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Largest city in South Africa
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Johannesburg (also Jo'burg, Egoli or Jozi) is a large metropolis and South Africa's largest city. Once regarded as South Africa's crime capital in the turbulent nineties, the city has shaken off that reputation led by its youthful exuberant population and a growing black middle class, not to mention the omnipresent soundtrack of Amapiano and house music.
the central districts of Johannesburg, including the tourist areas of Braamfontein, Maboneng, Newtown and Fordsburg
including Rosebank, Randburg, and other northern suburbs
built as a dormitory town for Black Africans who worked in white houses, factories, and industries, parts of Soweto are now home to the growing Black middle class
Alberton, Rosettenville, Brackendowns and Turfontein
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Its red buses operate in Johannesburg. A very safe and convenient way to see the inner city.
Offers well-regarded tours of the inner city of Johannesburg, and often recommended as the best way to visit Hillbrow. The company is located in the Ponte Tower and also offers tours of this building, which has a highly unusual history.
The Johannesburg Heritage Foundation runs very interesting tours of historic sites in Johannesburg most weekends, including walking tours and visits to buildings. This is a great way to get off the tourist track and meet locals, and can also provide a way to safely visit locations in the inner city. Tours are advertised on the Foundation's website and social media.
By plane
Terminal A is for international flights, and B domestic. When flying out some international flights may have their check-in in Terminal B, but will still leave from Terminal A.
By train
Johannesburg is South Africa's hub for rail travel. While the national network is rather small, there are extensive rail services from nearby cities within the Gauteng region.
By bus
Long-distance buses arrive at Park Station or at the new Johannesburg International Transport Interchange, located a few blocks west of Park station.
Car rental
Renting a car is your best option if you are a confident driver, as the city's public transport is very, very limited.
By bus
Public transport in Johannesburg is provided by city buses and informal minibus services.
By taxi or ride share
It is commonly recommended that foreigners use ride sharing services to travel around Johannesburg.
By train
Metrorail Gauteng runs an extensive commuter train network with stations in most districts, however trains are often crowded and have a reputation of being unsafe.
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