Discover the best indoor and outdoor spots in Johannesburg to take Instagram photos and snap shots. Johannesburg, South Africa’s biggest city, is full of fun tourist spots, interesting things to do and places to explore. From stunning landscapes to modern architectures to iconic landmarks, aesthetic places to Insta worthy spots, tourists will find there’s no shortage of picturesque backdrops to take advantage of in Jozi. We’ve selected the most Instagrammable places in Johannesburg, so get snapping and fill your Instagram feed with our list of some of the city’s most magnificent photogenic spots.
Johannesburg Botanical Garden
Natural beauty in the heart of the city, great for walking, picnic, jogging, cycling and just if you are into nature and bird watching, truly a nature lovers paradise. Lovers of ages walk there with pounding hearts, and newlyweds come to photograph for their wedding albums. Johannesburg is one of the best places to visit in Africa. This location should be your priority if you love nature, and every corner is Instagram-worthy!
Work Shop Newtown
Work Shop New Town is the trendy destination for locally produced goods. The place offers more than photos, a place for people with interest in fashion and lifestyle to meet and connect with South African designers. The perfect place for art, even if you are not artistic, nice food places and the bonus is that it’s located right next to the mall.
Orlando Towers
Bungee jumping center in Soweto where camera and action meet adventure. The Orlando Towers consists of two massive towers, an iconic landmark that are seen from miles away, situated Soweto, a township of the City of Johannesburg. Wander around and capture the sights of colourful murals depicting political and historical times of the country. Orlando Towers are on our list of the best murals in Johannesburg you need to see.
Soweto Theatre
The Soweto Theatre is one of the city’s most gorgeous buildings, an iconic South African building. Visitors to Johannesburg can be entertained at the Soweto Theatre or be wowed at its architectural marvel. Be sure to spend part of your visit exploring its grounds, a true work of art. No filter necessary.
Mandela House
Explore the Vilakazi Street and its street art, memorials and, of course, make a stop at the Mandela House. It is the house where the great late South African leader Nelson Mandela lived from 1946 to 1962. It’s quite a busy tourist spot, might be too busy to take a picture without getting a photo bomb, so have your camera ready and wait for the perfect moment.
Neighbourgoods Market
Open Saturdays, the Neighbourgoods Market, is one of the best weekend markets in Johannesburg, South Africa. The market venue and set up is so welcoming. A bustling outdoor market in Johannesburg where you can get a taste of traditional cuisine, cocktails, local beers and more. For less than R500, you can have some of the best food and drinks in your life, but don’t forget to Instagram them first. #Foodie
Gold Reef City
Gold Reef City is a major tourist spot and a top amusement park for kids, but also for teenagers and adults. Ride the giant wheel and get rewarded with stunning views of Johannesburg’s suburbs and the beautiful Soccer City. More than enough flicks to keep your Instagram feed adventurous.
Circa Gallery
This art gallery in Johannesburg, showcase beauty and vibrancy in the architectural prowess of the city. Making it a unique place to visit and create moments through pictures, so many Instagram-worthy moments.
Nelson Mandela Square
The Nelson Mandela Square, is home to one of the best shopping malls in Johannesburg. Beyond shopping, being here offer tourists the perfect photo moment with the huge sculpture of the late Nelson Mandela. Make sure you Instagram what you see!
Apartheid Museum
Learn through film footage and photographs, as well as make photographs when you visit the Apartheid Museum. It is one of the best museums and art galleries in Johannesburg, a very popular tourist spot for visitors with interest in learning about the history of the city and South Africa.
Johannesburg Zoo
Head south to Johannesburg Zoo, one of the city’s biggest draw-cards for international and domestic visitors. Don’t miss the snap and Instagrammable opportunity to have a moment with some of Africa’s exotic creatures on camera.
Arts on Main
Johannesburg’s street art scene is arguably the best in the continent of Africa, its Instagram central. The streets and corners of Arts on Main and Maboneng neighbourhood has been beautifully marked by both local and international artists. Make sure you have your phone with you for a not-to-be-missed photo op.
Carlton Centre
Africa’s tallest building since 1973 to mid-April 2019, this skyscraper in Johannesburg, offer an unmatched panoramic views of the city and beyond. Create Instagram moments at the Top of Africa!
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