Wes’s Local Guidebook

Wes
Wes’s Local Guidebook

Sightseeing

A short stroll to the North of Melville and you are at this reserve with panoramic views of Jozi. We recommend walking in groups, and we are always up for this adventure.
60 locals recommend
Melville Koppies Nature Reserve
4 Judith Rd
60 locals recommend
A short stroll to the North of Melville and you are at this reserve with panoramic views of Jozi. We recommend walking in groups, and we are always up for this adventure.
10 locals recommend
Westcliff Stairs
32 Crescent Dr
10 locals recommend
This big little slice of nature in the heart of Joburg is truly magnificent. Pack a picnic basket and revive your spirit among the birds and trees.
107 locals recommend
Johannesburg Botanical Garden
Olifants Road
107 locals recommend
This big little slice of nature in the heart of Joburg is truly magnificent. Pack a picnic basket and revive your spirit among the birds and trees.
A revived historic city park with an arty edge. Definitely worth an afternoon out.
18 locals recommend
The Wilds Municipal Nature Reserve
Houghton Drive
18 locals recommend
A revived historic city park with an arty edge. Definitely worth an afternoon out.

Food scene

Chopstix Melville
Tilt Coffee
75 4th Ave
Great place to stop for breakfast / brunch or grab a cup of coffee or light meal.
34 locals recommend
Service Station
24 9th St
34 locals recommend
Great place to stop for breakfast / brunch or grab a cup of coffee or light meal.
23 locals recommend
Cafe Picobella Trattoria
66 4th Ave
23 locals recommend
This new local favourite has a simple, well-priced menu, great drinks specials, relaxed atmosphere and the most incredible eclectic decor.
6 locals recommend
Emzini
12 Lewes Road
6 locals recommend
This new local favourite has a simple, well-priced menu, great drinks specials, relaxed atmosphere and the most incredible eclectic decor.

Social

Let the pros fix you a drink while you mingle with the locals at this great little neighborhood bar.
9 locals recommend
Smoking Kills Bar
4th Avenue
9 locals recommend
Let the pros fix you a drink while you mingle with the locals at this great little neighborhood bar.
Grab a few tapas and a classic cocktail at this great local spot.
6 locals recommend
The Anti Social Social Club
9 7th St
6 locals recommend
Grab a few tapas and a classic cocktail at this great local spot.
Karaoke Kong

Shopping

16 locals recommend
Rand Steam Shopping Centre
Napier Road
16 locals recommend
This buzzing centre offers great food and drink, local retail and boutique-style stores.
39 locals recommend
44 Stanley
44 Stanley Ave
39 locals recommend
This buzzing centre offers great food and drink, local retail and boutique-style stores.

Galleries

35 locals recommend
Keyes Art Mile
21 Keyes Ave
35 locals recommend
47 locals recommend
Goodman Gallery
163 Jan Smuts Ave
47 locals recommend
Great studio in the city with tons of works from local artists.
Artist Proof Studio
Boundary Road
Great studio in the city with tons of works from local artists.