizza. 6 Cherry on top- you buy your parking ticket upon entry and it is only R10.00. That was a pleasant shock- I expected that it would be way more. Recommended for locals and visitors from abroad.

4. Sandton City Shopping Centre

Rivonia Road, Sandton Drive, Alice Lane, Fifth Street, West Street, Sandton 2196 South Africa +27 11 217 6000 [email protected] http://www.sandtoncity.com/index.html
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4.5 based on 612 reviews

Sandton City Shopping Centre

Reviewed By Wanderlushhhh - St. Andrews, United Kingdom

This is a great mall and its huge. The selection of shops is excellent, from designer to regular stores. A walkway to Mandella square when you are done to hang out.

5. Nelson Mandela Square

Fl 1st Medical Mews Cnr Rivonia Road and 5th Street, Sandton 2196 South Africa +27 82 553 8479 [email protected] http://www.nelsonmandelasquare.co.za
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4.5 based on 2,831 reviews

Nelson Mandela Square

Reviewed By 968nicholash - London, United Kingdom

Great meeting place, dominated by the giant statue of the great man and surrounded by big, glitzy restaurants, mainly grill houses serving gigantic portions of meat and fish.

6. Neighbourgoods Market

73 Juta Street, Johannesburg 2001 South Africa +27 81 416 2605 http://www.neighbourgoodsmarket.co.za/johannesburg
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4.5 based on 328 reviews

Neighbourgoods Market

Reviewed By E9861KFchristophec

Really nice indeed. Any type of food you may want, plus quality artwork. Artisanal beer and organic wine, chill out music. Clearly a symbol of gentrificarion, but also one of the rare place where mixity is obvious and natural A pity it opens only once a week.

7. Northcliff Ridge Ecopark

Lucky Avenue Northcliff, Randburg 2195 South Africa +27 83 346 596 [email protected] http://www.northcliffecopark.org/
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

Northcliff Ridge Ecopark

Reviewed By Simplythebestus

Beautiful maintained and well looked after, pathways make it a lovely walking experience with a beautiful view of Gauteng a City so big but small small from up high

8. Nizamiye Mosque

1 Le Roux Avenue, Midrand South Africa +27 61 179 0660 http://nizamiyeschool.co.za/?page_id=43
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4.5 based on 100 reviews

Nizamiye Mosque

Reviewed By njcavalier - Chatham, United States

With its four 180-foot minarets and a main dome rising more than 100 feet, the Nizamiye Mosque stands as a beautiful example of Turkish architecture adapted for its place in South Africa. Said to be rhe largest mosque anywhere in the Southern Hemisphere, it is well worth seeing on a visit to Midrand.

9. Maboneng Precinct

286 Fox Street, Maboneng Precinct City & Suburban, Johannesburg 2094 South Africa +27 72 880 9583 [email protected] http://www.mabonengprecinct.com/
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4.5 based on 576 reviews

Maboneng Precinct

The Maboneng Precinct is a connected Urban neighbourhood in downtown Johannesburg. Maboneng is fast becoming Jo'burg's most unique and innovative area, offering live / work and entertainment opportunities within a fully integrated urban environment. Completed developments include Arts on Main and Main Street Life, Revolution House and more. Maboneng is also home to flagship fashion stores and diverse eateries and entertainment spaces.

Reviewed By Miller1036

I read so many mixed comments on this area, but from my experience I would advise this to be on any visitor's "must do" list. It is one of the livelier areas where you can see a lot in a very confined, pedestrian friendly area. We went there twice, and my only regret is that in both instances many of the galleries I wanted to visit in the Arts on Main section were not open. I would have liked to have seen more art galleries, but we had more than enough to do with the shops, street vendors and the many great food and drink venues. If you eat here, definitely sit where you can watch the continuous spectacle of the street life including the ongoing hustle of street photographers and the self-appointed street parking attendants. This is also a great area to buy gifts for people back home. I highly recommend the street vendors for original t-shirts, jewelry and art, and the "I was Shot in JoBurg" shop for creative works made by young people with mostly found materials or locally inspired imagery.

10. Arts on Main

Fox St, Johannesburg Cnr Berea Rd, Johannesburg 2094 South Africa +27 11 334 1054 http://artsonmain.info/
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4.5 based on 310 reviews

Arts on Main

Reviewed By janephere - Benjamin, United States

Enjoyed a great Sunday afternoon eating, drinking and buying all kinds of local crafts. This is a must visit if you are looking for a fun Sunday morning or afternoon. The Market on Main closes at 4:30 but there are plenty of other places in the neighborhood that stay open later.

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