Maboneng Precinct
Maboneng Precinct
4.5
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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The Maboneng Precinct is a connected Urban neighbourhood in downtown Johannesburg. Maboneng is fast becoming Jo'burg's most unique and innovative area, offering live / work and entertainment opportunities within a fully integrated urban environment. Completed developments include Arts on Main and Main Street Life, Revolution House and more. Maboneng is also home to flagship fashion stores and diverse eateries and entertainment spaces.
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lewy11
United Kingdom94 contributions
Sep 2022
My favourite place for a pint and food. Travel by uber, multiple visit, pata pata is the top place for food. nice block to walk around and easy to get back
Written 30 July 2023
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languagestudent2016
Modesto, CA8 contributions
Jun 2023
We took a 2 hour walking tour of this area that we booked through Curiosity. Our guide was super knowlegable and friendly, and I would recommend this to anyone who wants an out-of-vehicle experience in Johaannesburg.
Written 21 June 2023
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Go17416198921
Greater Johannesburg, South Africa1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Couples
It was really sad to see this once vibrant location gone to the dogs.It is now like a sewer. 80% of the shops are closed and some are closing. Lots of drug addicts and homeless. The streets are littered with garbage.So folks stay far away.
Written 2 May 2023
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Zina B
7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
Nice place to visit, beautiful art work, nice shops and places to relax and enjoy good food. Photographer takes nice photos for reasonable price
Written 7 April 2023
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kate680
Orlando, FL89 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Since Covid the area has not rebounded and felt unsafe and trashy. Wouldn’t recommend going now as a tourist. Our guide said it was great before but it has changed.
Written 8 January 2023
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Dirk S
Nieuwegein, The Netherlands1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Couples
Completely run down, chaotic, dirty with trash and very unsafe for tourists. Did not want or let alone get out of the car to spend any time there.
Written 11 December 2022
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Siya
9 contributions
Aug 2022
Nice experience in the city lifestyle lots of night life ,you gotta love those gents taking you pictures but be careful they not for free but best to tell that you were at maboneng its so symbolic to social networks people love the place i do ,you have an option of local tarven and liquer store in case you wanna have a good time but on a budget well the pricing can be a bit pricey but its welcoming to everyone there's a lot of restuarants but do support local artist and local vendors most weekends gets busier lovely community but do keep in mind of celphone snatchers run with uber cars now and again but i encourage you to be on a look out but very nice vibe best lifestyle in the city.
Meet the rasta guy on the corner there along Pata Pata for loose cigarates for smokers and enjoy the experience ,i recomment Betrand for quite space love the staff there .
Meet the rasta guy on the corner there along Pata Pata for loose cigarates for smokers and enjoy the experience ,i recomment Betrand for quite space love the staff there .
Written 17 August 2022
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EvdWRotterdam
Rotterdam235 contributions
May 2022
We explored the neighbourhood with a guided walking tour, and hugely enjoyed the many beautiful murals and street art in this colourful re-developed neighbourhood.
Written 25 May 2022
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jeanette s
Mashpee, MA27 contributions
Oct 2021
We loved the experience not just the entertainment but the street art. We loved Bertrand Cafe and scheduled a return visit!
Written 6 December 2021
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jonson
24 contributions
Oct 2020
he vibe is electric and you're bound to have a laugh or two. There is a variety of restaurants that would meet your craving needs and countless art pieces that really take your breath away. There are really good photographers ready to capture every moment so all in all, your visit to Maboneng is memorable.
Written 19 January 2021
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Thanks for taking the time to review us.
We appreciate the feedback.
Do pop by soon again :)
Written 13 April 2021
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Hi! I know everyone usually parks in the street, but is there a parcade nearby? And if there is, what is the address and contact number?
CURIOCITY
Johannesburg, South Africa6 contributions
Hello Mariska,
We do have secure underground parking but it is limited so it is subject to availabilty.
There is 24-hour on-street private security.
pfwolf01
New York City, NY10 contributions
What is the difference between the neighborhood of Maboneng and the Maboneng Precinct? We are thinking of an airbnb is Maboneng, and not sure what is safe and not safe.
CURIOCITY
Johannesburg, South Africa6 contributions
Hello There!
It is one and the same neighborhood :)
We have 24-hour on-street security in the precinct.
You are more than welcome to also enquire with us about our sister hotel, The 12 decades Art Hotel.
Team Curiocity!
Do I have to pay to walk around and do restaurants
elouise36
Isle of Arran, UK158 contributions
No, you can explore the area freely - it is just a district within the city of Johannesburg. Obviously payment required when visiting restaurants etc - but there are some amazing great value street cafes selling the most delicious nutella crepes...... !
Linda E
San Diego, CA16 contributions
What hotel did you stay in in Maboneng and would you recommend it?
Martin M
Reading, UK24 contributions
I stayed at two AirBnB places, the first one was a spacious New York style warehouse apartment in Auret Street. When I extended my stay in Johannesburg found another Airbnb place in central Maboneng and it was a gated complex of small flats called Craftsmanship with security guards. I was impressed by the security and it was very close to the restaurants and boutiques. I saw one hotel in the area called Twelve decades and it seemed popular with tourists. Like I stated earlier I didn’t stay in the hotel therefore I cannot recommend. There are however backpackers places in the area or Fox Street which hosted a lot of tourists and was very cheap but I am not a backpacking person. Prices for Airbnb in the area are very affordable and personally thought it was good value for money considering I spent almost R1550/night at one of the hotels near the Airport.
How long would it take by car in peak morning traffic from Sandton
Duda P
Belo Horizonte, MG57 contributions
Olha confeso que depende muito do trânsito, porém imagino que seja cerca de 1 no maximo 2 horas.
karenincanoe
Charleston, SC2 contributions
Is it safe to take a taxi and just hang out ?
Kirreck
Somerset, NJ1Â 010 contributions
Yes - take an Uber, super cheap in South Africa. Mobeneng is very safe talk from street to another You'll find two safety workers patrolling on every corner. Yes, Central City is just a few blocks away but there is really no reason to venture out that far anyway
MargretS495
Rustenburg, South Africa27 contributions
Apart from the good vibes, is there anything specifically historical to see?
winstonlawrence123
Cape Town, South Africa14 contributions
Maboneng Township Arts Experience does guided tours of homes of locals, where local art is displayed, as well as tours of local attractions eg museum, graffiti walk..........
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- (0.00 km) Maboneng Studio Loft
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- Restaurants near Maboneng Precinct:
- (0.03 km) House of Baobab
- (0.03 km) The Blackanese Sushi & Wine Bar
- (0.04 km) Pata Pata
- (0.04 km) Living Room
- (0.04 km) Little Addis
- Attractions near Maboneng Precinct:
- (0.00 km) Ngubasha Travel and Tours
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- (0.05 km) B Artworks Gallery
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