Since it first opened its doors 2 decades ago, the Bassline has been widely regarded as the best live music venue in Johannesburg. Their policy of promoting cross-cultural musical exchanges and nurturing new talent, whilst delivering crowd-pleasing performances, has kept this jazz club at the forefront of the local music scene. more

The Sophiatown Bar Lounge is inspired by the multicultural Johannesburg suburb from which it takes its name. Historically, Sophiatown was a hive of creativity and political activism. In the first half of the 20th century, it produced some of South Africa’s most famous jazz musicians. Today, this Newtown jazz venue celebrates their legacy. more

Located opposite the Market Theatre Complex and, the Mary Fitzgerald Square, Niki’s Oasis is a Johannesburg jazz venue that is committed to the development of young South African jazz artists. Along with its live music, the venue serves up traditional South African food, in a relaxed and welcoming environment. more

Mercury Live is a top class music venue in Cape Town, right up the road from the Cape Technikon and close to the city itself. Incorporating 2 venues playing a large mix of music, it is one of the best places in Cape Town to hear South African tunes. more

South Africa live music venues offer a platform for a gratifying variety of music genres, whether it be Kwaito, R&B, jazz, the Blues, World Music or good old rock 'n roll. Aside from offering the adventurous music pilgrim the best of local music, these venues also serve as valuable launchpads for local acts to voice their talent. more

The Radium Beer Hall was once an illicit speakeasy, selling alcohol on the sly. These days, however, it is among the most popular pubs in the country and a vivid introduction to Johannesburg's nightlife and music scene. more

The Perseverance Tavern in Cape Town has been going strong for over 100 years and seems likely to continue for another century or two thanks to its old-world charm. Built in 1808, this tavern in Cape Town is a refreshing historical attraction. more

In South Africa pubs and sports bars can be found anywhere and everywhere, in the remotest of towns and the busiest of cities. Though each cater for specific needs and tastes, one thing they all have in common is the ice-cold South African beer they serve more

If you are in the Free State, stop in at the legendary Mystic Boer, Bloemfontein, a favourite South African pub. Here you can grab a beer, shoot a few rounds of pool and listen to some of the best South Africa’s alternative bands. more

The Khuwana Tavern may have started out as a run-down Pretoria shebeen but it has since been transformed in to a lively pub that retains its original laidback atmosphere and draws customers from all over Pretoria and beyond. more

Johannesburg’s Constitution Hill remembers the horrors of the past, and yet embraces the promises of the future, marrying them with the reality of the present. It is home to the Constitutional Court, the birthplace of our democracy and protector of our human rights. more

The Cape Dutch style is synonymous with architecture in the Cape. Anyone with an eye for architecture and history will revel in the beautiful simplicity of the style and the stories that come with it. For those whose bent is elsewhere, the architecture is also strongly linked to the wine region. more

The Johannesburg Zoo has not only successfully bred some of the world's rarest animals, it has also introduced a range of visitor programmes that keeps locals and vistors enthralled. This zoo in Johannesburg is a must for all wildlife enthusiasts. more

The Johannesburg Art Gallery's incredible collection of art includes sculpture, multi-media displays, painting, etching and photography. Discover works by Rodin, Dante, Gabriel Rossetti, Picasso, Monet and Moore sitting alongside work by South Africa's Gerard Sekoto, Alexis Preller, Maud Sumner, Sydney Kumalo and Ezrom Legae. more