Jozi's Art and Galleries, Private tour

Arrive at Johannesburg International Airport, where you will meet your tour guide, who will drive you to your hotel and assist with the check-in procedures. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the hotel amenities. Since the first gold rush in 1886, Johannesburg has never lost its frenetic pace. It has been described as the ‘golden heartbeat of Africa’, a place of commerce and opportunity, and one of the most diverse cities in the world. Johannesburg is the capital of the Gauteng Province, the smallest, but wealthiest in the country, with the largest economy of any metropolitan region of sub-Sahara Africa. 

Overnight in Johannesburg.

Start the day with a delicious breakfast followed by a trip to the famous Rosebank art strip. The galleries on Johannesburg’s art strip collectively represent a lot of what South African art has to offer, a diverse cross-section of South Africa’s modern art industry. 

Explore the magnificent Warren Siebert's Modern & Contemporary Art Gallery and admire numerous works signed by the black pioneers of South African art, including famous artists like Gerard Sekoto, Gerard Bhengu and Gladys Mgundlandlu. 

Afterwards, visit David Krut Projects, located right next door and filled with interesting prints by South African contemporary artists like Penny Siopis, William Kentridge and David Koloane. Artspace, also alongside, has a reputation for good deals on a range of modern art. These three galleries have been joined by Resolution Gallery, focusing on digital and new media art, and Gallery 2, which promotes both established and emerging South African artists. 

Across the road, you will find the Goodman Gallery, a leader in contemporary art and sculpture, presenting artists like David Goldblatt, Kudzanai Chiurai and Hasan and Hussain Essop. Further up the road, the Kim Sacks Gallery exhibits ceramics and artefacts from across Africa, as well as cutting-edge designer pieces from South Africa. 

After exploring some of the most impressive South African art galleries, return to your hotel and relax, getting ready for a new day filled with artistic experiences.

Overnight in Johannesburg.

Indulge in a tasty breakfast at your hotel before continuing to explore creative Johannesburg. Art is not just restricted to galleries, so today you will focus on street art. No longer just part of gang culture, street art is important for the city´s artistic scene, especially in the surrounding concrete jungle. To see and understand the best works, you will be guided by an extra guide specialized in finding and interpreting these pieces of art. Enjoy this walking art safari in Johannesburg CBD and Soweto and admire graffiti created by local and even international artists. Visit Funda Art Centre, part of the African Institute of Art & Funda Community Centre, where the next generation of artists is training, predominantly in visual arts – same as in Legapa Gallery Soweto.

Overnight in Johannesburg. 

Have breakfast at the hotel and begin exploring with JAG, short for Johannesburg Art Gallery! The gallery, situated in the heart of Johannesburg’s central business district, on the edge of Joubert Park, offers art enthusiast the chance to admire 15 exhibition halls and collections ranging from 15th-century Europe to contemporary African art. 

After wandering around the fascinating pieces of art at JAG, make a change of scenery and move on to Arts on Main, a new project which is breathing new life into the city centre and is an important feature on the South African arts and crafts landscape. This inner-city development provides a stimulating space for artists from many disciplines, including film, literature and contemporary art, to create and sell their work. 

Check out the galleries and art cafes on your own, before you return to your hotel to get ready for a memorable night. In the evening, you have the great opportunity to dine and be entertained like a local at Tanz Cafe, a real Jozi institution, spoiling you with light meals and local music! Dinner is included.

Overnight in Johannesburg. 

Begin your last day in Johannesburg with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Spend some time at leisure before your guide will pick you up and transfer you to the airport. Have a safe journey!