June2022
The school holidays are quickly approaching, and we're sure you're trying to figure out what you'll do to keep your kids occupied and happy throughout the winter holidays. Johannesburg (or eGoli as it is often known) boasts a plethora of activities to keep the youngsters entertained and occupied. We've done the research and want to share some fantastic vacation activities and adventures with you.
Spend the day with us
For both parents and children, a ride on the City Sightseeing Red Double Decker is the most enjoyable day out. The onboard engaging interactive audio channel will keep the kids entertained, while parents can rest and unwind without having to worry about parking or traffic. The one-day ticket covers 16 stops and gives you access to over 20 of Johannesburg's most popular attractions. You can get on and off the bus whenever you choose.
Our audio channel onboard is so much fun for the kids
Be sure to book our Kids Travel Free Package: (Valid for SA Citizens and available online only)
Kids Travel Free on 1-day Classic tickets (valid on Green and Red lines). Pay R 265 for 1 adult and 2 children (normally R 555). This ticket is available online or from the ticket office, valid on weekends, school holidays and public holidays. To keep the kids entertained on our route, we would recommend hopping off at Zoo Lake and the Johannesburg Zoo, as well as Gold Reef City. For the theme park though, we definitely recommend booking in advance.
For our full route and stops, see our map on our website. In addition, be sure to keep an eye out for our weekly specials and combos.
Cultural Activities:
For those families that enjoy cultural activities, the options listed below are conveniently situated on the Joburg City Sightseeing Hop On - Hop Off bus route, so make sure to include some on your tour:
· National Museum Of Military History
Adventure Activities:
Get the kids away from their screens and active with the following adventures:
Indoor Climbing
. Sci- Bono Discovery Centre is the ideal space to let off excess energy, with interactive exhibits and climbing wall, it's fun for the whole family.
· Bounce Trampolines don’t let the kids bounce off your walls, let them experience this great indoor trampoline adventure that will keep them entertained and energised. Junior jumpers (under 125cm) are only R70, and taller jumpers are R90, per hour.
· Don’t just go Ten Pin Bowling, go Xtreme Bowling, at super budget-friendly prices. With its 60's venue, American Western-themed cafe, and Cocktail Bar, this bowling alley transports you back in time.
· Gather a group of friends, create a 4-ball and head down to the green. Miniature golf is taken to a new level at the Adventure Golf locations in Stoneridge, Randburg, and Fourways. Dale Hayes, a South African golf icon, gives it a thumbs up.
· Feeling trigger-happy? Paintballing is available at Woods Paintball, which is conveniently located 10 minutes from the Fourways Shopping Mall in a wooded setting. It's open seven days a week and has a variety of sports fields.
Kids golfing fun
Travel back in time:
Why not visit Molly Malones Roadhouse and Drive-In enjoy a meal in your car and catch a “drive-in” movie on the weekend, for an adventure of a different kind. And with tickets being only R40 each, it is definitely an affordable day out.
Travel into the sky
The Johannesburg Wits Planetarium should be at the top of your holiday schedule if your kids are interested in stars, constellations, and comets. Their astronomy professionals are on hand to answer your child's astronomy queries and pique his or her interest in what lies beyond the earth's atmosphere. An added plus is that the planetarium sells telescopes, allowing you to take stargazing into your own hands.
Stay at Home Adventures
Fun at home
And if some days are colder than others, use your creativity and enjoy some stay-at-home activities.
· Have a picnic in the lounge or set up a campsite.
· Make up your own cards that suit your family to play Charades or Pictionary.
· Have a baking or cooking day.
· Play target practice with empty plastic bottles and a tennis ball.
Cooking and baking fun
The internet has thousands more ideas for activities at home at low or minimal costs – all that counts is spending time together as a family.
Plan your holiday, keep the kids entertained, and enjoy a much-needed family mid-year break. We can’t wait to welcome you onboard and for you to tick off some of the activities and experiences listed above.
