Location: Fourways
Top Things to do in Fourways
What to do and see in Fourways, South Africa: The Best Places and Tips
The district referred to as Fourways (which is a collection of suburbs, including the traditional suburb of Fourways) is the fastest-developing commercial and residential hub in northern Sandton, north of Johannesburg, South Africa. The main access routes to Fourways are off the N1 at R511 William Nicol Drive, or alternatively along R564 Witkoppen Road. It is located mostly in Region E of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality. It is roughly as far as one can go in the city before metropolitan Johannesburg dissolves into rolling hills, gamefarms and the capital Pretoria, 55 kilometres to the northeast. Hartebeespoort Dam and the Magaliesburg Mountains lie half an hour to the north-west. It is bordered by Bryanston to the east and south and Randburg to the west.
Restaurants in Fourways
1. Liliesleaf Farm & Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 231 reviews
Reviewed By on4ajt - Leopoldsburg, Belgium
Due recommandation of our host we visited Liliesleaf Farm on our last day of our 2nd roundtrip through SA. The premisis is well maintained and the exhibit is very interesting. A short movie tells you the story & history of the farm. After visiting we learned more about SA history again. Things we did not know before or were not aware they ever happened. Pitty time went too short, we had to leave for the airport.
2. Montecasino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Award-winning Montecasino - Gauteng’s number one entertainment destination - is ideally located in the heart of Fourways Johannesburg and is a spectacular 24-7 ‘World at Play’ development meticulously designed to replicate an authentic Tuscan Village. A casino, retail entertainment, corporate hospitality and events, three hotels on property and a luxury office park, it is perfectly packaged to offer the very best in stylish entertainment to deliver a unique and memorable experience. Visitors to Montecasino are immediately captivated by the Italian communal theming and vibrant social and entertainment buzz – an atmosphere that keeps them returning again and again. Catering for both the leisure and business markets through the broad range of facilities, entertainment activities, abundant parking and convenient location just off the main commuter routes; it is clear to see why Montecasino attracts over 9.3 million visitors annually. For more information go to our website or "like" us on Facebook.You would be hard pressed to find another location world-wide that churns the number of entertainment options as those found at Montecasino. From theatre productions to Concerts, music and sporting festivals, gaming and casino promotions, world-class events, artists appearances and musicians – Montecasino has got it!
Reviewed By Goodfoodknight
Great place to have food of any description. We chose n Italian restaurant on the street with a duo singing songs for all generations lovely food I had the best oxtail stew eaten for ages, quite stunningHi Goodfoodknight, thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback and rating us. Kind regards
3. Hector Pieterson Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 418 reviews
This tragic museum, opened in 2002, honors the Sowetan schoolchildren slain in a police massacre in 1976.
Reviewed By Stevethearchitect - Benfleet, United Kingdom
Students protested about having to be taught in Afrikaans. Police thought shooting 600+ school kids was an appropriate response when they felt threatened. Madness.
It was not busy, but very sobering. You owe it to those kids to visit, if its only for a few minutes.
4. Emperors Palace
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Fit for true Emperors in more ways than one, Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention and Entertainment Resort welcomes all to experience true luxury and excitement. Emperors Palace offers luxurious accommodation in four unique hotels, a glorious health and beauty spa, a magnificent casino with unparalleled gaming enjoyment, the finest in dining options, spectacular entertainment choices, world class conference facilities, and impeccable service. Come to Emperors Palace. Come to the Palace of Dreams!
Reviewed By janetc528 - Pretoria, South Africa
Always enjoyable always and the security is good and personnel even drew our attention to R 20.00 we had dropped - all in all an great experience.
5. The Joburg Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By Adventure Diva - Manchester, Connecticut
Previously know as the Johannesburg Civic Theater, this is a group of 4 Theaters situated in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. This theater stages both Broadway musicals and local productions. The main pedestrian entrance is at 163 Civic Boulevard, opposite the Metro Centre offices.
I had the good fortune of seeing "King Kong, the Musical" in the Nelson Mandela Theater. It's the only theater in the world named after N.M. The revival of South Africa's first black musical from the 1959's was quite enjoyable.The acting and singing was the very best of South African talent. (The character "King Kong" was portrayed by the singer and dancer Andile Gumbe, who played "Simba" in the Broadway show of the Lion King). My orchestra seat was only US $24! Acoustics, stage setting, and audience Seating was great. The artistic energy of the performers left a smile on your face.
