Attractions in the
Northern Suburbs
Johannesburg Zoo
Enjoy a relaxing day with the entire
family wandering through the 54
acres of lush gardens. The wide
variety of wildlife will enthrall
and entertain you. Tours are available
to enrich your zoological experience
and the highly acclaimed night tours
allow you to discover the mysterious
world of nocturnal creatures.
Jan Smuts Avenue, Parktown, 011
646 2000
Email:info@jhbzoo.org.za
www.jhbzoo.org.za
South African National
Museum of Military History
The magnificent collection of aircrafts,
armored vehicles, artillery, small
arms, medals and uniforms some of
which are the last of their kind
in the world. The museum includes
an extensive research library and
archives.
22 Erlswoldway, Parktown (011)646
5513
www.militarymuseum.co.za
Johannesburg Youth Theatre
Learn theatre skills through music,
movement and drama.
3 Junction Ave, Parktown, (011)
484 1584
www.joburg.org.za
Parktown Westcliff Heritage
See the Herbert Baker Architecture
in the Parktown-Westcliff area where
the Randlords lived.
Parktown, (011) 482 3349Email:Parktown@intekom.co.za
www.parktownheritage.co.za
Melville Koppies
Declared a nature reserve in 1959
it sprouts vegetation indigenous
to the Witwatersrand. The archaeological
site is of great interest as relics
of the Stone Age have been discovered
and preserved here. The great wealth
of natural and historical knowledge
contained in this treasure chest
makes it a "must see"
for every person.
Judith Road, Emmarentia, (011)4824797/
7887571
www.veld.org.za
www.footprint.co.za
www.wildswalk.co.za
www.joburg.org.za
Emmarentia Dam
Emmarentia Dam is adjacent to the
Johannesburg Botanic Gardens and
is a popular fishing spot where
anglers come for mirror carp and
large mouth bass. Small yachts compete
in regattas during the summer months
while Duzi-talk abounds when canoeists
train for the marathon. The dam
is also a favourite spot for sailboard
enthusiasts and all types of sun-seekers
- in fact the vibe on the dam's
shore can often be likened to that
of a popular beach at the coast.
Food vendors are plentiful over
weekends. Alternatively you can
bring along your own scrumptious
picnic hamper to enjoy under the
lush trees.
Olifants Road, Emmarentia, (011)712
6600
www.joburg.org.za
The Market Place
An array of goods from delicious
food to hi tech appliances can be
found at this permanent flea market.
Cross Street entrance, Brightwater
Commons, Republic Rd, Randburg,
(011) 886 0208
www.infohub.co.za
Johannesburg Botanic Gardens
This park is a mix of meticulously
tended lawns and fountained terraces.
Creative landscaping, traditional
gardening methods, splashes of summer
colour and subdued carpets of leaves
in autumn constitute this botanic
masterpiece. The stairways are lined
with flowering cherry trees while
old wood benches nestle in amongst
the silver birches. Sundays herald
croquet balls being driven over
the green lawns, tea and cucumber
sandwiches. Abundant flower beds
feature as a backdrop in many bridal
photographs while the herb garden
remains an attraction to many. If
you're an ambler, these splendid
gardens must surely be first on
your list of intended visits.
Thomas Bowler Street, Emmarentia,
(011)7820517
www.jhbcityparks.com
African Flea Market
See and buy beautiful craftwork
from all over Africa including pieces
from Zimbabwe, Namibia and the Congo.
Between Cradock and Bath Ave, Rosebank
Mall, Rosebank, (011) 880 2906 www.africanmarket.co.za
Rooftop Market
The Rooftop Market is regarded by
many as South Africa’s best flea
market, and is well patronized by
locals as well as tourists. More
than 500 stalls offer quality clothing,
beautiful ceramics, art and craft
objects, antiques and collectibles.
50 Bath Ave, Rosebank Mall, Rosebank
(011) 442 4488
www.craft.co.za/rooftop
Lion Park
A Magnificent Park only 30km from
Joburg comprises 200 hectares of
grassland and forests. Many species
of game can be sighted here. See
prides of lions in the lion enclosure
their cubs. There is also a petting
zoo for the children.
Cnr Hans Strijdom (R512) & Muldersdrift
Rd, Muldersdrift, (011)6919905,
Email:lionpark@cknet.co.za
www.lionpark.com
Phumangena Zulu Kraal
An authentic Zulu village is built
entirely with material from Zululand
right here in Gauteng. The village
is an excellent venue for private/
corporate functions, small conferences
and product launches. A short, informative
tour of the village and an explanation
of the Zulu traditions are conducted.
Heia Safari Ranch, Muldersdrift,
(011)6590605
www.heisafari.co.za
Kliprivier and Rietfontein
Nature Reserves
Be enchanted by wild antelope and
myriad bird life in the indigenous
bush and koppies of Joburg City.
