Stilbaaaaaiiiii!!! I would definitely add Hoedspruit to this list! 42 € pro Nacht. The way Pilgrim’s Rest looks like these days are a shame to the inhabitants and the tourists who wants to visit it. Lets enjoy and appreciate and look after what we have! Cape Town - 3 Nights. Irene (pronounced I-reen-ie) is not only one of the prettiest places to visit in Gauteng, it’s also … But yes, what about Kleinmond, Knysna, or Nature’s Valley? I would remove Polka restaurant from the Graaff-Reinet places to visit. Where is Plettenbergbay I also want to know its so beautifull. Stellenbosch is nowhere to be seen ? It was fun reading up “The 25…” Especially my reading up on ALL of the responding posters’ comments, further recommendations, criticisms, updates on places, etc. Similar to Coffee Bay, Port St. Johns is adorned by numerous secluded beaches and hectares of dense forest. (45 Bewertungen) "Im gesamten Hotel gab es nur einen Föhn. The top wines come from our grounds!:~]. Hi Anne, while it’s possible that the town of Port St. Johns itself has seen better days, the towering cliffs and unspoilt forests surrounding the town are the real attraction. I would like to open a store that sells organic veg, home made goods etc – support local enterprise- in which town do you think it would work? The road leading to it winds steeply through lush green forests until the small town reveals itself perched atop the Amathole mountains. I agree. Johannesburg is a large and sprawling city and the accommodation options are endless. I must say though, when I saw Villiersdorp on here I was surprised that Stanford is not on here. Have you ever experienced the beauty of Robertson before? To get to kleinmond from the East from Cape Town one drives along the N2 over Sir Lowrie’s Pass, through Elgin and down the Houwhoek Pass – which means that all roads leading to Kleinmond are beautiful! Johannesburg has luxury properties in all sizes, styles, and locations. I can’t wait to visit all of these small towns and self-publish a book with photos about the town and people. Its a great country and all the places listed are stunning beautiful and to mention Capetown and Wilderness are out of this world places. Johannesburg Institutional sector. Here are, in alphabetical order, the 25 best small towns in South Africa: With the picturesque Clanwilliam and Bulshoek dams and the spectacular Cederberg mountains in the area, this town offers the perfect weekend getaway. 1. Johannesburg is an African city of note. /Users/charmainelacock/Pictures/iPhoto Library.photolibrary/Masters/2014/08/08/20140808-181507/1920264_551193628321630_1102862859_n.jpg, I protest – No Rhodes (which as the locals will tell you is the centre of the Universe) lol. I am so glad that I have the opportunity to visit it 2 years ago. It has to be Kenton on Sea along Route 72., rivers , beaches, game reserves, great folk,…..an awesome little village. This page will help you find a list of the nearest surrounding towns, villages, cities nearby or within a 25 mile distance (40.23 km) of Johannesburg (North West Province) to the north, south, east, or west of Johannesburg; generally within a 30 minute to one hour commute or drive. Yes I must agree with 85% so you get a “A” pass. Among the town¹s buildings were boardinghouses, banks, churches, a post office, a music hall and two saloons- … Don’t leave Port Alfred out even if it is a little remote. Please come and visit Pennington/ south coast. Kareedouw? It features modern, elegant rooms, most of which include balconies or terraces. The spectacular Swartberg pass, one of the most dramatic and scenic mountain passes on earth, starts just outside town. and of notable mention – serviced by an ‘audit clean’ municipality! One of my personal highlights. The header image was taken at Garden Route National Park, which we’ve listed under number 25, Wilderness. It may be a stretch to classify Coffee Bay as a “town” (it is tiny), but our list would not be … wie viel Uhr ist es in Johannesburg? what happened to Sedgefield……..piece of heaven! Set out from Johannesburg to seek out Africa's 'Big Five' in Pilanesberg National Park. Gauteng is a province of immense culture, industry, natural wonder and history. Can you tell me where the main pic was taken? What a bliss, living close to Dullstroom and Sabie! Will be traveling from JHB to Gariepdam, sleep over. Jan. bis zum 9. PER PERSON. Rich in history and spectacular views. Opening at 9:00 AM tomorrow. Close to Gariepdam and alot more beautiful. Lovely article! All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 18h 11m. in 1958, maar in Ashton gebly. Yes, as Ashley commented on Mr/ms Soler’s point taste is subjective. Had some in Pretoria…. Benoni (on East rand) Boksburg (on East rand) Brakpan (on East rand) Bronkhorstspruit (agricultural area) Cullinan (known for diamonds, east of Tshwane) Germiston (on East rand) Hartebeespoort Dam (not really a town) Heidelberg (agricultural area) Johannesburg Greetings! Unfortunately, there is truth to this claim: Johannesburg can be a dangerous place, even by South African standards. The city started off way back in 1887, when it was found that it … Paternoster? It is … You should visit Rhodes, in