April in Johannesburg
Johannesburg in April. One of the best months to visit Johannesburg.
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What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeConstitution HillExplore →
Built on the site of a former prison that once held Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi, this precinct now houses South Africa's Constitutional Court, its facade inscribed with the word "human dignity" in the country's eleven…
02What to seeGold Reef CityExplore →
Built atop a historic gold mine, this theme park combines thrill rides and a recreated 1900s mining town with an underground tour of the original mine shafts.
03What to seeApartheid MuseumExplore →
This powerful museum walks visitors through South Africa's apartheid era via randomly assigned "whites" and "non-whites" entrances, artifacts, photography, and film that trace the system's rise and fall.
04What to seeNelson Mandela SquareExplore →
This upscale Sandton plaza is anchored by a six-meter bronze statue of Nelson Mandela and ringed by shopping, dining, and hotels in one of Johannesburg's most polished districts.
Month by month
Johannesburg, month by month.
What to plan a trip around, month by month.
May in Johannesburg
Johannesburg in May. One of the best months to visit Johannesburg.
September in Johannesburg
Johannesburg in September. One of the best months to visit Johannesburg.
October in Johannesburg
What’s on in Johannesburg in October. One of the best months to visit Johannesburg.
- Pretoria Jacaranda Bloom, Mid-October to mid-November 2026
November in Johannesburg
What’s on in Johannesburg in November.
- Pretoria Jacaranda Bloom, Mid-October to mid-November 2026
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into O.R. Tambo International (JNB).
Know before you go
- The Apartheid Museum and a tour of Soweto (including Nelson Mandela's former house) are the essential historical stops.
- Most safari-bound travelers connect through Johannesburg to Kruger National Park or private reserves nearby.
- Use a registered tour operator or driver for Soweto and downtown rather than exploring solo, especially after dark.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?
The best time to visit Johannesburg is Apr–May & Sep–Oct, in South Africa.
Where is Johannesburg?
Johannesburg is in South Africa. The nearest major airport is O.R. Tambo International (JNB).
What is Johannesburg known for?
Apartheid history laid bare at the Apartheid Museum and Soweto, and the main gateway to South Africa's safari country.
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Beyond the city