Gauteng SITES TO SEE

The Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg tells the story of South Africa’s journey to democracy and the end of the apartheid system of racial segregation.

Constitution Hill in the heart of Johannesburg is a former prison complex that now houses the Constitutional Court of South Africa, as well as several museums that detail the country’s political history.

Maropeng and the Sterkfontein Caves at the Cradle of Humankind are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is one of the most important palaeoanthropological sites in the world, providing insights into early hominin evolution and the prehistoric ancestors of modern man.

Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa and certainly worth the brief trip from Johannesburg. The Union Buildings , the official seat of the South

African government, and the Voortrekker Monument , which tells the story of the Afrikaner people, are regular tourist attractions.

Soweto is South Africa’s largest township and was home to many important figures in its history, including Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Various tour guides operate in the area, providing insights into the history of the antiapartheid struggle and local culture. There’s also a prime bungee jumping site for the adventurous.

Gold Reef City amusement park in Johannesburg offers a variety of rides and attractions, as well as a chance to learn about the history of gold mining in the area.

For those looking to take a break from the hustle and bustle, the Magaliesberg mountain range runs through Gauteng and is ideal for hiking, camping and other outdoor activities.