the Eastern Cape Highlands. It should also be on the list !! Friendly, hospitable, down-to-earth people ensure that visitors are treated like royalty. Users may be able to perform these services themselves and at no cost. ‘if you dont know what you are doing, someone else does’ rings true. The valley is secluded and the town is unknown to many. Dalk moes julle net “The Best” uitgelaat het. Outstanding fishing opportunities, swimming and kite surfers best kept secret! What about Wakkerstroom on the Mpumalanga Highveld. I really do not know why people leave to go to other countries..it is a shame. Gold Reef City. The town of Wilderness encapsulates everything there is to love about the Garden Route – it has a long, white sandy beach and azure ocean; a wonderfully mild climate, lush forests, majestic mountains and a number of lakes, rivers and estuaries. Photos like these give EXPATS of twenty five years all the joys of coming home one-day…… the joy of a small town….. As much as the town itself is interesting and quirky (don’t miss the Royal Hotel’s Church bar, which was transported from Cape Town to Pilgrim’s rest, via Maputo, by sea and ox-wagon), the town is on Mpumalanga’s picturesque Panorama route, which boasts some of the most majestic scenery on earth. My first reaction was, where is Hermanus? If there is any small or bigger town out there that needs someone like me to truly see you, hear you, feel you, even by the very least acknowledge you… Please submit a comment. The most stunning place i have stayed in for a couple of years. We love leaving Cape Town and drive off to explore and would like to add Stanford, Greyton and Riebeeck-Kasteel is the tops! Legend has it that Hogsback was the inspiration for the worlds J.R.R. Would definitely include Witsand at the mouth of the mighty Breede River! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Disappointing that Howick didn’t make it. I own the hit brand Boer ‘et Roos Plaaskombuis. “Johannesburg, the city of many names — is a fascinating city of diverse cultures and many facets. We are a privately-owned law firm. Wakkerstroom for the Birds – Great small town! It lies at the heart of the Midlands Meander, where visitors are welcomed into the studios of some of South Africa’s best-known artists, craftsmen and sculptors. you might also like kambria in the eastern cape. For those seeking out a more rustic type of adventure, Port St. Johns has a lot to offer. So whether you’re looking to eat the best food, dance the night away, or explore the coolest spots of town, our list of the top five neighbourhoods will help you find the area that best fits your needs. Wow this blog is so interesting also check out Orchards Farm cottages its an amazing place in Komatipoort, Mpumalanga South Africa. Nieuwoudtville is known for the springtime bloom of wild flowers which results in explosions of vibrance of colour. I agree. Ohrigstad. Its natural beauty and beaches are still wonderful but with the huge influx of overseas visitors (and part time home owners) surely the local council could appeal for more resources from them to tidy the place up? In my opinion it should defenately be on this list, Pingback: Road-trip Planning: Visiting the 25 SA towns. I have visited many of the towns on the list but have you been to Napier in the western Cape. BAIE BAIE MOOI! Just wondering why there is a picture of Knysna in the title but it isn’t mentioned of one of the top25 small towns. Wow ! This charming hamlet ( rail siding included) is nestled on the slopes of the ‘Koring’ berg , with magnificent views of the Cape mountain range (s) , 1 hours drive on (impeccable roads) to CT , the central winelands and Langebaan lagoon et al. Continue Along the Hectic Route . This is the area where the most of the expats in Jo’burg live. But I guess, where my house is, my heart is. What about calvina at the feet of the hatam mountains a lovely karoo town. How far is it between Cape Town and Johannesburg. IN DOUBLE . De Rust should be way up there. So, let’s get right to it. Logistics Manager, Administration Manager, Business Support and more on Indeed.com Most towns are no longer separate municipalities, their local governments having been merged into larger structures. Port St. Johns is touted as the “Jewel of the Wild Coast” on account of its subtropical climate and completely untainted natural environment. Finden Sie günstige Flugtickets für Flüge von Cape Town nach Johannesburg mit Trip.com und genießen Sie Ihre Ferien! It is also a popular destination for fly-fishing. Hi Hayley, we’ll be sure to include Mossel Bay in the next list we do! Place is just beautiful. It is after all concidered one of the top 10 secret hide aways in the world (according to international sources). Pingback: Dundee fails to make ‘Best Small Town’ list | Northern KZN Courier. Its called Hexvalley and the town, De Doorns. I can assure you that you will mark it as one of the top best small towns to live in. I agree they all have spectacular beauty and wonderful marine environment.Unfortunately these two villages are filthy, run down areas where drugs are freely available. 