Westcliff, Johannesburg
Westcliff lies almost cheek-by-jowl with Parkview and Houghton and benefits from lying close to major arterial roads. You might be in one of the country’s most notoriously busy cities, but in Westcliff things slow to a more sedate pace.
The Killarney Mall, mall of Rosebank and the lovely village of Parkhurst, with its pavement coffee shops and restaurants and distinct element of street life, are all close enough to reach quickly and provide hours of entertainment. You’re also moments from the Zoo.
Westcliff is one of Johannesburg’s most gracious older suburbs. It sits on a bend on the M1, a mere 10 minutes from Johannesburg’s vibrant city centre. Westcliff is home to a smattering of highly prized historic Sir Herbert Baker homes on large properties with established gardens and its broad streets are lined with aged, large and lovely trees.
The colourful suburb of Braamfontein, linked to Newtown by the now famous Nelson Mandela Bridge, is easily accessed. It is regarded as a gateway to the city centre revival that includes the Market Theatre, now transformed into a safe and attractive part of the city.
The Oriental Plaza, just around the corner from Newtown en route to the University of Johannesburg, is worth a visit too. It teems with colour and the smell of incense. Get ready to barter your way to the price that you deem worthy of paying for your purchase.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Villa Simonne Guest Lodge
Villa Simonne's individually themed suites find their inspiration in the history and character of the most enchanting cities in the world. From P...
Lanseria Country Estate
Lanseria Country Estate offers country-style accommodation three kilometres from Lanseria Airport. Enjoy a full continental breakfast with warm p...
Thornton Gap Guesthouse
Thornton Gap Guesthouse offers luxury accommodation in the lovely suburb of Westdene, Johannesburg. Each one of our rooms has DStv with Smart tel...
The Country Cottage
The Country Cottageis ideally situated in Bedfordview, Johannesburg. Accommodation is offered is rooms that are en-suite, tastefully furnished an...
Sandton Sky 514
Sandton Sky 514 has one bedroom furnished with a double bed. The fully equipped kitchen has everything needed for self-catering. The lounge area ...
Tequesta 25
Tequesta 25 is situated in Paulshof offering self catering accommodation in Sandton for two adults and a child. The apartment is conveniently loc...
Glen Gory Manor Guest House
Glen Gory Manor is situated in Benoni, 20 minutes from OR Tambo Airport, offering accommodation in tastefully decorated and well-equipped superio...
Sandton Gateway
Sandton Gateway can accommodate up to four adults and one child. The main bedroom is furnished with a Queen-size bed, while the second bedroom is...
Boksburg Homes Guest House
Boksburg Homes is centrally located in Boksburg in the Parkrand Security Village. The Boksburg Homes complex boasts 24 hour security with patrol ...
Things to do in the area
44 Stanley
This is a breath of fresh air when it comes to shopping. No artificial lighting and busy shopping malls at the 44 Stanely Avenue Precinct in Joha...
Explore the Jo-burg Zoo
Of interest to visitors to Johannesburg, the Johannesburg Zoo was established in 1904 and has traditionally been owned and operated by the City o...
27 Boxes Night Market
On the doorstep of some of the finest Johannesburg accommodation options (and a little further afield from others) is the vibrant suburb of Melvi...
Noteworthy attractions
Crown Mines Golf Club
South Africa is famous for its gold, and Crown Mines Golf Club is built in genuine mining country, just a few kilometres southeast of central Joh...
Observatory Golf Club
Observatory Golf Course is one of the less well known Johannesburg courses, but just as good as many of its more famous neighbors. A sophisticate...
Randpark Golf Club
With two very distinct but different golf courses, Randpark offers golfers of varying ability an unforgettable experience on two of the finest an...
Royal Johannesburg Golf Club
The World Atlas of Golf, which lists the great courses and how they are played, features just two South African clubs on its hallowed pages. One ...
OR Tambo International Airport
Formerly officially known as Johannesburg International Airport, the OR Tambo International Airport is a large airport near the city of Johannesb...
East Rand Flea Market
Just outside Johannesburg in Boksburg, the East Rand Flea Market lies right next to the East Rand Mall, and as a result, is open just about all w...
East Rand Mall
The popular East Rand Mall takes full advantage of the prime position of this area and offers a variety of restaurants, boutiques, chain stores a...
Absa Money Museum
Home to the largest collection of money used in South Africa’s past in the world, Absa Money Museum lies in downtown Johannesburg on Troye Street...
Apartheid Museum
The Apartheid Museum is the story of the triumph of the human spirit over adversity. Beginning in 1948, the white elected National Party governme...
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