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South Africa's greatest theme parks

South Africa has theme park thrills in all the major cities across the country. These amusement arcades are packed with roaring rides and all manner of entertainment.

Sun City

A legendary, world-class resort, the Sun City theme park offers exciting family fun with its games arcade, casino and The Valley of Waves.

Ratanga Junction

A full day’s entertainment of family amusement rides, bird and snake shows, souvenir shopping, live music and great entertainment is in order at Ratanga Junction.

Gold Reef City Theme Park

An internationally recognised theme park created around an authentic 19th century gold mine, Gold Reef City theme park takes adventure and history to new heights.

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Valley of the Waves

A legendary recreational water park that’s been built inside an ancient volcano. Come and enjoy the Valley of the Waves theme park - one of Africa’s jewels.

uShaka Marine World

Experience the interaction between land, see and sky when you visit uShaka Marine World - the home of sea mammals, sharks and other fish, birds and great beaches.

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Ostriches are a regular feature at the Klein Karoo National Arts Festival.

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Urban Experiences in Gauteng

Soweto

This famous township is an absolute must-see. Spend time on the famous Vilakazi Street once home to Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu (two Nobel Peace Prize winners).
Sandton City CBD

The upmarket suburb of Sandton is the mecca for business, entertainment, shopping, restaurants, wine-bars and so much more!
Apartheid Museum

Step back into the past at this world-class museum that take you through the turbulent history of apartheid.
Gold Reef City

Created around a 19th century gold mine – learn a bit more about why Johannesburg is known as the ‘City of Gold’ and enjoy the fun rides and non-stop entertainment.
Mall Crawl

Some of the best shopping malls in Africa can be found in Johannesburg and Tshwane – how about Sandton City, Nelson Mandela Square, Rosebank, Hyde Park, Menlyn… and that’s just for starters.
Rosebank African Market

If you want something authentically African to take home, then visit this market with its fine selection of African goods from all over the continent.
Constitution Hill

Visit the Old Fort Prison complex (known as Number Four) and gain insight into South Africa’s past. Both Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Ghandi were incarcerated here, riveting stuff!
Newtown

Experience Newtown by night, and enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Jozi – pubs, bars, restaurants, jazz lounges, nightclubs are all on offer.
Melrose Arch

European lifestyles, great South African weather! This mixed-use precinct offers up excellent restaurants and great shopping. Sip on cocktails at an outdoor café and watch the world go by.
Hatfield

This is where its all happening in Tshwane, hang out at the fun restaurants and pubs that line the streets of Hatfield - it’s a fun place to be