Houghton Estate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Montecasino
With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.
Lion & Safari Park
Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
Activities
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience (Caves is closed)
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
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Other neighbourhoods around Houghton Estate
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
Johannesburg CBD
While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.
Maboneng Precinct
Maboneng Precinct is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
- Montecasino
- Sandton City Mall
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Rosebank Mall
- Emperors Palace Casino
- Lion & Safari Park
- Sandton Convention Centre
- Apartheid Museum
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- Johannesburg Zoo
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Netcare Waterfall City Hospital
- Wanderers Stadium
- Johannesburg City Hall
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
- Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen
- First National Bank Stadium
- International Terminal Duty Free Mall