
Inside Nine Yards: A Saturday in Parktown North
Coffee, local design and lunch give this Johannesburg precinct the makings of an easy weekend outing.
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Joburg moves fast, and there’s always something happening. From exciting restaurants and buzzing nightlife to stylish shopping, unforgettable events, and plenty of activities, the city rewards those who explore it properly. Our Joburg City Guide brings together the best things to do across the city – whether you’re planning a weekend outing, a great dinner, or discovering a new neighbourhood favourite.
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Coffee, local design and lunch give this Johannesburg precinct the makings of an easy weekend outing.

Escape Joburg for a relaxed waterside lunch at Oevermeer Bistro, set among the trout dams and rolling scenery of Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa.

The Maslow Sandton is adding a fresh reason to pull up a chair with the introduction of a new premium sushi menu at Lacuna Bistro.

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From legendary Glenhazel cafés to loaded burgers, sushi and old-school bakeries, these are the Kosher Restaurants in Joburg worth bookmarking.

Celebrate spring at Melrose Arch on 5 and 6 September 2026 with family activities, a market, live music and Springboks rugby.
Explore Cape Town and Johannesburg aboard the City Sightseeing red bus, with flexible routes connecting major landmarks, attractions and family experiences.

Semi-Soet – The Musical comes to The Teatro at Montecasino from 4–27 September 2026 with romance, comedy, new music and tickets from R250.

The Maslow Sandton is adding a fresh reason to pull up a chair with the introduction of a new premium sushi menu at Lacuna Bistro.

Discover 10 of the best whisky bars in Joburg for rare single malts, tasting flights, whisky cocktails, live music and relaxed after-dinner drinks.

Janice Honeyman’s Alice in Wonderland comes to Joburg Theatre from 28 October to 24 December 2026. Meet the cast and book tickets.

The Urban Playground opens at Rosebank Mall with skating, esports, street soccer, dance and production studios. Explore prices and hours.

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Coffee, local design and lunch give this Johannesburg precinct the makings of an easy weekend outing.

Celebrate spring at Melrose Arch on 5 and 6 September 2026 with family activities, a market, live music and Springboks rugby.

The Urban Playground opens at Rosebank Mall with skating, esports, street soccer, dance and production studios. Explore prices and hours.

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Semi-Soet – The Musical comes to The Teatro at Montecasino from 4–27 September 2026 with romance, comedy, new music and tickets from R250.

Janice Honeyman’s Alice in Wonderland comes to Joburg Theatre from 28 October to 24 December 2026. Meet the cast and book tickets.

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Game drives, family time and Karoo evenings at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa, within reach of Cape Town.

WWF’s walk-through living room at the V&A Waterfront connects home life with nature. Visit before 15 November.
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Joburg Theatre Complex, 163 Civic Blvd, Braamfontein, Johannesburg
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