10 TOP Things to Do in Gauteng (2026 Activity Guide)

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Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option

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Johannesburg: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour

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Johannesburg: Pan-African Cooking class & Market visit

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Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food

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What to do in Gauteng

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Sandton City Mall

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During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Where to stay in Gauteng

Find the best Gauteng areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

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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.

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O.R. Tambo

If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.

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Midrand

You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.

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Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.

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