Auckland Park, Johannesburg
Just north-west of Johannesburg's CBD, Auckland Park lies on a gentle slope, the homes here gentrified and the neighbourhood a vibrant hum.
The suburb known as Auckland Park is one of few this close to the centre of Johannesburg to survive the exodus of Jo'burgers to the northern suburbs and it's no surprise given the wealth of beautiful architecture here.
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Auckland Park housed some of the city's first residents and ambling along Chislehurst Avenue to admire some of the homes in the suburb may not be one of the tourist attractions advertised in local travel guides, but well worth the detour.
Auckland Park at the turn of the century was literally ‘in the country' relative to the city. Victorian gentry, who had made South Africa their home, would have had weekend homes here. They also had a boating lake, where the Country Club is today, and a horse racing track, where the University of Johannesburg (formerly RAU) is.
The suburb was laid out by a New Zealander called John Landau, who, because he saw obvious similarities between this and his native home, called it Auckland Park. Street names are all places along the Thames - Richmond, Twickenham, Ditton, Kingston etc. Today Auckland Park is a true mix of nationalities and cultures and its inhabitants enjoy a vibrant lifestyle. The suburb is also well known as the home of the SABC - the monolith sits on Henley and Artillery Road, and many employees live around here.
Bohemian and terribly trendy Melville is just around the corner from Auckland Park and a superb way to spend your evenings, if not your lunch time activities. This wonderful village within the city of Johannesburg has a real buzz, and restaurants, eccentric boutiques and sidewalks filled with tables is the norm.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Sunbury Bed & Breakfast
Sunbury Bed & Breakfast is located in the friendly, beautiful neighbourhood of Melville, Auckland Park. The accommodation is in close proximity t...
Twickenham Guest House
Set in an English country garden with a gazebo and conservatory for guests' relaxation, the gracious Twickenham Guest House offers superb accommo...
Grand View B&B
Uniquely positioned on the highest point of Johannesburg, with panoramic views over the city, Grand View B&B provides an enclave of solitude and ...
The Country Club
Located in the secluded greenery of The Club's Auckland Park grounds, the Dormy House is a tranquil and historic boutique hotel conveniently set ...
Melvilla Guesthouse
Melvilla Guesthouse offers accommodation in Auckland Park. From here you are close to local shops, restaurants, the city centre, major transport ...
Things to do in the area
Guided tour of the SABC
The SABC (South African Broadcasting Corporation) complex is a treasure trove of exciting places for visitors - both those visiting for the first...
Lindfield Victorian House Museum
The Lindfield Victorian House Museum is a living museum with the owner, Katharine Love, living in the house as well as overseeing the day-to-day ...
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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