  Shopping in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa:
Johannesburg is any shoppers dream destination! There is something here for
everyone. No matter what you looking for, you will always find it in a Johannesburg
shopping mall. Johannesburg is well known for its superb shopping facilities and shopping
is one thing that no other city in the country can offer like Johannesburg does. From the
upmarket Sandton Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square to the fun Oriental Plaza and
not to be missed Rosebank Flea Market, Johannesburg is definitely a shopper's paradise.
Johannesburg shopping malls offer superior quality merchandise, entertainment and are
unique lifestyle destinations.
Towards the South of the city you will find The Southgate Mall, The Glen and the
Dobsonville Shopping Centre. The Southgate Mall is one of South Africa's top 10 malls in
terms of size and has long served the nearby township of Soweto. Southgate has the largest
complement of furniture stores in the region. Dobsonville Shopping Centre is the first
major shopping complex in Soweto and is seen as a symbol of economic development in the
area.
Towards the East of the city you will find the Eastgate Mall. This mall is ideally
situated within easy distance of the Johannesburg International Airport and the
Johannesburg city centre. It houses over 250 stores full of exciting goodies.
 Then we go North. Here you
will find the Cresta, Fourways Crossing, Fourways Mall, Hyde Park Corner, Killarney Mall,
Melrose Arch, Montecasino, Nelson Mandela Square, Northgate, Sandton City, The Mall of
Rosebank and Village Walk.
Cresta Mall is one of Jo'burgs largest shopping complexes, boasting a diversity of stores
ranging from supermarkets and clothing to cozy coffee shops and movie theatres. The Hyde
Park Corner was completed in November 1969, and was one of the first fully enclosed
decentralized shopping centres developed in South Africa. Situated in the heart of the
northern suburbs, Hyde Park Corner boasts 130 top-quality speciality stores, many of which
are international brands.
Killarney Mall is one of Johannesburg's most established shopping centres and was the
first shopping centre to be opened in the city in 1961. this fantastic mall is known as
the city's best-kept secrets. Its unpretentious yet posh, ultra-stylish yet under-stated
and modern. For those who enjoy late night shopping then visit the Montecasino. Late-night
shopping is a unique feature and clothing, jewellery and African curios are the most
popular products. There is plenty of entertainment, including cinemas, a theatre as well
as a casino.
 Nelson Mandela
Square is also truly spectacular. From designer boutiques and world-class cuisine to
local curios and cozy coffee shops, this square encapsulates a lifestyle that takes good
taste to new levels. One can take in a show at the Liberty Theatre on the Square, cast
your eye across works of art in one of the galleries or simply sit back and enjoy a meal
at one of many renowned restaurants. Sandton City is one of those malls where one just
cannot resist spending. Its absolutely superb, beautifully decorated, well designed and is
one of Johannesburg's most upmarket malls. When you happen to visit Johannesburg, do not
miss visiting this grand mall.
To the West of the city you will find the Clearwater Mall, and Westgate. Both offer a
diverse shopping and entertainment experience. Lastly, we hit the city centre. Here you
will find the Oriental Plaza and Carlton Centre. The Oriental Plaza is known for its
exotic variety of fabrics sold at discount prices. Carlton Centre is in the city's
towering 50-storey skyscraper known as one of the most popular landmarks in Johannesburg.
In Johannesburg one can truly experience a fabulous shopping escapade. All malls are
uniquely designed and beautifully decorated. With so many shops and malls to choose from,
where will you go first? |
