Best Romantic Attractions in Johannesburg"
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"Best Romantic Attractions in Johannesburg" Realizzata per : Cityseeker 6 Posizioni indicati Carlton Centre "L'edificio più alto dell'Africa" Dai suoi 228 metri, il Carlton Centre è l'edificio più alto dell'Africa, e è uno dei monumenti più famosi di Johannesburg. Costruito negli anni Settanta, il centro è stato sin da allora un simbolo della città con la successiva aggiunta del 50° piano, la terrazza del Top of Africa, da cui vedere la città e del centro commerciale sotterraneo che lo collega al vicino Carlton by Jeppestown Hotel (al monento chiuso). Si trova nel cuore del centro degli affari di Johannesburg e non può non fare parte dell'itinerario turistico. +27 11 308 1331 150 Commissioner Street, Johannesburg Zoo Lake "Open Space for Concerts" Probably the most frequented open-space area in the suburbs of Johannesburg, Zoo Lake has a restaurant, paddle-boat facilities as well as waterfowl in abundance. The restaurant is housed within buildings at the heart of the property and a bowling club lies to the right. Concerts are often hosted here and an annual, ‘Jazz at the Park' concert is becoming a recognized event. ‘Artists under the Sun' is a regular affair providing artists an opportunity to showcase their works by the lakeside. Weekends are always hectic and everyone and their dog seems to find some amusement there. No entrance fee. Dogs on leashes only. Plenty of parking. +27 11 483 1017 www.jhbcityparks.com/index.php/o Jan Smuts Avenue and Westwold Way, ur-parks-contents-28/find-a-park- Johannesburg contents-64?task=view&id=53 Emmarentia Dam "Picturesque Setting" Take a break from the busy city life and enjoy an family-outing at Emmarentia Dam. Spread across 18.53 acres (7.5 hectares) of land, this dam is popular picnic spot amongst tourists and locals alike and is equipped with barbecue facilities for you to enjoy a hearty meal with your loved ones. The dam is surrounded by several botanical gardens and by George Thomas Stevenson boasts of splendid vistas. Besides, this spot usually sees flocks of migratory birds and is popular destination amongst the avid bird-watchers and photographers. Emmarentia Dam has a canoe club nearby where you can enjoy water-sport activities and also houses a tea room for you to relish a quick bite with some refreshments. Even your furry-friend can accompany you here as this is a well-known dog-walking area. +27 11 712 6600 www.southafrica.net/za/en/articles/ Olifants Road, Johannesburg entry/article-emmarentia-dam Florida Lake "Nature at its Best" Forming an important part of a soon-to-be extensive green belt area running from the west of Johannesburg all the way to the East Rand, Florida Lake is a wonderful haven of tranquility close to main roads that lead straight to the heart of the city. An interesting assortment of ducks waddle about, and the lake is frequented by numerous other bird species. Access is unrestricted and free but barbecuing facilities need to be booked, especially on weekends. A lovely place to picnic or simply stroll and enjoy the water's presence. +27 11 639 1600 (Tourist Information) 6 Kathleen Street, Johannesburg Skyview Helicopter Charters "Bird's Eye View" Skyview Helicopter Charters allows you to charter a private helicopter to any customized location of your choosing. You could surprise a special someone with a tour of the city from a unique vantage point for a birthday or anniversary. Take a flight to a remote heritage site which can only be reached by air or fly above wild life reserves to see the famous Big Five of by Evan Bench Africa. Promising stunning views of cities and wildlife, this is definitely one of the best ways to explore the Johannesburg region. +27 825536127 www.fly-helicopters- info@fly-helicopters- Off N17, Rand Airport, sa.com/ sa.com Germiston Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden "Botanical Garden With On-Site Nursery" This is one of the most popular gardens in the province, situated west of Johannesburg, with a magnificent waterfall and resident Black Eagles. The gardens are well known among botanists, birdwatchers, the general public who come to enjoy the tea garden and the Sunday Picnic Concerts. by JMK A ring road runs through the lush area and is an easy walk of about an hour. A telescope is set up to grant a glimpse of the eagles. The nursery sells a variety of indigenous plants, and children enjoy the vast lawn areas where people can enjoy a picnic or simply relax. +27 86 100 1278 www.sanbi.org/gardens/w [email protected] Malcolm Road, Poortview, alter-sisulu Roodepoort UNIRSI A NOI A : cityseeker.com Termini e condizioni | INFORMATIVA SULLA PRIVACY | API | CONTATTATECI | Diritto d'autore 2021 CITYSEEKER Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org).