Things to Do in Sandton, Johannesburg

An affluent suburb and business center, housing the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, the largest in Africa. It also features the largest shopping center in South Africa.

Walter Sisulu Botanical GardensBotanical Garden
Artistry JHBLounge
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Top things to do in Sandton

Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens
★ 4.7 · 17.3k
Botanical Garden
Serene natural area with picnic areas, birdwatching & trails amid indigenous plants & wildlife.
Every day
8 AM – 5 PM
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ReadMatter Online Secondhand Bookstore (Online Only)
★ 5.0 · 324
Bookstore
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4 Ways Farmers Market
★ 4.4 · 10.5k
Market
Open-air weekend market featuring live bands, gourmet foods stalls, cocktails & artisanal goods.
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CUM Books - Greenstone
★ 4.6 · 279
Record Store
Mon–Thu
9 AM – 7 PM
Fri
9 AM – 8 PM
Sat
9 AM – 6 PM
Sun
9 AM – 5 PM
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Bryanston Market
★ 4.3 · 2.1k
Market
Eco-conscious market with various stalls offering organic foods, plus natural goods & handicrafts.
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The Linden Market
★ 4.5 · 549
Market
A quarterly outdoor market held at the Emmerentia Botanical Gardens in Johannesburg, featuring local makers.
Mon–Fri
8 AM – 5 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Bookdealers of Rivonia
★ 4.6 · 137
Bookstore
Every day
9 AM – 5 PM
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Picnic and Thrift
Market
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Where to eat & drink in Sandton

Artistry JHB
★ 4.6 · 797
Lounge· R 200–600
A restaurant and lounge in Sandton with an exhibition space, known for its creative menu, large cocktail selection, and outdoor section.
Every day
7 AM – 9 PM
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The Bigmouth Sushi & Grill
★ 4.6 · 4.3k
Asian Fusion· R 300–800
Mon
11 AM – 9 PM
Tue–Fri
11 AM – 9:45 PM
Sat
11 AM – 9:45 PM
Sun
11 AM – 9 PM
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tashas Morningside
★ 4.4 · 2.0k
Café & Bakery· R 200–300
Mon–Fri
7:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat
7:30 AM – 6 PM
Sun
8 AM – 4 PM
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Signature Restaurant
★ 4.6 · 1.9k
Fine Dining· R 1,000+
Contemporary and elegant eatery, with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering eclectic fine dining.
Mon–Fri
12 PM – 12 AM
Sat
12 PM – 12 AM
Sun
12 PM – 10 PM
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Old Ducky French Cafe
★ 4.6 · 1.1k
French· R 200–300
Mon–Tue
9 AM – 5 PM
Wed–Fri
9 AM – 9 PM
Sat
9 AM – 9 PM
Sun
9 AM – 4 PM
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THE LOCAL KITCHEN CO
★ 4.5 · 1.4k
Restaurant· R 200–300
Mon–Fri
10:30 AM – 11 PM
Sat
8 AM – 11 PM
Sun
8 AM – 6 PM
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The Higher Ground Restaurant
★ 4.4 · 2.1k
Restaurant· R 200–300
Set in landscaped college grounds, this modern Mediterranean restaurant offers panoramic city views.
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AURUM Restaurant
★ 4.4 · 2.1k
Restaurant
Every day
12 PM – 10 PM
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