Gauteng, though the smallest province of South Africa, houses the largest city: Johannesburg. The city is the business hub of South Africa, as well as home to some of South Africa’s wealthiest and most powerful people. Johannesburg is also known for its diamond and gold mines in the Witwatersrand area.
Johannesburg is fondly known as Egoli, Jozi and Jo’burg, and provides visitors with a diverse selection of attractions. Hiring a vehicle from Tempest Johannesburg car hire will allow you to drive to any destination in the comfort of your own car. Tempest offers an extensive range of Johannesburg car hire services, including car rental, airport transfer and GPS rental. If you’re flying, we’ll provide you with your booked Johannesburg car rental option when you arrive at the OR Tambo International Airport.
Locations to visit in Johannesburg
The Apartheid Museum showcases the history of the rise and fall of Apartheid, a policy introduced by the National Party (the ruling party of the time). This racial segregation lasted for over half a century and political leaders of opposition parties, including former president Nelson Mandela, were arrested for treason owing to their beliefs.
Take a trip to the Apartheid Museum in a Johannesburg car hire vehicle to see the foundation of South Africa’s fight for freedom.
This stadium is a major soccer venue in South Africa and has been renovated to include world-class features, including 70 000 seats, for the past 2010 South Africa Soccer World Cup. Ellis Park Stadium is also the location of the Rugby World Cup final in 1995, where the South African rugby squad, fondly known as the Springboks, beat the New Zealand team.
Visit Gold Reef City in your Tempest Johannesburg car rental vehicle for attractions loved by all types of tourists, and comprises a theme park and casino facilities. The casino offers 24-hour access, providing a vibrant atmosphere filled with gaming options such as slot machines, gaming tables, sport betting, roulettes and Salon Privé.
This memorial and museum opened in 2002 to honour the heroic Hector Pieterson, a 13-year-old boy who was one of the mass of children killed in a shooting incident during the Apartheid regime. School children gathered to protest against Afrikaans (the language of the ruling Party of the time – National Party) being used as a teaching medium in township schools. This memorial site is dedicated to Hector Pieterson and all the youths who suffered the brutal incident. Hiring a Johannesburg car rental option, allowing you to travel to this memorial site and discover the rich history of South Africa’s political survival.
Johannesburg Zoo is located in Parkview and is one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions. It’s a 54-hectare space in the northern suburbs of city and the animals you can see consist of:
Monte Casino is located in Fourways, one of the major and most lavish suburbs of Johannesburg. This location has a typical Italian town atmosphere and Tuscan feel. It’s advertised as one of the province’s leading entertainment attractions enjoyed by many visitors. Here you’ll find a casino with over 1 700 slot machines, 70 gaming tables, conference facilities and a 5-star hotel called the Monte Casino Hotel. There is also a wide selection of restaurants offering exceptional menus. Choose a Johannesburg car hire vehicle from Tempest to drive to this exciting venue.
