Sandton
is the prosperous residential, business and
commercial district located on the
north of
Johannesburg,
Gauteng, South Africa. It takes half an hour
drive from
Johannesburg Airport to Sandton.
Sandton can be
considered as the vibrant commercial centre
of South Africa. Sandton is one of the best
world class shopping and entertainment
centers in South Africa. It is also a hub for the
businessmen, residents, shoppers and
tourists that work, live, shop, travel and
meet. Sandton is Africa’s richest square
mile.
This cosmopolitan region is worthy of its
international and luxury hotels &
apartments, conference venues, shopping
centers, recreational facilities such as
nice restaurants, theatres and business
centers. That properties make Sandton a
popular business and leisure destination in
Johannesburg, Gauteng. Its name comes from
the combination of its two suburbs of
Sandown and Bryanston.
Nelson Mandela Sqaure and
Michelangelo Towers Mall are the two
best shopping areas in Sandton.
Sandton Central and Sandton
Convention Centre are the leading
commercial landmarks of Sandton.
Sandton Central, also known as "Golden
Square Mile of Africa" is the the retail and
financial powerhouse of South Africa and it
is home to Johannesburg Stock Exchange as
well as many banks & banking institutions.
Sandton Convention Centre hosts variety of
international events during the year in
Johannesburg.
Attractions,
Things to Do and See in Sandton
Nelson Mandela Square – From
designer boutiques and world-class
cuisine to local curios and cosy coffee
shops, this piazza encapsulates a
lifestyle that takes good taste to new
levels. Take in a show at the Liberty
Theatre on the Square, cast your eye
across works of art in one of the
galleries or simply sit back and enjoy a
meal at one of many renowned
restaurants.
The Old
Mutual Theatre - It is a 200-seater
theater located by the Nelson Mandela
Square. The theatre hosts numerous shows
and entertainments.
Day Trips and Excursions from Sandton
– Popular day trips & excursion include
Alexandra Township, Cullinan Diamond
Mine, Cradle of Mankind, Gold Reef City,
Lesedi Cultural Village, Pilansberg,
Soweto, and Sun City. Visitors are able
to find quality touring operators.
Side
Trips - Popular side trip
destinations include Kruger National
Park, Cape Town and Durban.
Accommodation in Sandton - Hotels in Sandton
Finding lodging
and hotels in
Sandton is not difficult as there are
always a number of
cheap hotels and
package holiday offers
for Sandton
available for any traveler. There are
numerous
hotels in Sandton to choose from for all
budgets. You may check the below
accommodation in Sandton, Johannesburg.