4/5 Very Good! There are toll roads between Johannesburg and Bloemfontein but after that that roads are free, with the sole exception being the 12km Huguenot Tunnel between Worcester and Paarl. I think Barberton is one place that should be on the list. Your respondents have also suggested at least a further 100 worthy choices. Restaurants to go to etc etc Thank you! We’re going on a roadtrip…starting on 25 So many stunning little towns within 200k’s from here…Storms River village for example, add Oudtshoorn too. But I don’t agree that Greytown and Underberg in KZN qualify. My favourite overnight stop in that area. Since the mere age of 13, when we left the farm, all I have longed for is to see the horizon again, clearly see the stars (somewhat always obscured by city lights) and give meaning to others’ lives – where my life will then also have more meaning. I love my country, South Africa and I live in Montagu which makes is really hard to choose between these small towns, they are all great! A … Johannesburg is the largest city in Sub-Saharan Africa, it is home to Hillbrow Tower, the tallest tower in all of Africa, and it produces almost half of the world’s gold. The village gained popularity thanks to Athol Fugard’s acclaimed play, The Road to Mecca, which tells the story about the Owl House and Helen Martins, its reclusive and eccentric former inhabitant. Andere leben etwas komfortabler in kleineren Häusern. In Kogelberg Biosphere, Cape Overberg, Whale Coast, Western Cape…, Would like to visit Clarens because its my husband man and have the same spelling. I would add Parys, Freestate and Jeffreys Bay, E Cape – maybe compile the top 50! We subscribe to Google's rules on transparency. 5. I still don’t get it, we are a rainbow nation! I would have imagined Arniston to be there. The Hole in the Wall is one of South Africa’s most famous tourist attractions and Mdumbi beach has been voted one of South Africa’s best beaches. There are so many gems in the Karoo and Northern Cape. Johannesburg, city, Gauteng province, South Africa, that is the country’s chief industrial and financial metropolis. Coastal town but inland. Hey wena !! However the one that you are using for Kakamas is actually the village of Augrabies. Best things to do are: Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. Please include province names with each location next time…its schlep having to google it…. Thanks for featuring my photo of Graaff-Reinet . Tzaneen makes US list of top destinations. Moved to George from Jhbg 3 years ago….wish had more time to visit all the towns in this region…one never stops discovering interesting things. Beautiful to visit, but I live in one of these small towns and the saying…. I would say Barberton also should be on the list. We have great restuarants like lemon butta , La Pentola witch offers a great array of international cuisine. With the Sani Pass, the mountain kingdom of Lesotho and uKhahlamba/Drakensberg park (declared a World Heritage Site in 2000) on its doorstep, Underberg is known as the gateway to the southern Drakensberg. I agree , Rhodes is b/ful ! What about the beautiful De Rust Klein Karoo just under Swartberg Mountains and voted town of year 2011??? Benoni is a large town in Gauteng province, east of Johannesburg with a population of about 605,344 people. Would you like to suggest this photo as the cover photo for this article? The town is run by a nucleus of white supremists,some allegedly ripping off BEE deals for their own benefits! City Sights: Less than 55 kilometers from Johannesburg, you can explore all the highlights of Pretoria, including monuments, museums, and beautiful botanical gardens. This really isn’t a case of sour grapes but rather a subjective opinion: As someone who has visited most of these towns, and agree wholeheartedly with the majority of your choices, I nevertheless believe that De Rust, the town I call home, should have been included in place of at least 3 on this list. In my 74 years I have visited 90% of your 25 and at least another 50 equally as good,but I chose Swellendam as the top of the list, I am now a Swellendammer and proud to be. West Coast hospitality! Book your tickets online for the top things to do in Johannesburg, South Africa on Tripadvisor: See 42,315 traveler reviews and photos of Johannesburg tourist attractions. All great places, been to 92% of the places listed. In … Town Planning jobs now available in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Beautiful town and very,very clean. Johannesburg is one of the 50 largest urban agglomerations in the world. Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps. (69 Bewertungen) Pleasant stay again! Letsitele? Keep an eye out for various other wildlife, including cheetahs, giraffe, zebra and crocs as you go. It has a population of 4.434 million. Soweto (South Western Town Ship) ist ein eigener Stadtteil von Johannesburg knapp 10 Kilometer vom Stadtzentrum entfernt. The city is a vibrant hub of manufacturing, retail, technology, fashion, and service sectors like hotels. Here are our recommendations for where to stay in Johannesburg, South Africa. Clarence Drive has been rated as one top ten drives in the world and has been featured in many new car adverts. 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