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44 Stanley is fantastic. A great array of places to eat and drink and lots of interesting stores. Mostly all unique and non-franchise - making for interesting browsing and shopping including clothing, objets, plants and home wares. Well worth hanging out and enjoying the trendy Jhb vibe!

Since opening its doors in 1915, the Johannesburg Art Gallery's Lutyens home on the edge of Joubert Park has remained at the epicenter of Johannesburg's art on Sub-Saharan Africa. It houses collection of 17th century Dutch paintings, 18th and 19th century British and European art, 19th South Africa works, a large collection of 20th Century South African and International art, and a portfolio containing works from 15th century to the present.

Maboneng, is a seSotho word meaning “place of light”, a fitting name for a district that has fast become a centre of creative energy for Johannesburg’s urban artists. This magical urban neighbourhood is the centre of creative energy with a mix of restaurants, coffee shops, clothing boutiques, art galleries, retail and studio space. The precinct draws the inner-city public as well as the chic, art-going crowd of the city’s suburbs, bringing life back to this downtown Johannesburg neighbourhood. The area also drives Johannesburg tourism within the local and international tourist markets. Maboneng boasts an abundantly inclusive vibe, which a must see for everyone in Joburg and the world.

What began as an urban city farm has exploded into an epicentre of art, craft, artisanal skill, and a dedication to deliciousness. The old buildings have been restored to an extent, but many of the raw materials and layers have been left exposed to create a space that is inspiring and rugged. Within these spaces are artists and artisans that have dedicated their lives to creating and celebrating beauty in so many of its different forms. Here, visitors can find beautiful wooden creations, sculptures, paintings, silk-screened goods, glass art, photography, and loads more.

Rosebank African Craft Market is Johannesbur's largest market that celebrates the spirit of African entrepreneurship and sustains at least moer than 70 skilled African artisans. Some of the countries represented at the market include Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Zimbabwe, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Senegal and Togo. You can buy African masks, clothing, carvings, ceramics, beadwork and jewellery. While you can pick up many great souvenirs for the cost of a few rand, the market is also known for its range of African antiques, many of which are rare and collectable.