How to spend 48 hours in Joburg

IF YOU hate planning your trip or creating itineraries, then you are in luck. IOL Travel will create itineraries over the next few months to highlight certain South African destinations.

This week we feature Johannesburg. Below is a guide on how to plan a 48-hour trip to the city:

Arrive by 9am: Take an early morning flight to Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport. Arrange for a pick-up to your accommodation.

Lattelicious serves breakfast all day. There, you can enjoy their gourmet coffees, all-day breakfast, sandwiches, or tasty salads. Location: 40 Huddle Cresent, Club St, Linksfield.

2pm: Explore the culturally rich Maboneng Precinct. You’ll find plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, clothing boutiques, art galleries and retail spaces. There are plenty of walking, cycling and hiking tours to choose from.

7pm: After an eventful day at the precinct, The Marble restaurant will be perfect for a lovely tuck-in. Marble stays true to the historic South African tradition of cooking on fire – not just meat, but a range of food such as fish, poultry, veggies, and breads. For reservations, call 010 594 5550 or see https:// marble.restaurant/main-menu/

The next day

10am: Before exploring the city, have breakfast at Nice on 4th.

Their signature breakfast basket is a must-try. It’s filled with poached eggs and bacon and covered with spicy tomato relish (you can opt for salmon or vegetables instead of bacon). Location: 37 4th Ave, corner of 14th street, Parkhurst.

12.30pm: After breakfast, check out the Green Tour with the city sightseeing bus. After the tour, you’ll be invited to enjoy a burger meal at Rocco Mamas. For bookings, call 010 009 0095 or see www.citysightseeing.co.za

5.30pm: Sip sundowners on the terrace at Flames restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel in Westcliff. For dinner, try their signature herb butter and seasoning, which comes with your choice of side and sauce.

For bookings, see www.fourseasons.com/johannesburg/dining/restaurants/flames/.