Top attractions in Braamfontein,
Johannesburg by Mairead Foley
Braamfontein is a central
suburb of Johannesburg in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. Attractions
here include The Cultural Arc and The Nelson Mandela Bridge, a 284 meter
cable-stayed bridge linking Braamfontein to the city's business district
and Newtown's cultural centre.
Braamfontein is situated
north of the city of Johannesburg and top attractions in the area include
The Cultural Arc, which includes Newtown, Wits University, Constitution
Hill and the Civic Centre, and The Nelson Mandela Bridge which connects
Braamfontein to the city.
The cultural district Newtown
is a new tourism development area aimed at inner city rejuvenation. It's
a vibrant and cultural place with much to offer.
In Newtown Precinct you'll
find the Market Theatre. It has no less than four outstanding live theatres
to choose from offering the very best productions South Africa has to offer.
'Sarafina' which became a huge Broadway success first started at The Market
Theatre. At the Market Theatre you can also avail of a bookshop, galleries
and the many restaurants. This was once a market, hence the name, and today
still retains the spirit and ambience of a market. The Market Theatre is
open from Monday to Saturday from 9am to late and on Sundays from 10am
to late! Great entertainment is assured here.
A trip to The Newtown Music
Centre where many famous musical artists perform regularly is also a must.
This has long become a popular music venue for many concerts, music recordings,
music launches and performances. The Newtown Music Centre has a capacity
of 1,000 and is open from Monday to Thursday, from 9am to 5pm, and on Friday
from 9am to 4pm.
Why not treat yourself to
a spot of retail therapy and choose from the hundreds of shops available
at The Oriental Plaza? Here you can purchase some precious fabrics, glittering
jewellery and choose from a huge selection of designer brands, souvenirs
and much more.
Wits University...
The University of Witwatersrand
or as it is better know, Wits University was founded in 1896. There are
5 faculties offering degrees at the university: Arts, Science, Engineering,
Law and Commerce. Medicine was another faculty of the university but due
to an increase in students and lack of room it was moved to Esselen Street.
Why not take a tour of the University, learn about the history of this
wonderful building and what it has become today.
Constitution Hill...
Constitution Hill was originally
a fort and was later used as a prison. It was here that many people were
punished before the democracy in 1994 and many including Gandhi and Mandela
were detained here. Constitution Hill is today home of the Constitutional
Court which protects the basic rights and freedom of South Africans. Here
you can take a tour and learn all about South Africa's journey from imprisonment
to democratic freedom at Constitution Hill. Advanced booking is advisable.
Civic Centre...
The Civic Centre is the central
shopping and central business district of Johannesburg. With a large selection
of public buildings, architecture, parks and public structures, there is
much to see and do here.
The Nelson Mandela Bridge...
The Nelson Mandela Bridge
is South Africa's largest cable-stayed bridge measuring 284 meters in length
and crosses over 42 operational railways used by the South African Railways.
It links Braamfontein to Johannesburg's Central Business District and Newtown's
Cultural Centre. It was officially opened on the 20th July 2003 and was
fittingly named after Nelson Mandela who led his people to freedom. Why
not experience a drive over this amazing bridge that is one of South Africa's
major landmarks?
About the Author - Mairead
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Plumpudding
Guesthouse and Conference Venue, Auckland Park Plumpudding Guesthouse and
Conference Venue is the ideal home away from home for the business professional
and visiting lecturer. For The international traveler, it is the perfect
hub from which to explore the rest of South Africa after having experienced
the Magic and Vibe of Johannesburg, the City of Gold. The location
of Plumpudding B&B provides easy access not only to a variety of sporting
and entertainment facilities, but also to shopping centres, hospitals,
corporate office parks, arterials, motorways, and the Johannesburg CBD.
Plumpudding is set in a central location and within 10 Minutes from Sandton
City, SABC, Media24, Wits University, Gold Reef City, JHB CBD, Melville
and only 50 meters from The University of Johannesburg (RAU).
Twickenham
Guest House, Auckland Park Built in 1898, only 12 years
after gold was discovered in Johannesburg, the majestic old manor was one
of the first houses to be built in Auckland Park. It has been a home to
some of Joahnnesburg's most prominent families, including the Garlicks
family and after that the Du Plessis family for some 41 years. The house
has been carefully restored to reflect its distinguished heritage, characterized
by the old world charm and comfort of high pressed steel ceilings, thick
walls and wooden floors. Set in an English country garden with a
gazebo and conservatory for guests' relaxation, this gracious home offers
superb accommodation and excellent food along with personal attention and
care. Spacious en-suite rooms offer old-fashioned comfort combined
with modern conveniences. Handsome period pieces create a relaxed sense
of elegance with fresh flowers and complimentary sherry for the additional
enjoyment of guests..
The
Bedford View - 26 Douglas Road, Bed and Breakfast, Self-catering, BEDFORDVIEW Affordable luxury in park-like
surroundings where you are welcomed in true South African style.
