Gandhi Square, Johannesburg

Name: Gandhi Square
Address: New Street between Rissik Street and Eloff Street, Johannesburg, South Africa
Telephone: +27 74 717 8898

#39 among attractions in Johannesburg

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Gandhi Square is a plaza located in the Central Business District of Johannesburg, South Africa. It is named after the political activist and pacifist, Mahatma Gandhi. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 26°12'24"S, 28°2'36"E

Address

New Street between Rissik Street and Eloff StreetJohannesburg Inner City (Marshalls Town)Johannesburg South Africa

Contact

+27 74 717 8898

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Gandhi Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Carlton Centre, Ellis Park Stadium, Market Theatre, Johannesburg Art Gallery.

~1210 ftE
Towering building with observation deck
Carlton Centre, Johannesburg
6 min walk • Rising above the bustling cityscape of Johannesburg, the Carlton Centre stands as a towering beacon of commerce and entertainment in the heart of one of South Africa's most vibrant cities. This shopping centre, known affectionately as the 'Top of Africa', is not just a...
1.3 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg
33 min walk • Ellis Park Stadium, an iconic sports venue nestled in the heart of Johannesburg, South Africa, stands as a testament to the nation's deep passion for sports, particularly rugby. This venerable stadium, with a seating capacity of approximately 62,000, has been a focal...
0.8 miNW
Shopping, Theater, Market
Market Theatre, Johannesburg
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Johannesburg, the Market Theatre stands as a beacon of cultural significance and a testament to South African history. Established in 1976, this theatre has become synonymous with thought-provoking drama and artistic expression in a country once...
0.7 miN
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Johannesburg Art Gallery, Johannesburg
19 min walk • The Johannesburg Art Gallery, nestled in the bustling heart of Johannesburg, South Africa, stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic expression. This premier art museum, often referred to as JAG, houses an impressive collection that spans seven centuries...
0.6 miW
Museum, Specialty museum, Beer tastings and tours
SAB World of Beer, Johannesburg
16 min walk • SAB World of Beer was a museum of beer, and conference venue operated by South African Breweries; it was located in Newtown, Johannesburg, South Africa. The museum hosted nearly 50,000 visitors a year, before closing in September 2019.
0.4 miNW
Mosque
Kerk Street Mosque, Johannesburg
11 min walk • The Kerk Street Mosque, also known as the Jumah Mosque, is located in Johannesburg, South Africa. The mosque, situated on stand 788, is one of the oldest mosques and places of worship in Johannesburg.
1.2 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Joburg Theatre, Johannesburg
30 min walk • Joburg Theatre Complex, previously known as the Johannesburg Civic Theatre, is a group of four theatres situated in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, South Africa.
~1140 ftN
Nature, Cliff, Natural attraction
Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
6 min walk • The Witwatersrand is a 56-kilometre-long, north-facing scarp in South Africa. It consists of a hard, erosion-resistant quartzite metamorphic rock, over which several north-flowing rivers form waterfalls, which account for the name Witwatersrand, meaning "ridge of white waters" in Afrikaans.
0.4 miNE
Coworking space, Tower
Marble Towers, Johannesburg
11 min walk • The Marble Towers is a skyscraper in the Central Business District of Johannesburg, South Africa. It was built in 1973 and is 32 storeys tall. The building has an eight-storey parking garage attached to it. The structure is made out of a mixture of concrete and marble.
0.5 miN
Church
St Mary's Cathedral, Johannesburg
13 min walk • Saint Mary's Cathedral, officially the Cathedral Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, is the cathedral of the Anglican Diocese of Johannesburg, South Africa. In late 2015 Xolani Dlwati was appointed as the current dean.
~1690 ftNW
Library
Johannesburg City Library, Johannesburg
9 min walk • The Johannesburg City Library is situated in the central business district of the City of Johannesburg. The Library is located in an Italianate building designed by John Perry which first opened in 1935.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gandhi Square?

Nearby attractions include Statue of Mahatma Gandhi, Johannesburg (1 min walk), Rand Club, Johannesburg (4 min walk), Commissioner Street, Johannesburg (6 min walk), Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (6 min walk).

How to get to Gandhi Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gandhi Square:

Bus

Gandhi Sq Metrobus terminal (1 min walk)
Library Gardens Bus Station (3 min walk)

Train

Faraday (10 min walk)
Johannesburg Park Station (16 min walk)