Observatory Ridge, Johannesburg

Name: Observatory Ridge
Address: Johannesburg, South Africa

#116 among attractions in Johannesburg

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Observatory Ridge is the highest point in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is 1,808 metres above sea level. It is in the suburb of Observatory. ()

Coordinates: 26°11'5"S, 28°4'40"E

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Johannesburg Inner City (Bezuidenhout Valley)Johannesburg South Africa

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Observatory Ridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ellis Park Stadium, Doornfontein Synagogue, Yeoville Water Tower, Union Observatory.

1.4 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg
36 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...
1.4 miSW
Synagogue
Doornfontein Synagogue, Johannesburg
36 min walk • The Doornfontein Synagogue or Lions Synagogue is the oldest synagogue still in use in Johannesburg, South Africa. The synagogue is located at 120 Siemert Road, New Doornfontein, two blocks from Ellis Park Stadium.
0.9 miW
Tower
Yeoville Water Tower, Johannesburg
23 min walk • 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.
~1190 ftW
Observatories and planetariums
Union Observatory, Johannesburg
6 min walk • Union Observatory also known as Johannesburg Observatory is a defunct astronomical observatory in Johannesburg, South Africa that was operated between 1903 and 1971. It is located on Observatory Ridge, the city's highest point at 1,808 metres altitude in the suburb Observatory.
1.1 miSW
Sport venue, Sport
Ellis Park Arena, Johannesburg
29 min walk • The Ellis Park Arena is an indoor sporting arena located in Johannesburg, South Africa. The capacity of the arena is 5,000 people. A large number of sports events and concerts have occurred in this arena.
1.1 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Johannesburg Stadium, Johannesburg
29 min walk • Johannesburg Stadium is a stadium, in the Doornfontein suburb of Johannesburg, Gauteng Province, South Africa. The stadium has a sweeping roof and can accommodate 37,500 people.
0.7 miNE
Neighbourhood
Observatory, Johannesburg
17 min walk • Observatory is a Suburb in Johannesburg's east and is located in Region E of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; it borders the suburbs of Houghton Estate, Cyrildene, Linksfield, Bellevue, Bellevue East and Dewetshof.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Observatory Ridge?

Nearby attractions include Union Observatory, Johannesburg (6 min walk), Observatory, Johannesburg (17 min walk), Yeoville Water Tower, Johannesburg (23 min walk).

How to get to Observatory Ridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Observatory Ridge:

Bus

BRT Bus Station (25 min walk)
Ellis Park East Bus Station • Lines: C1, T1 (27 min walk)

Train

Ellis Park (39 min walk)

Observatory Ridge, Johannesburg

Facts and practical information

Observatory Ridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg

Doornfontein Synagogue, Johannesburg

Yeoville Water Tower, Johannesburg

Union Observatory, Johannesburg

Ellis Park Arena, Johannesburg

Johannesburg Stadium, Johannesburg

Observatory, Johannesburg

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Observatory Ridge?

How to get to Observatory Ridge by public transport?