Attractions in Germiston
Distances are from the town centre.
Workers' Museum - Newtown, Johannesburg
The Workers' Museum in Newtown, Johannesburg, is a poignant testament to South Africa's labour history, particularly under apartheid. Situated in the old municipal workers’ compound, the museum highlights the harsh realities of life for black migrant labourers who worked for the city. Built in th...
Market Theatre - Newtown, Johannesburg
The Market Theatre, located in the vibrant cultural hub of Newtown, Johannesburg, is one of South Africa’s most iconic and historically significant performing arts venues. Established in 1976, the theatre emerged as a crucial platform for anti-apartheid expression, offering a space for artists to...
Newtown Diwali Festival - Newtown, Johannesburg
The Newtown Diwali Festival is an annual cultural celebration that takes place at Mary Fitzgerald Square in the vibrant Newtown Precinct of Johannesburg. This festival, dedicated to the celebration of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, brings together diverse communities to celebrate Indian cu...
Rietvlei Zoo Farm - Alberton, East Rand
Set among wetlands, mature trees and open grassland on the southern edge of the city, Rietvlei Zoo Farm offers an appealing taste of the countryside without requiring a long journey from Alberton or Johannesburg. Despite its urban surroundings, the farm has a distinctly rural atmosphere, with pic...
Wits Art Museum - Braamfontein, Johannesburg
The Wits Art Museum, located on the Braamfontein campus of the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, is a prominent cultural institution dedicated to showcasing and preserving South African art. Opened in 2012, the museum is known for its extensive collection of modern and contemporary...
Mary Fitzgerald Square - Newtown, Johannesburg
Mary Fitzgerald Square is a central gathering space in the heart of Newtown, Johannesburg, named in honor of Mary Fitzgerald, South Africa's first female trade unionist and political activist. Established in 1991, the square has become an iconic landmark in the city and a hub for cultural, politi...
Museum Africa - Newtown Cultural Precinct, Johannesburg
Museum Africa, located in the heart of Johannesburg's Newtown Cultural Precinct, is a prominent institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing South Africa's rich cultural and historical heritage. Established in 1994, the museum occupies a historic building that was originally used as a marke...
The Lake Club Benoni - East Rand
The Lake Club Benoni, nestled in the heart of the East Rand, offers a golfing experience that beautifully blends natural tranquillity with a well-designed 18-hole parkland styled golf course. Its lush fairways are framed by mature trees and water features, creating both a scenic and challenging g...
Melrose Arch - Melrose North, Johannesburg
The Melrose Arch Precinct, located in Melrose North, Johannesburg, is a modern and upscale mixed-use development known for its vibrant urban environment and innovative design. Situated in the Melrose area, the precinct has become a prominent landmark in the city, offering a blend of luxury reside...
South African National Museum of Military History - Johannesburg
The South African National Museum of Military History, located in Saxonwold in Johannesburg, is a premier institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the military history of South Africa. Established in 1947, the museum offers an extensive collection of artifacts, exhibits, and archives th...
University Of The Witwatersrand (Wits) - Johannesburg
The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), located in Johannesburg, South Africa, is one of the country’s top research universities, renowned for its academic excellence and influence in shaping South Africa's history. Established in 1922, Wits originated from the South African School of Mines, ...
Johannesburg Zoo - Parkview, Johannesburg
The Johannesburg Zoo, located in the suburb of Parkview, Johannesburg, is one of the city's most cherished attractions. Established in 1904, the zoo spans 55 hectares and is home to over 320 species of animals, making it a vital institution for wildlife conservation, education, and recreation. Th...
Origins Centre (Wits University) - Johannesburg
The Origins Centre, located on the Braamfontein campus of the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, is a unique museum dedicated to the origins of humankind and the development of human culture. Established in 2006, the centre serves as a cultural and educational hub that explores the ...
Wits Planetarium - Braamfontein, Johannesburg
The Wits Planetarium (formally Johannesburg Planetarium), located at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits University) in Braamfontein, is one of South Africa's oldest and most iconic educational institutions dedicated to astronomy and space science. Opened in 1960, it was the first full-size...
Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre - Forest Town, Johannesburg
Tucked quietly into the leafy suburb of Forest Town, the Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre is far more than a museum, it is a space of conscience and reflection. Opened in its purpose-built home in 2019, the Centre exists to ensure that the memory of past atrocities is preserved with digni...
Oriental Plaza - Fordsburg, Johannesburg
The Oriental Plaza, located in the bustling suburb of Fordsburg in Johannesburg, is a vibrant and iconic shopping destination known for its rich history and cultural significance. Established in the 1970s as a result of the forced removals during the apartheid era, the plaza was intended to be a ...
Wanderers Cricket Stadium - Johannesburg, Gauteng
Wanderers Cricket Stadium, located in Illovo, Johannesburg, is one of South Africa's most iconic cricket venues. Established in 1956, the stadium is renowned for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere, making it a central hub for cricket enthusiasts in the country. The Wanderers is known for its...
Rosebank African Craft Market - Rosebank, Johannesburg
The Rosebank African Craft Market in Rosebank, Johannesburg is one of South Africa’s premier markets for African arts, crafts, and handmade goods, attracting locals and tourists alike. Located in the bustling suburb of Rosebank, the market originally emerged in the late 1990s as a space where Afr...
Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg
The Wanderers Golf Club in Illovo, Johannesburg is widely regarded as one of Gauteng’s most distinguished parkland courses. The layout is fairly tight off the tee, with mature trees lining attractively shaped fairways over gently undulating terrain. It is not brutally long by modern championship ...
Rosebank Mall - Rosebank, Johannesburg
Rosebank Mall is a prominent shopping destination in Rosebank, Johannesburg, known for its diverse retail offerings, modern design, and cultural appeal. Established in the early 1970s, Rosebank Mall has evolved significantly over the decades, transforming from a modest shopping center into an ups...