Johannesburg is the second-largest city of South Africa, which is now evolving as a hub for arts and culture. The city has rich wildlife and many nature reserves, historical sites and quaint cafes. It is also popular by the name of ‘Jo’burg’ and ‘Jozi’. The city has a mixed culture and an amazing nightlife. Whether you are looking to unwind and relax or in search of an adrenaline rush, Johannesburg is a perfect destination for all.
Best time to visit
March to May and September to November are the ideal months to visit Johannesburg. If you’re looking for budget-friendly vacation then you can explore the city in winters. Ethiopian Airlines is the major carrier that serving
Delhi to Johannesburg flight route.
Places to visit
Lion and Safari Park, The Apartheid Museum, Gold Reef City and Constitution Hill are some of the best places to explore while in Johannesburg. Lion and Safari Park is famous for animal interactions. From cuddling the lion cub to taking the cheetah on a walk, you can get to know Africa’s famous wildlife in many ways here. If you’re interested in knowing South Africa’s history, The Apartheid Museum is worth visiting. Here, you can gather knowledge through newspaper clippings, film footage, artefacts and photos. Gold Reef City is another attraction best for families. It is located some eight kilometres from the city centre. The place boasts of thrilling theme park rides.
Johannesburg hotels are famous for their safari.
Food and Restaurants
When it comes to food, Johannesburg has quite a history.
Pap is one of the must-try dishes here. It is the main dish originating from South African food history. This softly cooked maize-meal comes from the Bantu tribes that migrated around 2,000 years ago from West Africa. Other than pap, you can try
Vetkoek, Braai, Chakalaka and Melktert.
Transportation
Johannesburg Airport or O.R Tambo International Airport (JNB) is South Africa’s primary airport for domestic and international travel. It is located in Kempton Park, Gauteng. This airport has non-stop flights to all six inhabited continents. Saudia,
Ethiopian, Etihad,
Air Seychelles and
Air India are some of the major airlines serving from Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata to Johannesburg.
Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to
flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for the cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Park Station, Gautrain, Spoornet and Metrorail are the four major railway stations in Johannesburg. These railway stations connect the city with Capetown, Kimberley, East London, Port Elizabeth, Durban and Pretoria through regular trains. There are around five major bus stations in Johannesburg. At Park Station, many long-distance buses arrive.