JohannesburgFree things to do in Johannesburg
12 places in Johannesburg you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.
Free landmarks & monuments in Johannesburg
- Flame of Democracy
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Scottish Horse War Memorial
Free parks & viewpoints in Johannesburg
- Beyers Naudé Square
- Delta Park
- Gilfillan Park
- Johannesburg Botanical Gardens
- Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve
- Melville KoppiesJudith RoadSun 08:00-11:00
- Pioneers' Park
- The Wilds Nature ReserveMon–Sun 06:00-18:00
- Zoo Lake
When museums in South Africa open free entry
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Free & cheap tours in Johannesburg
A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.
Tickets for attractions in Johannesburg, booking ahead skips the queue.
Answers to your questions
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Sources: Places & entry fee: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), auto-checked