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Gold Reef City

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Gold Reef City

Johannesburg, South Africa
Set inJohannesburg, South Africa
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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37–79°F
CurrencyZAR
LanguageZulu
TimezoneUTC+02:00
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak May–Sep. Go in Oct for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 86%
WarmestJan · 79°F
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

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.

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 questions

Where 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.

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