Jozi Guidebook
Food Scene
Great chef gourmet dishes with jazz nights at Hallmark House which is 3 min uber ride from our place
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The Marabi Club
54 Siemert RdGreat chef gourmet dishes with jazz nights at Hallmark House which is 3 min uber ride from our place
Little Addis Cafe
41 Stanley AvenueEthiopian Cafe and restaurant
Live jazz sessions on Fridays and Saturdays. Authentic African cuisine
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Pata Pata
286 Fox StLive jazz sessions on Fridays and Saturdays. Authentic African cuisine
Leroy and Itumeleng, two graduates from the University of Johannesburg with a qualification in Radiography, always dreamed of owning a restaurant. However, when their passion for speciality coffee was ignited in 2015 thanks to their local Maboneng coffee shop,
Home of the bean
24 Albrecht StLeroy and Itumeleng, two graduates from the University of Johannesburg with a qualification in Radiography, always dreamed of owning a restaurant. However, when their passion for speciality coffee was ignited in 2015 thanks to their local Maboneng coffee shop,
One of the better steak houses in Jozi. Book to not be disappointed. Also can checkout Goodman Gallery which is nearby whenever open.
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Marble Restaurant
Jellicoe AvenueOne of the better steak houses in Jozi. Book to not be disappointed. Also can checkout Goodman Gallery which is nearby whenever open.
If you're willing to take the drive or Gautrain to Pretoria for one of the better steak houses in Gauteng province, then put Hinterland on your list.
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Hinterland
If you're willing to take the drive or Gautrain to Pretoria for one of the better steak houses in Gauteng province, then put Hinterland on your list.
Sightseeing
Artist Proof Studio
Boundary RoadUp and coming art school. buy and collect art at decent prices
Victoria Yards
16 Viljoen StAs one of Joburg’s oldest bars, Kitcheners is an institution in the city centre and well-loved by locals. They describe themselves as being a local pub by day with legendary parties at night, so choose the timing of your visit based on what vibe you are keen on. There are also comedy nights on Tuesdays for those wanting a good laugh.
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Kitcheners Carvery Bar
71 Juta StAs one of Joburg’s oldest bars, Kitcheners is an institution in the city centre and well-loved by locals. They describe themselves as being a local pub by day with legendary parties at night, so choose the timing of your visit based on what vibe you are keen on. There are also comedy nights on Tuesdays for those wanting a good laugh.
This book lovers treasure trove sells new and secondhand books with a focus on supporting African writers. Driven by a real passion for books and reading, the owners support smaller retailers and act as the go-between for them and big publishing companies. Bridge Books also hosts many events that bibliophiles would enjoy including book launches, writing workshops and more.
Bridge Books
59 Commissioner StThis book lovers treasure trove sells new and secondhand books with a focus on supporting African writers. Driven by a real passion for books and reading, the owners support smaller retailers and act as the go-between for them and big publishing companies. Bridge Books also hosts many events that bibliophiles would enjoy including book launches, writing workshops and more.
This proudly South African store sells unique African-inspired clothing. Spook Gear makes everything from dashiki t-shirts to vibrant patterned shirts, colourful caps, bags and more. Shop here if you are looking for stunning and uncommon items of clothing or accessories that are proudly made in Africa.
Spook Gear
300 Commissioner StThis proudly South African store sells unique African-inspired clothing. Spook Gear makes everything from dashiki t-shirts to vibrant patterned shirts, colourful caps, bags and more. Shop here if you are looking for stunning and uncommon items of clothing or accessories that are proudly made in Africa.
Kalashnikovv Gallery was started in 2013. It is a contemporary fine art gallery and project space for emerging and established local artists. In this space, you will find a mix of independent artist space, and if you’re looking for South African artists to support, this is the place to visit.
Kalashnikovv Gallery
72 Juta StKalashnikovv Gallery was started in 2013. It is a contemporary fine art gallery and project space for emerging and established local artists. In this space, you will find a mix of independent artist space, and if you’re looking for South African artists to support, this is the place to visit.
End to end experience of SA's deep history in Apartheid
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Museo del Apartheid
End to end experience of SA's deep history in Apartheid
Sightseeing
One of the better steak restaurants in town
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Che Argentine Grill
128 Jan Smuts AveOne of the better steak restaurants in town
Proper nightlife on the retro and hippier side of Maboneng
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Bertrand Café
296 Fox StProper nightlife on the retro and hippier side of Maboneng
For music that will keep you on your feet from the time you arrive until the time you leave, head to Great Dane. If you’re looking for a bite to eat or something to drink, they serve gourmet hot dogs and have an expansive cocktail menu. The place is often packed with young hip locals sipping their drinks to a soundtrack of hip-hop. R&B, mixed house and more.
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Great Dane
5 De Beer StFor music that will keep you on your feet from the time you arrive until the time you leave, head to Great Dane. If you’re looking for a bite to eat or something to drink, they serve gourmet hot dogs and have an expansive cocktail menu. The place is often packed with young hip locals sipping their drinks to a soundtrack of hip-hop. R&B, mixed house and more.
One of the better globally renowned constitutional courts. Worth a pass by with historic settings.
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Constitutional Court of South Africa
1 Hospital StOne of the better globally renowned constitutional courts. Worth a pass by with historic settings.
Sightseeing
Zoo Lake
Picnic Out Vibes
One of the better collection of local fine wines, brandy and gins.
Also checkout some of the restaurants on the broader 4th Avenue ala Kolonaki, Coobs, Hudsons (book beforehand to not be disappointed)
Dry Dock Boutique Liquor
37 4De LnOne of the better collection of local fine wines, brandy and gins.
Also checkout some of the restaurants on the broader 4th Avenue ala Kolonaki, Coobs, Hudsons (book beforehand to not be disappointed)
Sightseeing
One of the better street market vibes pre Covid. check if they're open now
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Neighbourgoods Market
73 Juta StOne of the better street market vibes pre Covid. check if they're open now
Great historic Muslim and Indian area with cotton and fabrics at very decent prices. Tailors also available. Start at a place called Moosas for fabric and ask them where you can get a good tailor at the complex to make you a piece. Also try out the nearby restaurants with good food.
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Oriental Plaza
38-60 Oriental StGreat historic Muslim and Indian area with cotton and fabrics at very decent prices. Tailors also available. Start at a place called Moosas for fabric and ask them where you can get a good tailor at the complex to make you a piece. Also try out the nearby restaurants with good food.
Most historic Street in Jozi with 2 nobel peace laureates previously residing there with Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela.
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Vilakazi Street
Vilakazi StreetMost historic Street in Jozi with 2 nobel peace laureates previously residing there with Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela.
For those looking for cosmopolitan shopping.
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Centro comercial Sandton City
83 Rivonia RdFor those looking for cosmopolitan shopping.
More cosmopolitan shopping and site seeing
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Mall of Africa
More cosmopolitan shopping and site seeing
More cosmopolitan shopping and night clubs in the area ala news cafe
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The Zone @ Rosebank
177 Oxford RoadMore cosmopolitan shopping and night clubs in the area ala news cafe
Neighbourhoods
Maboneng Precinct. Very good night clubs, restaurants and good exposure to Joburg cosmopolitan culture
Fox Street
Fox StreetMaboneng Precinct. Very good night clubs, restaurants and good exposure to Joburg cosmopolitan culture
Consejos para la ciudad
Costumbres y cultura
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