Vlakfontein Travel 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.

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.

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.

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.

First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Our pick of the best Vlakfontein Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG
Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

The Parktonian All Suite Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Vlakfontein

Soweto
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Mandela House or Germiston Lake.

Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.

Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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 Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

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.
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Rosebank Mall
- Apartheid Museum
- First National Bank Stadium
- Cresta Shopping Centre
- Ellis Park Stadium
- University of Witwatersrand
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
- Carlton Centre
- Mary Fitzgerald Square
- Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital
- Emmarentia Dam
- Netcare Milpark Hospital
- Hillbrow Telkom Tower
- Johannesburg Art Gallery