Attractions in Newtown
Distances are from the town centre.
Mary Fitzgerald Square - Newtown, Johannesburg
Mary Fitzgerald Square is a central gathering space in the heart of Newtown, Johannesburg, named in honor of Mary Fitzgerald, South Africa's first female trade unionist and political activist. Established in 1991, the square has become an iconic landmark in the city and a hub for cultural, politi...
Newtown Diwali Festival - Newtown, Johannesburg
The Newtown Diwali Festival is an annual cultural celebration that takes place at Mary Fitzgerald Square in the vibrant Newtown Precinct of Johannesburg. This festival, dedicated to the celebration of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, brings together diverse communities to celebrate Indian cu...
Workers' Museum - Newtown, Johannesburg
The Workers' Museum in Newtown, Johannesburg, is a poignant testament to South Africa's labour history, particularly under apartheid. Situated in the old municipal workers’ compound, the museum highlights the harsh realities of life for black migrant labourers who worked for the city. Built in th...
Museum Africa - Newtown Cultural Precinct, Johannesburg
Museum Africa, located in the heart of Johannesburg's Newtown Cultural Precinct, is a prominent institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing South Africa's rich cultural and historical heritage. Established in 1994, the museum occupies a historic building that was originally used as a marke...
Sci-Bono Discovery Centre - Johannesburg
The Sci-Bono Discovery Centre in Johannesburg is South Africa's largest science center, dedicated to promoting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. Located in Newtown, it was established in 2004 to create a hands-on learning environment where people of all ages can ...
Market Theatre - Newtown, Johannesburg
The Market Theatre, located in the vibrant cultural hub of Newtown, Johannesburg, is one of South Africa’s most iconic and historically significant performing arts venues. Established in 1976, the theatre emerged as a crucial platform for anti-apartheid expression, offering a space for artists to...
Arts Alive Festival - Newtown, Johannesburg
The Johannesburg Arts Alive International Festival is one of South Africa's premier cultural events, held annually in the city of Johannesburg. Since its inception in 1992, the festival has celebrated the rich and diverse artistic heritage of the city, becoming a major highlight on Johannesburg's...
SAB World Of Beer - Newtown, Johannesburg
The SAB World Of Beer in Newtown, Johannesburg offers a fascinating look into the processes and culture of beer-making and beer drinking through the ages. The tour reveals the art and science of beer-making throughout history, from the early days in ancient Eygpt right through until modern tim...
Nelson Mandela Shadow Boxer Statue - Johannesburg
The Nelson Mandela Shadow Boxer Statue is a captivating sculpture located in Johannesburg outside the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court. Here's more about it: 1. Description: The statue depicts a young Nelson Mandela in boxing attire, captured mid-stride as if he's engaged in shadow boxing. ...
Oriental Plaza - Fordsburg, Johannesburg
The Oriental Plaza, located in the bustling suburb of Fordsburg in Johannesburg, is a vibrant and iconic shopping destination known for its rich history and cultural significance. Established in the 1970s as a result of the forced removals during the apartheid era, the plaza was intended to be a ...
The Playground - Braamfontein, Johannesburg
The Playground market, located in the vibrant neighborhood of Braamfontein, Johannesburg, is an innovative space designed to foster creativity, community, and culture. It is a dynamic venue that hosts a variety of events, including markets, music performances, art exhibitions and food festivals. ...
Wits Art Museum - Braamfontein, Johannesburg
The Wits Art Museum, located on the Braamfontein campus of the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, is a prominent cultural institution dedicated to showcasing and preserving South African art. Opened in 2012, the museum is known for its extensive collection of modern and contemporary...
Origins Centre (Wits University) - Johannesburg
The Origins Centre, located on the Braamfontein campus of the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, is a unique museum dedicated to the origins of humankind and the development of human culture. Established in 2006, the centre serves as a cultural and educational hub that explores the ...
Gandhi Square Precinct - Johannesburg
Gandhi Square Precinct in Johannesburg is a bustling and historically significant area located in the heart of the city's central business district. Named after the iconic leader Mahatma Gandhi, who lived in South Africa for 21 years, the square serves as a major transportation hub and a focal po...
Alexander Theatre - Braamfontein, Johannesburg
The Alexander Theatre in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, is a prominent cultural landmark with a rich history that reflects the evolution of the city's artistic and performance scene. Opened in 1951, the theatre quickly became a hub for live performances, including plays, musicals, and concerts, serv...
University Of The Witwatersrand (Wits) - Johannesburg
The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), located in Johannesburg, South Africa, is one of the country’s top research universities, renowned for its academic excellence and influence in shaping South Africa's history. Established in 1922, Wits originated from the South African School of Mines, ...
Joburg Theatre Complex - Braamfontein, Johannesburg
The Joburg Theatre Complex is one of South Africa’s premier performance venues, located in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. Originally established as the Civic Theatre in 1962, it has evolved into a vibrant cultural hub that celebrates local and international productions. The complex boasts three prim...
Johannesburg Art Gallery (JAG) - Johannesburg, Gauteng
The Johannesburg Art Gallery (JAG) is one of South Africa’s most significant public art galleries, located in Joubert Park, in the heart of Johannesburg. Established in 1910, the gallery was designed by famed British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and officially opened to the public in 1915. Over th...
Wits Planetarium - Braamfontein, Johannesburg
The Wits Planetarium (formally Johannesburg Planetarium), located at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits University) in Braamfontein, is one of South Africa's oldest and most iconic educational institutions dedicated to astronomy and space science. Opened in 1960, it was the first full-size...
Joubert Park - Johannesburg, Gauteng
Joubert Park is one of Johannesburg's oldest and most historically significant public parks, situated in the central business district (CBD) of the city. Established in 1906, it was originally designed as a green space for the growing urban population. Over the years, the park has played a key ro...