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Gold Reef City

Off Xavier Road, Johannesburg, South Africa
011 248-6800
Ranked #13 of 46 attractions in Johannesburg
4.0 of 5 stars 149 Reviews
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks, Casinos, Historic Sites
Description: Interactive gold-mining experiences are the highlight of this theme park, which also contains the standard thrill rides and games.
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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Been here many times, and every time has been heaps of fun, with lots of educational and entertaining things to do. Can go down a mine or enjoy an adventure ride or even watch how they make gold bars and pour the molten golden liquid... Great cityscape view too of downtown Jozi.. Def worth a visit or re-visit! More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

There is so much to do for all ages, a beautiful day out, and then the casino is opposite the road to continue your evening at... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

A gold mine in the middle of Johanesburg, Lots to see, lots to do, but check out the Apartheid Museum opposite, first> More

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Durban - South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Wow!!!!!!!!!!! one hectic, busy and buzzing place of enjoyment. Thrills and frills to enjoy for any age group. The casino a must as so are all the rides too. Funfilling and bursting with joy and laughter experiences. More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

On our recent trip, half the rides were not working, we were not offered any discount on the ticket price, nor were we informed at the gate that the rides were mot working. We ended paying the full entrance fee for a family of 4 (+/-R500) and we were able to do was to visit the kiddies playground and eat... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

No matter when you go there it is always fun. Although there are sometimes rides that aren't working and the food there isn't that good. More

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Harrogate
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

I have just returned from Johannesburg and visited Gold Reef City whilst there. The main reason for visiting was that you can go on a tour of the old and now disused gold mine. You are kitted up with a hard hat and lamp and taken down around 200 metres and guided along the disused mine shafts. I really enjoyed... More

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Scottburgh, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

I visited several years ago so my memory is a bit sketchy, but I do remember it was fun. I think it is worth a visit. More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

Soo many of the best rides weren't working. I was very disappointed. Ended up leaving early because of this to go gamble at the casino across the road instead. More

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Johannesburg
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012
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when going to Gold Reef city first phone as the majority of the rides are always under construction and its usually the crowd pleasers. If you were to go for the shaft trip down to the mine please be aware you have to book way in advance and claustrophobia is a serious issue once you on your way down. More

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