Doornfontein Synagogue, Johannesburg

#75 among attractions in Johannesburg

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The Doornfontein Synagogue or Lions Synagogue is the oldest synagogue still in use in Johannesburg, South Africa. ()

Coordinates: 26°11'39"S, 28°3'30"E

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Johannesburg Inner City (New Doornfontein)Johannesburg South Africa

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Doornfontein Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Carlton Centre, Constitution Hill, Ellis Park Stadium, Pullinger Kop.

1.1 miSW
Towering building with observation deck
Carlton Centre, Johannesburg
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1 miW
Forts and castles, Historical place
Constitution Hill, Johannesburg
27 min walk • Constitution Hill, situated in the heart of Johannesburg, South Africa, is a prominent historical site that bears the weight of South Africa's tumultuous past while also symbolizing its commitment to a democratic future.
~1520 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg
8 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...
0.4 miNW
Museum, History museum
Pullinger Kop, Johannesburg
10 min walk • Pullinger Kop, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Johannesburg, South Africa, is a site rich in history and natural beauty. This distinctive rocky outcrop stands as a sentinel over the city's northern suburbs, offering a unique vista of the urban landscape below.
0.7 miW
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...
1.2 miW
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.
1.2 miSW
Nature, Cliff, Natural attraction
Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
30 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.
0.9 miSW
Coworking space, Tower
Marble Towers, Johannesburg
22 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.
0.9 miSW
Church
St Mary's Cathedral, Johannesburg
24 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.
0.8 miW
Church
Church of Peace, Johannesburg
21 min walk • The Friedenskirche or Church of Peace is situated at 30, Edith Cavell Street, Johannesburg, South Africa. It was built in 1912 and houses the Evangelical Lutheran Congregation of Johannesburg which was established in 1888 as the Deutsch-Evangelische Gemeinde zu Johannesburg.
0.4 miW
Church
Greek Orthodox Church, Johannesburg
12 min walk • The Greek Orthodox church in Joubert Park, Johannesburg, is a historical Greek Orthodox Church designed by architect Hermann Kallenbach, and built in 1912. The building is also known as the Cathedral of Saints Constantine and Helen. It is a SAHRA protected site.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Doornfontein Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Ponte City Apartments, Johannesburg (7 min walk), Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg (8 min walk), Pullinger Kop, Johannesburg (10 min walk), Greek Orthodox Church, Johannesburg (12 min walk).

How to get to Doornfontein Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Doornfontein Synagogue:

Bus

Doornfontein Campus Bus Station • Lines: T1 (7 min walk)
Ellis Park North Bus Station • Lines: T1 (8 min walk)

Train

Ellis Park (9 min walk)
Doornfontein (9 min walk)