Yeoville Water Tower, Johannesburg

Name: Yeoville Water Tower
Address: Johannesburg, South Africa

#93 among attractions in Johannesburg

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The Yeoville Water Tower is located in Harley and Percy Streets, Yeoville, near the fountain of Doornfontein; it was built in 1914 by the Sivewright's Johannesburg Waterworks, Estate and Exploration company. It was constructed with a reservoir to supply piped water to Johannesburg. ()

Coordinates: 26°11'13"S, 28°3'49"E

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Johannesburg Inner City (Yeoville)Johannesburg South Africa

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Yeoville Water Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ellis Park Stadium, Pullinger Kop, Johannesburg Art Gallery, Marble Towers.

0.8 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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Museum, History museum
Pullinger Kop, Johannesburg
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1.2 miSW
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Johannesburg Art Gallery, Johannesburg
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1.4 miSW
Coworking space, Tower
Marble Towers, Johannesburg
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Church
St Mary's Cathedral, Johannesburg
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1.2 miSW
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Church of Peace, Johannesburg
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1.1 miNW
Park
The Wilds, Johannesburg
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1.6 miNW
Botanical garden, Park
Brenthurst Gardens, Johannesburg
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0.6 miSW
Synagogue
Doornfontein Synagogue, Johannesburg
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0.9 miSW
Church
Greek Orthodox Church, Johannesburg
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0.9 miW
Tower
Hillbrow Tower, Johannesburg
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Yeoville Water Tower?

Nearby attractions include Ponte City Apartments, Johannesburg (13 min walk), Doornfontein Synagogue, Johannesburg (16 min walk), Union Observatory, Johannesburg (18 min walk), Pullinger Kop, Johannesburg (19 min walk).

How to get to Yeoville Water Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Yeoville Water Tower:

Bus

Ellis Park North Bus Station • Lines: T1 (9 min walk)
Ellis Park East Bus Station • Lines: C1, T1 (15 min walk)

Train

Ellis Park (23 min walk)
Doornfontein (24 min walk)