Jozi Walking Adventure: The Hidden History Exposed!

Schedule

Sat, 11 Jan, 2025 at 09:00 am

UTC+02:00

Location

Newtown Junction | Johannesburg, GT

Advertisement
11 January
We explore the heart of old town Jozi the find the hidden history on this epic walking adventure!
Who were the two men named George who discovered the gold, and why didn’t the get rich?
What was the pyrite panic the swept across the Rand in 1890?
Who was the fearsome pick handle Mary?
Coffee and the first car in town – interesting connection.
How did two doctors save the gold mining industry y?
Why was Braamfontein a very unlucky fontein?
Henry Marhsall’s legacy: beer or buildings?
If you are interested in more than the superficial history, this adventure is for you!
Starting in Newtown (Safe parking) we set out on a walk of 4km, the tour starts at 09:00 and concludes around 12:30. We stop for coffee at Gandi Square.
book on the website or send a mail to janet@timetravellerjozi.co.za
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Newtown Junction, Truworths, 839, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa,Johannesburg

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

TimeTraveller Adventures

Host or Publisher TimeTraveller Adventures

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Johannesburg

Paint & Sip: Yin-Yang Koi
Sat, 11 Jan, 2025 at 02:00 pm Paint & Sip: Yin-Yang Koi

The Creatory

Vision Board Masterclass
Sun, 12 Jan, 2025 at 09:00 am Vision Board Masterclass

The Creatory

Fordsburg (Foodsburg) Food & History Tour. Black Friday: Take R100 off!!
Sun, 12 Jan, 2025 at 11:00 am Fordsburg (Foodsburg) Food & History Tour. Black Friday: Take R100 off!!

Fordsburg Square

BLACK-FRIDAY FOOD-DRINKS
TIDAL WAVES + JASPER DAN
Sun, 12 Jan, 2025 at 01:00 pm TIDAL WAVES + JASPER DAN

The Troyeville

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Paint & Sip: Buddha
Sun, 12 Jan, 2025 at 02:00 pm Paint & Sip: Buddha

The Creatory

ART FINE-ARTS
2025 Goal Setting Workshop - Online
Tue, 14 Jan, 2025 at 09:30 am 2025 Goal Setting Workshop - Online

Johannesburg

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Jozi Walking Adventure: The Hidden History Exposed!
Sat, 11 Jan, 2025 at 09:00 am Jozi Walking Adventure: The Hidden History Exposed!

Newtown Junction

TRIPS-ADVENTURES
VINYL & VINTAGE Market - January edition
Sat, 11 Jan, 2025 at 11:00 am VINYL & VINTAGE Market - January edition

Victoria Yards

PARTIES ENTERTAINMENT
Hiking Day
Sat, 25 Jan, 2025 at 08:00 am Hiking Day

Delta Park

TRIPS-ADVENTURES TREKKING
Empower Yourself in 2025: Financial Wellness Hike & Picnic
Sat, 01 Feb, 2025 at 07:30 am Empower Yourself in 2025: Financial Wellness Hike & Picnic

Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens

HEALTH-WELLNESS TRIPS-ADVENTURES
JAZZ IN THE LIGHTS
Sat, 29 Mar, 2025 at 10:00 am JAZZ IN THE LIGHTS

The Johannesburg Zoo

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
SOUL MEETS GOSPEL PICNIC
Sat, 05 Apr, 2025 at 10:00 am SOUL MEETS GOSPEL PICNIC

Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens

TRIPS-ADVENTURES KIDS
Jozi Kota Festival (Newtown JHB)
Sat, 05 Apr, 2025 at 10:00 am Jozi Kota Festival (Newtown JHB)

The Station ZA

FESTIVALS TRIPS-ADVENTURES

What's Happening Next in Johannesburg?

Discover Johannesburg Events