“The Bedford View” 26 Douglas Road Bed-and-Breakfast offers you a home
from home environment with a warm friendly atmosphere. Offering comfortable
accommodation in either suites, double bedrooms or self-catering units.
Situate off van Buuren Road, east of Johannesburg, with easy access to
the N3 freeway “The Bedford View” is close to Johannesburg International
Airport. The location is ideal for businessmen and women as well
as leisure travellers.
Out
of Africa Guesthouse, Guest House, BEDFORDVIEW Set in a lush and tranquil
bird filled garden, Out of Africa is located in a quiet, secure part of
Bedfordview with 24hr security. Ideally suited to business executives and
tourist alike, we’re only 10 minutes from Johannesburg international airport
and 15 minutes from the city centre. We have 7 luxurious en-suite
double bedrooms, and a beautiful entertainment area with an indoor swimming
pool and a Jacuzzi. We offer a full English breakfast, dinner on
request and also cater for small functions.
Tuscany
Guest House, Bed and Breakfast, Blackheath, NORTHCLIFF Charming up market guesthouse,
set in peaceful established garden with large swimming pool. Wonderful
birdlife. Walking distance from Cresta Shopping Centre, restaurants etc.
Ideal for the business or leisure traveler. Six en-suite rooms opening
onto garden, ensuring free movement to all guests. 24 Hour Wireless
ADSL (broadband) Internet access in our lounge area or in the comfort of
your room. Secure parking. DSTV, tea/coffee trays with homemade rusk/biscuits,
full breakfast served on patio next to pool, or in our delightful dining
room. Walking distance from JHB Eye Hospital, close to Flora Clinic,
Wilgeheuwel Hospital, University of Johannesburg (RAU) etc. Courtesy transport
to Cresta Centre, Johannesburg Eye Hospital and Dr's rooms. Soweto
Tours, World of Beer, Nelson Mandela Museum, Sun City, Pilanesberg etc.,
arranged on request.
Liz
at Lancaster, Bed & Breakfast / Self-catering, CRAIGHALL PARK 4
star graded accommodation located in Craighall Park, one of Johannesburg's
most convenient areas - a stone's throw from Hyde Park, 10 minutes from
Rosebank, equidistant from Sandton and Jozi CBD and Parktown, Braamfontein,
Melville. 7 units with rates varying from R545 - 680 single and 325 pp
sharing to R400 (for the 2 roomed units with kitchens) including breakfast.
At Liz at Lancaster you have all the advantages of the peace and quiet
of a suburban home-from-home environment - bird-calls, lush vegetation,
pool in garden, as well as real privacy. All units have their own entrances
and open onto their own individual patios. The property is secure with
remote control access and secure designated under-cover parking close to
each unit.
Ninety
North Guest House, Ferndale, RANDBURG This
beautifully furnished guest house in Johannesburg’s Northern suburbs, has
a total of seven spacious bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, each with own
television and tea and coffee making facilities. The entire house
is dedicated to guests and the lounge and dining area has DSTV and DVD
player with surround sound. Mrs Hakula provides a sumptuous breakfast
each morning and tea and coffee are available all day. Welcome snacks
are provided each evening and our “butler”, SIpho, holds a fruit bowl in
the hallway for a healthy snack on your way in or out. Relax on the
covered patio, cool off in the splash pool and enjoy the wondrous variety
of garden birds.
Chartwell
Country Lodge and Ubuhle Nature Spa, B&B/Spa, FOURWAYS GARDENS The smell of the sweet country
air and the aroma of freshly baked scones and roasted coffee beans, all
of this and more, just a few minutes from Fourways. This magnificent
lodge with its rolling lawns and shimmering dams has been the life long
pursuit of Graham Foster. The vistas of the surrounding areas with its
abundance of birdlife are to be seen to be believed. This is the ideal
escape for the city dweller whether it is to visit our Country Café
or for an overnight stay. Chartwell country lodge now OPEN the conference
center who can seat up to 50 people in cinema style. Is ideal for days
conferences teambuilding, break – aways and company. The Lodge has
a Country Café with both indoor and outdoor seating and a comprehensive
menu. It is open from 9am till late every day.
Eagle's
Nest Lodge & Convention Centre, Bed and Breakfast, Self-catering, FOURWAYS
GARDENS Eagle's Nest Lodge &
Convention Centre is conveniently situated in the heart of Fourways in
the northern suburbs of Johannesburg, South Africa, with easy access from
the N1 Highway and William Nicol Drive and boasts ample parking space.
The superior accommodation, experienced personnel and tranquil atmosphere
make Eagle's Nest the ideal location for conventions and conferences; launches
and promotions. At Eagle's Nest, we strive towards service excellence
and will work to ensure that your function is a success. Its multipurpose
design allows for functions ranging from 10-30 guests to larger functions
of up to 100 guests, banquet style. The accommodation available at
Eagle's Nest is charming and luxurious, effortlessly meeting the standards
of business executives and experienced travellers.
