Johannesburg, South Africa
Transportation to Johannesburg
Description
The name Soweto was first used in 1963 to describe the groups of townships to the south west of Johannesburg and is an acronym for South Western Townships. These townships were originally established after an outbreak of bubonic plague in the inner city slums of Johannesburg in 1904, but under the apartheid government, many black South Africans were forcefully relocated from the city and its suburbs to Soweto and other townships.
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Accommodations in Johannesburg
Top Things to Do in Johannesburg
Popular Tours in Johannesburg
Private Tour: 4-Day Chalet Kruger Park Safari from Johannesburg
Spend your days traversing the park in search of the Big 5 and all the other species Kruger has to offer and evenings are spent around a camp fire. Read More
Full-Day Pilanesburg Nature Reserve Tour
Come and experience the wonders of the Pilanesaberg Nature reserve in an open 4x4 Safari vehicle on this 10-hour tour. Have the opportunity to view the big 5... Read More
3-Day Guided Hike in the Drakensberg Mountains from Johannesburg
Spend 3 days and 2 nights hiking in the majestic Drakensberg mountains. This 5-star camping experience includes all camping equipment, food on the mountain,... Read More
Private Airport Transfers Between OR Tambo Airport and Johannesburg
If safety, security, comfort and peace of mind are you priority then this is one of the best private airport transfers to choose when you need ground... Read More
Lion Park Half-Day Tour from Johannesburg
Visit the Lion Park at the heart of Johannesburg just a 40 minute drive from Sandton in Johannesburg where you will have a date with lions who like to live in... Read More
Soweto Bicycle Day Tour from Sandton
With a population of over 2 million, the biggest black urban settlement in Africa with a rich political history. Soweto was the centre of political campaigns... Read More
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Johannesburg Travel Tips & Reviews
Mar 4, 2016
A lively bustling city with so many facets. There's more to Johannesburg than the rampant insecurity everyone talks about. For a good way to see it comprehensively, check out City Sightseeing Joburg.
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Cost of Living in Johannesburg
Daily Budget: USD
34 - 48
Weekly Budget: USD
234 - 332
| Item Description | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| Fast Food Meal |
USD
3.50
|
| Cheap Local Restaurant Meal |
USD
7.50
|
| Mid-range Restaurant Meal |
USD
14.00
|
| Item Description | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| Coffee at a Cafe |
USD
1.50
|
| Beer at a Bar |
USD
1.50
|
| Bottle of Wine from a Market |
USD
4.00
|
| Ticket to a Movie |
USD
5.00
|
| Ticket on Public Transportation |
USD
1.00
|
| Taxi (1km) |
USD
0.50
|
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Houghton Estate Weather: Average Temperature
| °F | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| High | 82 | 78 | 76 | 75 | 65 | 66 | 75 | 77 | 82 | 79 | 81 | 83 |
| Low | 61 | 58 | 53 | 47 | 38 | 40 | 45 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 60 | 61 |
| °C | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| High | 28 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 18 | 19 | 24 | 25 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| Low | 16 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 16 | 17 |
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