6. Sandton Convention Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 281 reviews
Located in the heart of Sandton’s business district, with over 22 000m² of convention, exhibition and special event space, 10 600 secure parking bays, conveniently located entertainment centres and over 30 hotels nearby, Sandton Convention Centre is Southern Africa’s most technologically advanced convention centre, offering purpose-built facilities to cater to your every need.
Reviewed By Rolf C
Was here for the Jewellex Jewelry Show 2017. The show was great. I had a good time. Overall facility a little outdated. But a good place to held a convention.
7. Reliable Shuttles & Transfers
Overall Ratings
5 based on 78 reviews
Reliable Shuttles and Transfers is a Johannesburg based private shuttle service that sees our drivers take you safely to and from your destination of choice. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With our competitive pricing, friendly service and high regard for your safety we can guarantee your satisfaction.
Reviewed By jensK1319GM
We just recently used Reliable Shuttles from Bakubang, Pilansberg to Johannesburg. To our surprise Jack and Glynn arrived to transport us in person and our journey could not have been better! So much so, that we booked a follow up ride from JHB to the airport for our trip home to Canada. We had a fabulous journey, the price was right, and to add to the fun, Jack and I reminisced about the good old 70's. A great couple who made us feel completely safe and secure throughout our journeys. Jack even went the extra mile by taking us through my old neighbourhood so that my Canadian family could get a glimpse of where I was raised. Kudos, kudos, kudos to Reliable... we highly recommend their services!!
8. Hector Pieterson Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 208 reviews
The 1976 photograph of slain thirteen-year old Hector Pieterson, carried by a friend while his grieving sister runs alongside, is a chilling reminder that South African was changed thereafter.
Reviewed By CJW913 - De Pere, Wisconsin
Paying tribute to the victims of the 1976 Soweto Uprising, and particularly to 14-year old Hector Pieterson, who became the international symbol of Apartheid oppression and youth resistance, this memorial is a powerful indictment of man's inexcusable cruelty.
The memorial itself is a paved area with benches for reflection, an inscribed stone and simple water, and small granite blocks in the museum courtyard that pay tribute to the 350 children who died during this violent time. Simple, but powerful.
9. Lindfield Victorian House Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 119 reviews
(Open by appointment only.) The stories that lived (and still live) within the walls of the Lindfield Victorian House Museum tell a tale of Johannesburg during an era that, more than any other, shaped urban Johannesburg as we know it today. A tale of the day-to-day family life and fashion trends, masters and servants, elegance, high culture, high teas, social etiquette and intellectual achievements. The spirit of this amazing era lives on in the museum and visitors not only learn its cultural history, but also experience the ambiance of a bygone world.
Reviewed By ColetteDee - Roodepoort, South Africa
When gold was discovered in Johannesburg, people from all over Europe came here to try and find their fortune. The wives, homesick for their countries of birth, recreated their cultures in their homes. Katherine, the host, dressed as a chambermaid, has a wealth of knowledge and treasures from the Victorian age - late 1800's, which blows the mind. What a truly remarkable experience! Every surface, every part of the house has an historical object to amaze and educate you. Authentically furnished and decorated rooms give you insight into the way people used to live, and the nursery/playroom is a creepy delight, with dolls and toys and a mind boggling dolls house with miniature... everything (!) from the era. Wow! Katherine has lived in the house for 50 years and has no help due to the fragility of all the treasures, hence the dust, but it adds to the character of the place. She worries about what would happen to this heritage site when she is too old to care for it and we truly hope some organization will identify it as worthy of a trust to preserve it for future generations. It needs to remain a museum, as it gives a rare insight into a part of history we don't know much about these days. Step into a forgotten and fascinating era. A worthwhile visit!
10. Nelson Mandela Square
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Sofi N - Athens, Greece
The Nelson Mandela square is adjacent to the Sandton Mall and has restaurants on its three sides with the fourth providing entrance to the mall and featuring the imposing bronze statue of Nelson Mandela and some water Fountains. A nice hangout as you have ample dine choices. I like to visit when I can. Come thinking of it is one of the safest places in Johannesburg to be, in an otherwise unsafe city.
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