Gold Reef City Day Tour
This magical trip down memory lane will tell you all about how Johannesburg came into being, how gold was discovered on the reef and how the lives of men and women formed an integral part of a rich and fascinating heritage.
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Go for Gold Reef
Travel back in time and experience Johannesburg's Gold Rush era with a fantastic Gold Reef City day tour. Gold Reef City is a premier Johannesburg City tourist destination, designed to replicate the era of the Gold Rush experience. Made up of a theme park, Apartheid Museum and casino facilities, Gold Reef City is a must-see on your exciting South Africa tour.
This half day tour begins as you are transported from your Johannesburg City hotel to the action-packed Gold Reef City. On arrival you will be greeted by African music and traditional gumboot dancing at various points. Travel back in time with a ride on a penny farthing or stroll through the reconstructed yesteryear shops and olden day houses, which will give you a glimpse into how people lived during the Gold Rush era. Watch gold pouring demonstrations, and descend into the world's richest and deepest gold mines on an underground mine tour.
Experience the ultimate mining adventure as you descend 57 levels and 3500 metres with a hardhat and a torch. Before transfer back to your Johannesburg City hotel, end the Gold Reef City Day tour with some refreshments at the underground pub.
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