Highveld, Johannesburg

Name: Highveld
Address: Johannesburg, South Africa

#87 among attractions in Johannesburg

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The Highveld is the portion of the South African inland plateau which has an altitude above roughly 1500 m, but below 2100 m, thus excluding the Lesotho mountain regions to the south-east of the Highveld. It is home to some of the country's most important commercial farming areas, as well as its largest concentration of metropolitan centres, especially the Gauteng conurbation, which accommodates one-third of South Africa's population. ()

Local name: Hoëveld Area: 154440.59 mi²Coordinates: 26°12'13"S, 28°2'43"E

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Johannesburg Inner City (Downtown Johannesburg)Johannesburg South Africa

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Highveld – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Carlton Centre, Ellis Park Stadium, Market Theatre, Fire Walker.

~1230 ftSE
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 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg
27 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 miW
Shopping, Theater, Market
Market Theatre, Johannesburg
21 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...
0.5 miNW
Monuments and statues
Fire Walker, Johannesburg
14 min walk • In the bustling heart of Johannesburg, South Africa, an evocative piece of public art captures the spirit of the city and celebrates its people. Known as the "Fire Walker," this striking sculpture stands as a testament to the everyday heroes of Johannesburg.
0.5 miN
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Johannesburg Art Gallery, Johannesburg
12 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...
0.7 miW
Museum, Specialty museum, Beer tastings and tours
SAB World of Beer, Johannesburg
19 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.
0.5 miW
Mosque
Kerk Street Mosque, Johannesburg
12 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 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Joburg Theatre, Johannesburg
26 min walk • Joburg Theatre Complex, previously known as the Johannesburg Civic Theatre, is a group of four theatres situated in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, South Africa.
~1310 ftSW
Historic walking areas, Square
Gandhi Square, Johannesburg
7 min walk • 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.
~820 ftW
Nature, Cliff, Natural attraction
Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
4 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.
~970 ftNE
Coworking space, Tower
Marble Towers, Johannesburg
5 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.

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Which popular attractions are close to Highveld?

Nearby attractions include Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (4 min walk), Marble Towers, Johannesburg (5 min walk), Carlton Centre, Johannesburg (6 min walk), Statue of Mahatma Gandhi, Johannesburg (7 min walk).

How to get to Highveld by public transport?

The nearest stations to Highveld:

Bus

Carlton Bus Station • Lines: C1, T1 (6 min walk)
Library Gardens Bus Station • Lines: T1, T2, T3 (6 min walk)

Train

Johannesburg Park Station (12 min walk)
Faraday (15 min walk)