Johannesburg Area Information

Johannesburg at a glance

The city of Johannesburg is one of the world's youngest new major cities! Situated on the expansive, green Highveld that stretches across South Africa's inland plateau, Jo'burg owes its location to its discovery of gold!

The vibrant hub is South Africa's ever-growing economic powerhouse, and therefore, the perfect location to place your property investments!

Surrounding Transport

If travel is in your line of sight, this is the place to be! Johannesburg is known for being a hotspot for local, national, and international travel, with the O.R. Tambo International Airport right on your doorstep.

Extensive infrastructure supports railways and multi-lane freeways allow for an easy commute to work. With the abundance of buses and taxis at your disposal, as well as South Africa's first high-speed train running through Johannesburg and Pretoria, getting around is a piece of cake for residents in the city.

Schools and Education

South Africa's premier university, the University of Witwatersrand, as well as the University of Johannesburg, can be found in this thriving city. For families with children, Johannesburg is home to a plentitude of established primary and high schools, some of the top education facilities including:

• St. John's College
• St. Mary's School
• Kingsmead College
• Redhill School
• Charterhouse School
• Start College Johannesburg
• and a wide range more!

Activities and Hotspots

Cultural life is on a constant absolute high in this buzzing metropolis! Boasting luxury and rich experiences, you can expect to find endless entertainment in the city of Johannesburg.

Enjoy a performance from the National Symphony Orchestra, hop between some of Jozi's popular jazz pubs, visit one of the acclaimed local museums, or if you're looking for some light hearted fun, take a trip to the Johannesburg Zoo! You couldn't possibly run out of things to do and places to see in this city!

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