Gold Reef City · Johannesburg, South Africa · Trailwind

LandmarkGold Reef CityJohannesburg, South AfricaBuilt 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…

Set in: Johannesburg, South Africa

Currency: ZAR

Language: Zulu

Timezone: UTC+02:00

Know before you go

The underground mine tour is worth booking separately — it sells out on busy weekends.

Arrive at opening to beat the queues for the park's signature roller coasters.

The complex also includes a casino and hotel if you want to extend the visit.

Pairs well with

Constitution Hill, 4 mi away

Nelson Mandela Square, 10 mi away

Cradle of Humankind, 28 mi away

Madikwe Game Reserve, 149 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhere is Gold Reef City?Gold Reef City is in Johannesburg, South Africa.What is Gold Reef City known for?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.Keep exploring

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