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O.R. Tambo International Airport 1 hr 7
National Botanical Gardens (28 min)
Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden (28 min)
Serene natural area with picnic areas, birdwatching & trails amid indigenous plants & wildlife.
Cradle of Humankind (18 min)
131,000-acre, World Heritage listed area with caves containing primate fossils and rich wildlife.
Happy Island Water World South Africa (23 min)
Water park featuring a lazy river & massive wave pool plus tube slides & an Amazon-themed zone.
Silverstar Casino (23 min)
Ritzy casino offering traditional gambling games, eateries, live shows & a day spa.
NIROX Sculpture Park (22 min)
Striking outdoor installations among grassy fields, trees & waterways, plus concerts & workshops.
Sterkfontein Caves (32 min)
Notable fossil finds in these caves include a 3 million-year-old Australopithecus skeleton.
Walkhaven Dog Park (17 min)
Wonder Caves (52 min)
Accessed via stairs & an elevator, this large cavern complex features stalactites & stalagmites.
Lion & Safari Park (30 min)
Wilderness reserve with many animals viewable on safari tours, plus concessions & a gift shop.
Bird Gardens (37 min)
Walk-through gardens & aviary featuring colorful birds, mammals, reptiles & other exotic animals.
Montecasino (37 min)
Leisure complex designed like an Italian village, housing a casino, 2 theaters, cinemas and a mall.
Maropeng Visitor Centre (40 min)
Modern visitor center for UNESCO-listed Cradle of Humankind, site of important fossil finds.
Croc City Crocodile & Reptile Park (24 min)
Visitors can zip-line above a crocodile enclosure, pet babies & more at this family attraction.
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve (25 min)
Nature reserve with emphasis on endangered species including lions, rhinos, cheetahs & vultures.