subject: Car Hire In Johannesburg [print this page] If you are visiting the City of Gold on business or leisure, car hire in Johannesburg offers the ideal way to get around during your stay. With a wide range of vehicles to suit all tastes and budgets, you can get around in comfort and style without the added stress of dealing with public transport or relying on friends to get you where you need to go. You can arrange a car to hire at a highly reasonable vehicle hire rate per day or per month; by simply contacting Drive South Africa today and they will do all the organising, leaving you free to focus on all your travel plans and leave you with a stress free holiday.
Once you arrive in the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Johannesburg, make the necessary effort to visit some of the city's many attractions. These range from outdoor and adventure highlights to world-class shopping, wining and dining and many other key landmarks to visit. Car hire offers the best way to see and experience it all at your own pace, ensuring a highly memorable travel experience throughout your trip.
Here are some of the must-see places to visit during your trip:
Mellville. The trendy suburb of Mellville is home to a number of interesting venues. Funky bars, excellent restaurants and a distinct arty feel are all part and parcel of this suburb's charm. Make sure that you make a stop past Buzz 9 for delicious cocktails, Seventh Street (the setting of popular local soapie Seve de Laan) for a taste of the arty culture of the area, and the beautiful Melville Koppies Nature Reserve to see archaeological remains of both Stone and Iron Age settlements and typical vegetation of this region.
Sandton. Fast-paced, glamorous and chic, Sandton is one of Joburg's hottest areas and is home to a number of world class hotels, shopping centres and attractions. Huge New York inspired sky-rise apartments loom overhead, while key highlights include art galleries, the famous Nelson Mandela Square and numerous fine dining venues.
Soweto. Home to some of the country's greatest leaders, Soweto is one of the most thriving and developed townships in the world. Far from a desolate and run-down informal settlement, this suburb has grown to be one of the most popular destinations for tourism in South Africa, and offers a thrilling taste of local culture, music and traditional African cuisine. Spend the day exploring at your own steam, and make sure to include a visit to a local shabeen!