A
Lemurian Guesthouse, Bed & Breakfast, Guesthouse, HOUGHTON A Lemurian Guesthouse is
an upscale Guesthouse which offers bed and breakfast as well as self-catering
facilities. It is especially appealing to families with children as it
offers one and two bedroom units. All units are nicely furnished. Some
have leather lounge suites, DSTV's, bars and private patios. It is
located in the serene and leafy suburb of Houghton and offers secure parking
and 24 hour security. Our guest house has a large swimming pool, a tennis
court, guest lounges and landscaped gardens. A Lemurian Guesthouse
is an all-suite facility. All of its units have either bathroom or shower,
lounge and self catering facilities.
Villa
Schreiner Guest House, JUKSKEI PARK Villa
Schreiner is a family-owned romantic guest house under thatch situated
in the quiet residential suburb of Jukskei Park. Villa Schreiner is located
15 minutes from Fourways Mall, 25 minutes from Sandton City and close to
the famous Monte Casino. There are two excellent gourmet restaurants, a
coffee shop & boutique shops at the Douglasdale Shopping Centre, only
five minutes away. Our four beautiful, individually decorated rooms overlook
the beautiful tropical garden and heated pool. A full English and continental
breakfast is served outside on the sun patio or in the dining room.
AA
Willy's Chateau, Bed and Breakfast, KENSINGTON Willy's Chateau is situated
in the quiet, tree lined suburb of Kensington, only 15 minutes from the
Johannesburg International Airport. Easy access to all major routes
and close the the Johannesburg CBD. We are surrounded by major business
parks and there are many shopping centres and entertaining localities close
by, thus making Willy's Chateau ideal for for business and pleasure travellers
alike.There are a variety of challenging and scenic golf courses close
by. Various restaurants and bar's are within walking distance from
our establishment or visit the 'Legere Stube', our in-house bar and restaurant.
5th
Avenue Gooseberry B & B, LINDEN The guest house, in a quiet
northern suburb of Johannesburg, has a warm and welcoming English style
character combined with artistic flair. The 11 rooms decorated with
collectables, antique pieces and Susan’s art,include TV with MNet and a
tea tray. En-suite bathrooms Parking on the premises. Close to Cresta shopping
centre, CBD, Universities of Johannesburg and Witwatersrand , Rosebank,
Melville and the Randburg Waterfront. Parking on premises. Credit cards.Guest
loyalty programme. Conference venue and art gallery. Small intimate
weddings.TGCSA 4-Star Guest
Cherry
Tree Cottage, Bed and Breakfast, Self Catering, LINDEN Cherry Tree Cottage is ideally
placed for the traveller wishing to overnight in Gauteng, en route to Natal,
the Cape, or North West Province and Mpumalanga. Longer stays to
explore our area are welcomed, before setting out to discover the Kruger
Park, Sun City, the Drakensberg, Garden Route and Wine Route. If
you are in Johannesburg for Medical Tourism and Safari, whether it be for
Cosmetic, Opthalmic or Orthopaedic Surgery, then this is the ideal retreat
& convenient for all hospitals whether it be: the Netcare facilities
at the Garden City, Milpark, Parklane or Rosebank Clinics, or the Medi-clinic
Hospitals at Morningside or Sandton or the AfroxHealthcare units at the
Flora or Brenthurst Clinics or Wilgeheuvel Hospital. Relax in the
comfort & convenience of your own apartment & take advantage of
the self-catering facilities if you wish.
33
on First, Bed and Breakfast, MELVILLE 33 on First, a luxury B
& B situated in the popular and trendy suburb of Melville the major
freeways to Pretoria, Sandton, Johannesburg International Airport are but
a few minutes away Melville is well known for it's many restaurants of
every conceivable variety, interesting clothing and antique shops. 33 on
First are within walking distance of all the eating establishments and
bars. Comfortable, quiet, relaxed, pool, off street secure parking,
buffet breakfast daily, other meals by arrangement. Situated in popular,
vibrant and trendy Melville, close to University of Johannesburg, walking
distance to large and diverse number of restaurants and shops. Easy access
to the major freeways to the International Airport, Pretoria and Sandton.
A continental and English breakfast is served daily
Heatherdale
Guest House & Conference Centre, Bed and Breakfast, Self-catering,
NORTH RIDING Set in 4 acres of very secure
and peaceful tree'd gardens. Guests have their own remote electronic access.
There is a sparkling pool and braai area as well as private braai's. Breakfast
is English or Continental. Heatherdale hosts a choice of 2 Luxury
Suites, 5 Luxury rooms, and 3 self catering cottages. Our spacious and
tastefully decorated cottages are set on 4 acres of secure, beautifully
treed gardens all have en-suite bathrooms, and some have their own private
Patio with BBQ/ Braai. All the rooms have wireless ADSL connection.
Heatherdale also has two conference rooms which ideally located to allow
for outdoor teambuilding, Product launches, Staff Parties, Client Functions,
Training, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Private Parties. Conference rates
available on request.
