Welcome To Joburg CBD (Central Business District)

Joburg Admin / September 14, 2020

The Joburg CBD has evolved over the past three decades into something resembling one of the most modern cities in the world. It has become a melting pot of people from across Africa, making it as cosmopolitan as can be. From top tier Fortune 500 companies to street vendors selling fresh produce, the Joburg CBD is filled to the brim with a wide variety of commerce. But that's not all, with a little inside information you will be able to dine like nowhere else, shop to your heart's content, and dance until the cows come home. Without further ado, we present you with the ultimate guide to the inner city of Johannesburg. PS. when you're done reading this comprehensive guide, why not explore Johannesburg central yourself?

What Are You Looking For?

Shopping Restaurants Entertainment Hotels & Accommodation Property Jobs

Shopping

Bargain hunting is the name of the game when it comes to shopping in the Joburg CBD. From corner stalls selling fresh fruit and vegetables to inner-city malls dedicated to bringing you the lowest prices on everything under the sun. Are you in search of a pair of Dickies for less? You've come to the right place. Looking for a three-piece suit but don't want to pay an arm and a leg? No sweat! From the Carlton Centre's shopping section to the stores that line Gandhi Square, you will most certainly find what you're looking for. Food fans will enjoy shopping at the Congolese market where plantain, okra, and other central African ingredients are readily available. Explore Shopping In The Joburg CBD [caption id="attachment_115615" align="aligncenter" width="660"]joburg cbd Sale photo created by freepik - www.freepik.com[/caption]

Restaurants

Jozi city is the gateway to cross-continental cuisine. Laced with restaurants and cafés exploring true Africana, you are sure to find dishes from Mzansi, Ghana and Nigeria to name a few. From award-winning curries to corner store Jolof rice and pepper fish, Joburg is a food tourist's dream come true. Thanks to the number of hotels and hostels in the neighbourhood, the food services in town marches to the beat of a very funky drum. As an added bonus, why not check out our article about the best-kept secrets in the Joburg CBD! Explore Restaurants In The Joburg CBD [caption id="attachment_115616" align="aligncenter" width="660"] Food photo created by timolina - www.freepik.com[/caption]

Entertainment

Joburg truly is a city that never sleeps. From rooftop bars to the hottest night clubs and corner cafe hangouts, there's always something going down in the City Of Gold. Some entertainment hot spots include the night clubs of Newtown, the rooftops of Maboneng, and the all-round goodness that is 1 Fox in Jeppestown and the newly developed Jewel City. No matter the jol, you will find it in the Joburg CBD. Explore Entertainment In The Joburg CBD [caption id="attachment_115617" align="aligncenter" width="660"]Joburg CBD Image By Julian van Jaarsveld[/caption]

Hotels & Accommodation 

With its ample amount of hotels, hostels, and even AirBnB offerings, the Johannesburg CBD is the place to lay your head when you’re all partied out. From the world-famous Zebra Inn to the legendary Main Street Life in Maboneng, there’s a place with a warm bed and a hot shower around almost every corner in this area. Check out Joburg CBD's accommodation offerings and book your stay soon! Explore Hotels & Accommodation In The Joburg CBD [caption id="attachment_115618" align="aligncenter" width="660"] Image By Marriott Hotels[/caption]

Property

Filled to the brim with young, hip, and creative people and bankers alike, the Joburg CBD is where the up-and-coming starter-uppers choose to reside. Thanks to the number of cafes and restaurants that offer free Wi-Fi, the streets are your office. Whether you’re looking to rent a studio apartment built out of old shipping containers or looking for a loft with a view, there’s something sure to suit your needs. Maboneng encourages the artistic and entrepreneurial spirit, has reasonably priced apartments– priced from around R300,000 – and offers residents an alternative to suburban living. Explore Property In The Joburg CBD [caption id="attachment_115620" align="aligncenter" width="660"]Joburg CBD City photo created by freepik - www.freepik.com[/caption]

Jobs

The Joburg CBD is where dreams are made - if you can make it here you can make it anywhere on earth. Home to some of the big companies including FNB, Anglo Gold and ABSA to name a few, it’s the corporate playground where big deals are made. With hot desks and boardroom rentals becoming a major trend in many business districts across the country, Jozi has taken up to this and offers rent-a-desk options as well. Thanks to new office spaces quite literally climbing the sky in the CBD, the job market has become more saturated as bigger companies expand their floor space to accommodate more staff. Explore Jobs In The Joburg CBD. [caption id="attachment_115621" align="aligncenter" width="660"]Joburg CBD Money photo created by freepik - www.freepik.com[/caption]

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