Things to do in Houghton Jhb

DescriptionHoughton Estate, often simply called Houghton is an affluent suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, north-east of the city centre.

It is best known for being the home of Nelson Mandela. Wikipedia

Area: 2.68 mi²

Population: 7,867 (2011)

EventsSun, May 268:30 AMDiving Deeper - Womb Worskhop (pre req Level 1)Sat, Jun 19:00 AMFood Freedom: 8 Week Programme (Jo'burg)


Houghton Estate

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City zoo with a white lion program

Museum chronicling the 1976 Soweto student uprising & named for its first victim, a 12-year-old boy.

Plush entertainment complex with casino

55-hectare zoo housing many rare African species & a successful white lion breeding program.Plush entertainment complex with casino

55-hectare zoo housing many rare African species & a successful white lion breeding program.

Soweto rebellion museum & monument

Infamous century-old prison, now a center with the High Court, tours & exhibitions on local history.Soweto rebellion museum & monument

Infamous century-old prison, now a center with the High Court, tours & exhibitions on local history.

No Virgin Active, 11 9th Ave

Closed ⋅ Opens 6:30AM Sat

Health-conscious counter-serve chain for made-to-order sandwiches, wraps and smoothies.No Virgin Active, 11 9th Ave

Closed ⋅ Opens 6:30AM Sat

Health-conscious counter-serve chain for made-to-order sandwiches, wraps and smoothies.

60 5th St


Breakfast, sandwiches, burgers and globally inspired dishes served in a tranquil garden restaurant.60 5th St


Breakfast, sandwiches, burgers and globally inspired dishes served in a tranquil garden restaurant.

60 Riviera Rd


Modern chain restaurant with a cheerful vibe, serving up seafood, sushi and sharing platters.60 Riviera Rd


Modern chain restaurant with a cheerful vibe, serving up seafood, sushi and sharing platters.