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Johannesburg (or Joburg as it’s known by the locals) has plenty to see and do, including the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill and the Carlton Centre, which offers jaw-dropping views from its 50th-floor viewing platform.
Sports fans will want to be sure to visit Ellis Park, which hosted the 1995 Rugby World Cup final, many games during the 2010 World Cup, and is home to the Lions and Golden Lions.
The city is also home to a great selection of cafes and bars, so be sure to try one of the famous Joburg breakfasts!
Also be sure to visit one of the city’s townships while you’re visiting, to experience some of the best nights out in town, with the liveliest atmosphere!
If you want to travel a little further out of the city, head to the Cradle of Humanity cave complex at Maropeng, which contains a wealth of hominid fossils and ancient tools.
In terms of weather, Joburg is warm and pleasant all year round, with the summer months running from November to February.
5 Things You Need to Know About Johannesburg
Busy planning your first trip to Joburg? Here are five things which you should know before packing your bags…
Time Difference: UTC +2 hours
Currency: ZAR (R)
Native Language: South Africa has eleven official languages, but English is the most spoken in Johannesburg
Weather: Average temperature of 69°F during the warmest month (January) and 50°F during the coldest, June
Sales Tax: 14%
Flying to Johannesburg from the USA
Here’s everything you’ll need to know when booking flights to Johannesburg from the US, including airlines and average flight times.
Flight Times
The average flight time from the US to Johannesburg will depend on where you are flying from, and whether you can catch a direct flight or not.
The average flight time for a direct flight is usually between 14 and 15 hours. Of course, this will be longer with indirect flights.
Entry Requirements
US citizens visiting Johannesburg do not need a visa if they are traveling for less than 90 days, and are visiting for tourism purposes.
If your visit will exceed this period, then you must apply for a temporary or visitor’s visa before your arrival.
Airlines That Fly to Johannesburg
Currently, only South African Airways and Delta offer direct flights to Johannesburg from the US, but multiple others offer indirect options, such as:
- Virgin Atlantic
- KLM
- United
- Jet Blue
- Air France
- Turkish
- Lufthansa
The Airport
Johannesburg is primarily served by the O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), which is located about 16.5 miles east of downtown Joburg.
From here you can catch the Gautrain to the suburb of Sandton, where you can catch a connecting service to wherever you need to go, or alternatively, you can catch a taxi, which will be more expensive, but more convenient.
There’s also the Rea Vaya rapid bus service which has dedicated bus lanes and stops every 500m.
10 Johannesburg Must-Dos
There’s a lot to see and do in Joburg, and it can be a bit overwhelming for the first time visitor, so here are our top ten things to prioritize.
- Apartheid Museum
- Gold Reef City
- Constitution Hill
- Montecasino
- Lion Park
- SAB World of Beer
- Cradle of Humankind
- South African National Museum
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden
- Johannesburg Zoo
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