General Information
Important information when travelling to Johannesburg
Read MoreTransport & Car Rental
Joburg is very spread out with no single city centre but rather a number of different centres and neighbourhoods. Fortunately Craighall Park is very centrally located for easy access to the central suburbs and areas of Rosebank, Sandton, Randburg and Joburg Central.
Read MoreAmenities Close By
Craighall Park is a wonderful mix of rural country, suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Under 3 km from Rosebank, Joburg’s 3rd largest high-rise commercial, financial and shopping district, and only 7 km from Sandton Central.
Read MoreWhat to do and see in Joburg
Visitors are still pleasantly surprised at how much there is to do and see in Joburg and many leave saying they wished they’d had more time. So don’t make the same mistake!
Read MoreEating out near Liz at Lancaster
There is a huge variety of eateries in Joburg with each neighbourhood having its local favourites. Although there are 2 websites where you can find restaurants' details and reviews:
Read MoreEntertainment & Night Life
Nightlife in Johannesburg is lively and dynamic. From cocktail bars to jazz clubs full of life until dawn, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Read MoreShopping
There is shopping and there is SHOPPING .. to the everyday and ordinary shopping first. Liz at Lancaster is very conveniently located for general access to local shopping and amenities. There are several local shopping areas within easy reach.
Read MoreMuseums & Attractions
Johannesburg is filled with a variety of museums focused on everything from art to the origins of mankind. Explore the region's heritage, its monuments, and its parks and gardens.
Read MoreBuying Art & Artefacts
Most Galleries are closed Sundays and Mondays. For up-to-date news in the local arts scene go to www.artslink.co.za. The Mail and Guardian has an arts section in its Friday Supplement.
Read MoreGolfing
There are 10 golf courses within a 20 km range of Liz at Lancasters. Most Golf Clubs allow non-members to play on certain days - please check with the club which days are open to non-members as well as rates for a round.
Read MoreNature, Wildlife & Birding
There are plenty of areas in and around Joburg where your love of nature, wildlife and birding can be indulged.
Read MoreJoburg for Kids
For ongoing and current activities for children see the excellent website www.jozikids.co.za. In addition to this there are some standard attractions for children.
Read MoreOrigins of Humankind
The Cradle of Humankind is one of 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Africa. The Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site lies about 50km north-west of Johannesburg in an area of rolling grassland.
Read MoreSoweto & Alex
There is a lot to do and see in Soweto. One of the best ways to see Soweto is on a cycling or tuk-tuk tour. Several of our guests have done so and have loved it.
Read MorePretoria
Three significant sites encapsulate post-settler South African history. These are the Union Buildings, Voortrekker Monumen and post 1994 Freedom Park.
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