The Johannesburg Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in South Africa and they pride themselves on being actively involved in conservation efforts across Africa. They are also the only zoo in Africa to be involved in international breeding programs. There is also a new playground at the Zoo. 

Hashtag Escape is great new room escape adventure game, and suited for the older kids. You and your team consisting of 3-7 friends get locked in a room and you have 1 hour to solve all the puzzles and secrets hidden inside so you can escape the room. There are 3 rooms available to choose from, each offering a very different experience. If you’re wanting to experience something exciting and unique, see if you have what it takes to escape! 

Gold Reef City is a family destination. The main attraction is the themed amusement park built on the site of an old gold mine which is suited for all ages. A mere 8km from the Johannesburg CBD, Gold Reef City has 11 different rides and if amusement parks aren’t your thing, there is a casino, movies, The Lyric Theatre, restaurants, museum and a world-class hotel.

Tip: Non rider adults get cheaper tickets.

For great family entertainment in Johannesburg, come and experience the wonder of the Montecasino Bird Gardens. Here in our wildlife and bird park you can wander along enchanted walkways within magnificent gardens and marvel at a variety of colourful birds, mammals, reptiles and unusual animals from around the world. In our walk-through Aviary, you'll find over 60 species of birds including Scarlet Ibises, and Nicobar pigeons, reptiles and small mammals, with smaller antelope wandering freely in the undergrowth.

The Johannesburg Planetarium is owned by the University of Witwatersrand (Wits) and is located on Wits’ East Campus in Braamfontein. It was the second full-sized planetarium in the southern hemisphere and the first in Africa. The planetarium have a great programme filled with educational shows for kids and adults alike. Learn a thing or two as you explore space and the stars.