138 Holkan Road, Kloofendal, (011)
712 6600
www.joburgcityparks.com
Go-Carting and Dirt Riding
Go carting is an enjoyable motor
sport for anyone hooked on speed.
In Johannesburg one can enjoy the
rugged terrain with mud, speed,
screaming tyres, revving engines
and shouting participants. Laps
are approximately a kilometer long
and the track accommodates up to
five carts at a time. Enjoy a mini
grand prix, a corporate relay or
a standard six to eleven-lap race
with friends, Clothing is supplied.
Dirt Riders Adventure Park, Farm
ME, 12B Pelindaba Rd, Lanseria,
(011) 701 3692 or 082 458 3634
Michael Mount Organic Village
Market
All products in this Market are
handmade and produced organically,
making a trip to this market in
Joburg’s north a unique experience.
Enjoy cakes, pastries, cheeses and
crafts.
Cnr Bryanston and Culross Rd, Bryanston,
(011) 706 3671
www.brynstonorganicmarket.co.za
Northgate Ice Arena
Skating for fun and exercise plus
a skating Academy
Northgate Shopping Centre, Witkoppen
Road, Northgate, (011)794 8706
www.triice.co.za
Indoor Wall Climbing
An indoor climbing gym enables individuals
to put on their hiking shoes, strap
themselves to a harness and use
their hands and feet to climb up
an indoor graded wall. It is the
next best thing to climbing a mountain,
and there is always an instructor
on site.
Kya Sands village, Esecar Street,
Kya Sands, Randburg, 072 632 4676/083
737 8091
www.saclimb.co.za
Lory Park Zoo and Owl
Sanctuary
South African biggest owl collection
also home to variety of big cats.
181 Kruger Rd, Midrand, (011)315
7307
Email:curator@lorypark.co.za
www.lorypark.co.za
Lifestyle Family Garden
Centre and Play Land
Ponyrides, train trips, motorised
bikes, monkeys, sheep, rabbits and
birds.
Beyers Naude Drive, Randpark Ridge,
(011) 792 5616
www.lifestyle.co.za
Montecasino Bird Sanctuary
A two-toed sloth from South America
that likes broccoli, articulated
python called Psycho Syd, curled
fast asleep alongside his partner
Rajah. Most animals and birds are
exotic. It has 1700 slot machines
and 70 gaming tables.
William Nicol Drive, Fourways, (011)511
1864
Daytona Adventure Park
18 Bikes for children from 4 years
up
Farm JR 388.R5111 Riversand, 3km
past Fourways Mall, Fourways, (011)
795 1091
www.dirtyboots.co.za
Croc City Crocodile Farm
Croc City Crocodile Farm provides
the opportunity to observe one of
the world's most spectacular predators
at close range. You are also given
the chance to HOLD a hatchling.
On display there are croc hatchlings
to large adults of up to five meters
in length. The tea garden offers
delicious refreshments and in the
curio shop you will find a wide
variety of souvenirs, as well as
vacuum packed crocodile meat.
Plot 59 Nietgedatch 535, Fourways,
083 321 1016 or 083 657 7561
www.croccity.co.za
Crafters Market
This Market specializes in African
Crafts and Curios, which make perfect
gifts for tourists and locals alike.
I Duiker Ave, Randpark Ridge, (011)794
2494 and
Fourways Crossing, Fourways, (011)
705 2125
www.craft.co.za
Drakes Farmyard
Bring your picnic basket and enjoy
a farmyard with cows, pigs, ducks
and horses.
30 Beacon Avenue, Linbro Park, (011)608
2703
www.drakes.co.za
Lipizzaner
School of Performing Lipizzaner
stallions, it was given seal of
approval by the renowned Spanish
Riding School in Viena.
1Dahlia Road, Kyalami, (011)702
2103
Email:tarrogan@mweb.co.za
www.lipizzaners.co.za
Liliesleaf Farm
In the early 1960's, Liliesleaf
Farm, which is situated in rural
Rivonia, provided the perfect "safe
house" from which leaders of
MK could operate. It was, to all
intents and purposes, an operational
farm and the black people seen on
the farm were, to the world around
them, labourers employed to do the
farm work. Nobody was aware of the
important work that was done here
and the place of refuge it provided
for the ANC leaders. Nelson Mandela
was known as David, a cook and general
labourer. But in July 1963, following
months of intensive investigation,
the security police raided the farm
and arrested Walter Sisulu and other
members of the MK High Command.
The capture of key leaders and the
discovery of the plans for operation
"Mayibuye", (plans to
overthrow the South African Government
through violence), led to the well
publicized "Rivonia Trial",
which resulted in Nelson Mandela
and his fellow conspirators being
sentenced to life imprisonment.
8 Winston Avenue, Rivonia, (011)
803 7882
Email:nic@llt.co.za
www.lilieslieftrust.co.za
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