{"id":299136,"date":"2025-08-21T10:07:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T09:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/?p=299136"},"modified":"2025-08-25T14:55:30","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T13:55:30","slug":"johannesburg-a-business-travellers-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/nl\/blog\/johannesburg-a-business-travellers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Johannesburg: A Business Traveller&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;HEADER BANNER&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Johannesburg-Banner-WEB.jpg&#8221; background_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; parallax_tablet=&#8221;off&#8221; background_position_phone=&#8221;center_right&#8221; background_horizontal_offset_phone=&#8221;27%&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=&#8221;Johannesburg: A Business Traveller&#8217;s Guide&#8221; subhead=&#8221;your complete introduction to the business capital of South Africa&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Johannesburg Business Guide&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.7em&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.29)&#8221; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; title_font_size_tablet=&#8221;50px&#8221; title_font_size_phone=&#8221;29px&#8221; title_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; subhead_font_size_tablet=&#8221;20px&#8221; subhead_font_size_phone=&#8221;13px&#8221; subhead_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243; button_one_text__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;][\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||29px|||&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;3_5,2_5&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;81%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;90%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;40px&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;40px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Travelling to Johannesburg?<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"471\"><strong>Are you planning on travelling to Johannesburg for work? Get to know South Africa&#8217;s largest city in this comprehensive guide for business travellers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"903\">Nestled on the high plateau of the Highveld region, some 1,700 m above sea level, Johannesburg (often called Jo\u2019burg or Jozi) is South Africa\u2019s economic powerhouse. 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R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)<\/strong>, the busiest airport in Africa. Located about 22 km northeast of the city centre, travellers can reach Sandton, Rosebank, or downtown via Gautrain, taxis, or private transfers.<\/p>\n<p>For domestic and regional flights, <strong>Lanseria International Airport (HLA)<\/strong> is a secondary option, located northwest of the city, offering a quieter alternative, particularly for regional connections.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size: 12.0pt;\">[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf1b9;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;fold&#8221; scroll_vertical_motion=&#8221;0|60|60|100|4|0|0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; car&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Road<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; car&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:111\">Johannesburg is well connected by South Africa\u2019s highway network, with the <strong>N1<\/strong>, <strong>N3<\/strong>, and <strong>N4<\/strong> linking it to Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, and Mpumalanga.\u00a0 Long-distance coaches such as Intercape and Greyhound also serve the city from neighbouring countries.\u00a0 Traffic into Johannesburg can be heavy at peak times, and travellers are advised to avoid night driving in rural areas and stick to toll routes for added safety on the move.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf238;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;fold&#8221; scroll_vertical_motion=&#8221;0|60|60|100|4|0|0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Bus&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Rail<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Bus&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Johannesburg is a major rail hub, with <strong data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"58\">Shosholoza Meyl<\/strong> trains linking it to Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, and East London via comfortable long-distance routes, including overnight sleeper options. For business travellers, the <strong data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"247\">Gautrain<\/strong> is the most practical choice. This is an efficient and modern rapid rail system connecting O. R. 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The city anchors South Africa\u2019s economy, hosting the headquarters of leading banks, mining giants, professional services firms, and a growing number of tech startups, making it a thriving destination for international business.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"1120\">Business culture in Johannesburg blends formal corporate standards with South Africa\u2019s characteristic warmth and friendliness. Meetings typically begin with polite greetings and handshakes, and it is advisable to use professional titles such as \u201cMr.\u201d, \u201cMs.\u201d, or \u201cDr.\u201d until invited to do otherwise. While English is the main language of business, the country\u2019s diversity is reflected in its workplaces, where cultural awareness and respect are highly valued. Relationship-building is central, and taking the time to engage in small talk before diving into business is often appreciated.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1615\">Dress codes in Johannesburg are generally formal, particularly in sectors like finance, law, and government, where tailored suits and conservative colours are the norm. However, creative industries, media, and technology firms increasingly embrace smart-casual attire, especially in trendier hubs like Maboneng and Rosebank. Punctuality is important, though meetings may not always begin on time, so patience and flexibility can go a long way in establishing positive business relationships.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#5B8CB1&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>A Few Other Business Etiquette Top Tips<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin: 0;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"><strong>Respect cultural diversity:<\/strong>\u00a0 South Africa is a \u201crainbow nation\u201d with 11 official languages and many cultural norms. Being aware of and sensitive to different customs, religions, and traditions is essential in professional interactions.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"><strong>Business lunches and dinners are common:<\/strong> Wait for the host to start eating, keep your phone off the table, and avoid discussing business until after some initial conversation.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"><strong>Exchanging business cards is common:<\/strong> Present your card with your right hand or both hands, and take a moment to look at the card you receive before putting it away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Crime &#038; Safety&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Crime &#038; Safety&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;80%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;TEXT &#8211; Business Culture&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; ul_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;27px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Crime &amp; Safety<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;TEXT &#8211; Business Culture&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; ul_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;27px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"972\">Johannesburg faces numerous challenges related to crime and safety. While the city is beautiful and offers rich cultural experiences and economic opportunities, business travellers need to be aware of the security landscape. South Africa as a whole has one of the highest murder rates globally, with an estimated 27,000 murders reported in 2023, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ft.com\/content\/92bc7928-795d-4306-931a-c53d833fbe8c?