South Africa
Johannesburg Travel Guide
Gold rush history and vibrant art scene
HistoryArts & CultureFood & Dining
Top Attractions in Johannesburg
Highlights included in EME itineraries
History2.5h
Apartheid Museum
Powerful museum documenting the rise and fall of apartheid through film, photographs, and interactive exhibits — essential and deeply moving
Arts & Culture2h
Arts on Main
A repurposed warehouse complex in Maboneng hosting artist studios, galleries, and a buzzing Sunday market with live music and street food.
History4h
Cradle of Humankind
UNESCO World Heritage Site where some of the oldest hominid fossils were discovered — Maropeng visitor centre and Sterkfontein Caves
History4h
Cradle of Humankind
A UNESCO World Heritage Site northwest of the city where fossil discoveries at Sterkfontein Caves trace human ancestry back over three million years.
Arts & Culture2.5h
Maboneng Precinct
Joburg's creative neighbourhood — galleries, rooftop bars, street art, and the Sunday Market on Main for artisan food and live music
Food & Dining2h
Neighbourgoods Market Joburg
Saturday morning food market in Braamfontein — local chefs, craft coffee, and Joburg's young creative crowd in one buzzing space
Planning Your Johannesburg Itinerary
Johannesburg is one of South Africa's most compelling destinations, known for its History、Arts & Culture、Food & Dining. Use EME's free itinerary builder to plan day by day — add Johannesburg to a multi-city route, set your interests, and get a personalized schedule with attractions and travel times built in. No paywall, no sign-up to start.
Currency
ZAR
Language
English, Zulu, Afrikaans
Visa
Visa-free for many nationalities up to 90 days.
Explore more cities in South Africa or plan a multi-country trip around the world.
Browse all destinations