Sandton Central, Sandton
Sandton Central in Johannesburg means different things to different people. Shopaholics know the mall and centres, and their endless boutiques, labels and chain stores. Foodies head here to visit some of the top restaurants in Gauteng and the country. Travellers love seeing the many tourist attractions, including a massive bronze statue of the late South African President, Nelson Mandela.
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Businessmen and –women frequent Sandton, as it is the commercial epicentre of South Africa. It is multifaceted, vibrant, and always abuzz with the comings and goings of a cosmopolitan mix of locals and tourists. In the heart of all of this is the Sandton Central Management District.
More than being an administrative centre, Sandton Central is the meeting place of Louis Vuitton and traditional koeksisters. It is where you can dig into a flame-grilled steak while enjoying the plush opulence of genuine leather accessories; admire the cut and clarity of massive South African diamonds while admiring the beadwork of local crafters. There is a little of everything for everyone.
Hungry visitors have more than 50 restaurants and eateries from which to choose. These range from well-known family-friendly franchises to cosmopolitan treasures that offer top-notch cuisine and South African delicacies. Whether you’re after the finest nuts in Africa, the most indulgent chocolates, or just a really great cup of coffee, Sandton Central is the place to find it.
Sandton Central is also home to Sandton City – a bustling mall with almost 300 shops and restaurants. Glitz, glamour, and credit cards are the orders of the day at this shopping Mecca. Nelson Mandela Square, perched on the doorstep of Sandton City, also boasts dozens of boutiques and exclusive restaurants, and is home to the bronze statue of Nelson Mandela, which stands at an impressive six metres high.
In terms of entertainment, there is no shortage here. There are art galleries, health and beauty salons, theatres, cinemas, and fitness centres. For business-related travel, Sandton Central is also home to a number of world-class meeting and conference facilities, as well as a host of excellent hotels.
There is a Gautrain station at Sandton Central. From here, travellers can take this high-speed train to Centurion, Pretoria, Rosebank, and the OR Tambo International Airport. It is clean, efficient, safe and fast.
Sandton Central is made up of three improvement districts
1. The Sandton City and Convention Centre Improvement District (SCMD)
2. The Sandton Business Improvement District (SBID)
3. The Wierda Valley Management District
The goal of the management district is to create a clean, safe Sandton for everyone to enjoy; as well as to handle the branding and marketing of this hub of commercial and retail activity.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Six Valk Avenue Guest House
Situated in Fourways, Six Valk Avenue Guest House offers accommodation within easy reach of many attractions and activities. It is ideal for coup...
Grace Guest House
Grace Guest house is a beautiful thatched residence in Bryanston, located on one and a half acres of peaceful garden, where guests can relax and ...
Cube Two Bed Standard Apartments
Unwind in luxury in Cube 2 Bed Apartments, our modern, open-plan apartments that are equipped with all amenities and fully furnished to make your...
Melrose Hideout
Melrose Hideout is a guest house located 2.4km from Sandton City Mall and offers bed & breakfast accommodation in a central location. Melrose Hid...
Foxwood House
Foxwood House offers accommodation in luxurious garden suites, a theatre and a private restaurant are only a few features that sets Foxwood House...
Maison de Ky Guesthouse
Maison de Ky Guesthouse offers bed and breakfast or self-catering accommodation in Sandton with easy access to all main freeways across Johannesb...
Waterfall Cottages
Set in a large, tranquil garden, these comfortable spacious open-plan cottages offer homely accommodation. Set apart from the main house with the...
Guest House Oaktree
So glad you found us, total privacy, private entrance and patio in a garden setting, a little paradise in the heart of Fourways. Ideal for busine...
Aquanzi Lodge
Situated in the north of Johannesburg superbly set in an indigenous garden between aloes and acacia trees, Aquanzi Lodge offers guests comfortabl...
Things to do in the area
Diamond Walk
The Diamond Walk in Sandton is arguably the glitziest shopping experience in Johannesburg. Sandton is known for its international labels, exclusi...
Geldhof Chocolatier
If you are looking for a special gift for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or an anniversary, Geldhof Chocolatier’s specialist chocolate stores cate...
Noteworthy attractions
Bryanston Golf Course
The cover is cynodon, which is a strain of bent grass. Another feature of the Bryanston Golf course is the abundance of water hazards and it's po...
Dainfern Golf Course
Dainfern Country Club golf course is a bold and beautiful Gary Player design. There are big, undulating greens, plenty of interesting water holes...
Houghton Golf Club
Centrally situated in Johannesburg's wealthy suburb of the same name, the Houghton Golf course has hosted no fewer than eight South African Opens...
Killarney Country Club
The challenging and lovely Killarney golf course was developed and is owned by the old Transvaal Automobile Club. Originally situated in Killarne...
Parkview Golf Club
The par 72, 18-hole Parkview Golf course features bent grass greens and kikuyu fairways and is beautifully laid out in a quiet, well-established ...
River Club Golf Course
Situated in Sandton in Johannesburg, the River Club Golf Course not only scored highest for conditioning, but has some of the best finishing hole...
Wanderers Golf Club
Lying alongside the famous Wanderers cricket stadium, the scenic 18-hole Wanderers Golf Course is centrally located and plays 6 274 metres long, ...
Johannesburg Country Club
The country club Johannesburg is one of Africa's finest golfing facilities, with two championship courses on a large piece of ground in the plush...
Sandton City Shopping Centre
The scale and elegance of the Sandton City Shopping Centre is known the world over by dedicated shopaholics. It is situated within the richest sq...
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