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">equating to approximately 45 per 100,000 people<\/a><\/strong>. Johannesburg, as a major metropolitan area, reflects this trend. Common crimes include housebreaking, home robbery, and theft of motor vehicles. In the 2022-23 period, about 1.6 million incidents of housebreaking and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statssa.gov.za\/?p=16562&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">238,000 home robberies were reported nationwide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1361\">To reduce risk, travellers should prioritise well-secured accommodations, such as hotels or serviced apartments with 24-hour security. Using reputable taxi services or ride-hailing apps rather than public transportation, especially after dark, is strongly recommended. Visitors should also research and stay informed about neighborhoods with higher crime rates to avoid potential danger.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"2036\">Private security is a prominent feature of life in Johannesburg, with South Africa boasting one of the world\u2019s largest private security industries, employing over 2.7 million personnel. Many residents and businesses rely on <a href=\"https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/1ae2684872212284033cad127fe88b4b?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">private firms for patrols and emergency response<\/a>. While Johannesburg presents certain safety challenges, informed precautions and careful planning can ensure a secure and productive visit. Staying aware of your surroundings, using trusted resources, and taking practical safety measures can make a significant difference in navigating the city safely.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#5B8CB1&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>A Few Other Crime &amp; Safety Tips<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin: 0;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"><strong>The emergency number<\/strong> for South Africa is 112. 10111 is also a national police and general emergency number. Use for crimes in progress, serious threats, or any situation requiring immediate police response.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"><strong>Street robberies are common<\/strong> in busy areas, especially around taxi ranks and shopping districts. Avoid using your phone openly on the street. Step into a shop or safe space if you need to make a call or check directions.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\">When using taxis or ride-hailing apps, confirm the driver\u2019s details before getting in. <strong>Avoid informal or unmarked taxis<\/strong>, especially at night. If possible, share your trip details with a trusted contact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Johannesburg-Bridge-River-RAW-scaled.jpg&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;fold&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;963px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Getting Around&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#efefef&#8221; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.5) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.5) 100%&#8221; background_color_gradient_overlays_image=&#8221;on&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/International-Airport-Lobby-AI-WEB.jpg&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Getting Around Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||31px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text content_tablet=&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 style=%22text-align: center;%22>Getting Around Munich<\/h2>\n<p>&#8221; content_phone=&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 style=%22text-align: center;%22>Getting Around Munich<\/h2>\n<p>&#8221; content_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Getting There&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;50px&#8221; scroll_fade_enable=&#8221;on&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Getting Around Johannesburg<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; Getting Around&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;1420px&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.55)&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;35px|30px|35px|30px|true|true&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf207;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;fold&#8221; scroll_vertical_motion=&#8221;0|60|60|100|4|0|0&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Air&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Bus<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Air&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;5%||5%||false|false&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size: 12.0pt;\">The city\u2019s official <strong>Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)<\/strong> system, which connects key areas such as Soweto, Braamfontein, Sandton, and the Johannesburg CBD. The buses run on dedicated lanes, making them faster than regular traffic during peak hours.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size: 12.0pt;\">[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.55)&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;35px|30px|35px|30px|true|true&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf239;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;fold&#8221; scroll_vertical_motion=&#8221;0|60|60|100|4|0|0&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Air&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Train<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Air&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;5%||-1%||false|false&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5427\" data-end=\"5461\">The <strong>Gautrain<\/strong> is the city\u2019s safest and most reliable rail option, linking Johannesburg with Pretoria, Sandton, Rosebank, and O.R. Tambo International Airport. Travellers will need a Gautrain Gold Card (a reloadable smart card) to access the system, which you can top up with cash or credit at stations.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size: 12.0pt;\">\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.55)&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;35px|30px|35px|30px|true|true&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf1b9;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;fold&#8221; scroll_vertical_motion=&#8221;0|60|60|100|4|0|0&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Air&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Ride-Hailing<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Air&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;5%||-1%||false|false&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;%91%93&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: 'Century Gothic'; font-size: 12.0pt;\">Services like Uber and Bolt are the most popular way to get around if you don\u2019t have a car. They\u2019re widely available across Johannesburg, including at airports and shopping centres. Prices are higher during peak hours or in high-demand zones, but they remain affordable compared to metered taxis.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;SECTION &#8211; Landmarks Top 3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;ROW &#8211; HEADER&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;HEADER &#8211; Top 3 To-Do&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Top 3 Things To See Or Do In Johannesburg<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; Top 3 To-Do&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you find yourself with a bit of free time on your business trip, Johannesburg is a city with a rich history and offers plenty to see and do. 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Apartheid Museum<\/h5>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;BODY &#8211; CN Tower&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;_initial&#8221; header_5_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_5_font_size_phone=&#8221;23px&#8221; header_5_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"337\">Located near <strong data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1083\">Gold Reef City, <\/strong>the <strong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"24\">Apartheid Museum<\/strong> is one of Johannesburg\u2019s most important and thought-provoking attractions, offering a deep dive into South Africa\u2019s turbulent past and its transition to democracy. Opened in 2001, the museum uses a mix of powerful photography, film, artifacts, and personal stories to illustrate the rise and fall of apartheid.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"783\">When you enter, visitors are randomly assigned a ticket marked either \u201cWhite\u201d or \u201cNon-White,\u201d forcing you to experience the divided entrances,\u00a0 a striking reminder of how segregation once shaped everyday life. 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