Johannesburg Travel Guide on Tripadvisor

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3 Days in Johannesburg

"Johannesburg is the New York City of Africa. Although it's technically not one of South Africa's three capital cities, Joburg is the place w…"

Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, Braamfontein, Carlton Centre, &

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One Day in Johannesburg

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Best of Jozi

Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, Carlton Centre, &

"Joburg has a lot to offer and you can fit quite a lot in over just a few days. This is a list you can build your itinerary from either for a 1 day or up to 3 day visit."

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Jozi definitely a heart of gold

Apartheid Museum, Oriental Plaza, 14, &

"Johannesburg is an everchanging landscape, we have the best of everything from the huge array of places to eat to wear to watch Lions and Tigers. Our people have a passion for their City, Love it or Hate it, it is the where the Heart beats."

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Guide to Johannesburg Outdoors

Johannesburg Botanical Garden, Melville Koppies, Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, &

"With six million trees, Johannesburg has a huge urban forest, and is surprisingly green - in the rainy summer season at least. There are dozens of wonderful parks where locals and visitors can relax, and many other green destinations that are well wo…"

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Johannesburg Off the Beaten Path

Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens, Mulaudzi Alexandra Tours, Liliesleaf, &

"Due to its reputation for crime and grime, Johannesburg is not known as a big international tourist destination. But this huge, frenetic, diverse city actually has countless fascinating and quirky sights, most of which are unknown to tourists (and ev…"

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The unusual travel guide to Johannesburg

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Pomodoro Ristorante, 6, {2}, &

"Johannesburg is not a great holiday destination. So is New York or Curitiba or Madras. But it has some real gems if you care do do some deep digging. After all, that is how the place got started."

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Best Food in Johannesburg

Sakhumzi Restaurant, The Blackanese Sushi & Wine Bar, 8, &

"Johannesburg is Africa's greatest melting pot, with immigrants hailing from Europe, Asia, and all over Africa. This cultural diversity translates into food diversity: Joburg offers an amazing array of dining options featuring cuisine from around the …"

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Museum Guide for Johannesburg

Apartheid Museum, Origins Centre Museum, Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, &

"Johannesburg has several world-class museums, the most famous ones dealing with apartheid, and many others highlighting other aspects of local history, African art, human evolution, and even beer."

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Jo'burg - My City of Gold

City Sightseeing Joburg, Apartheid Museum, Istanbul Kebab and Shawarma, &

"Jo'burg a multi-faceted city with much to offer. NBe sure to buy a day pass for the Jo'burg City Tour and enjoy what the City of Gold has to offeer. Lots to see and do with many wonderful resturants to enjoy the City."

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4 unforgettable days: Big 5,luxury,shopping, food

by Rainbowsend1

Casalinga Ristorante Italiano, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa, Hartbeespoort Dam, &

"Johannesburg and beyond has so much to offer the discerning traveller. Beauty under African skies. Make the most of just 4 days in the lap of luxury. See as much wildlife and natural beauty within minutes of the city. Stay in top Hotels, dine in awar…"

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Joburg: Wildlife, good food and outdoor fun

by Rainbowsend1

Wimpy, Il Giardino Degli Ulivi, The Mall of Rosebank, &

"See the best wildlife and nature spots in and around Joburg. Find the best restaurants and shop like an expert. The best of Joburg in a nutshell."

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