A Journey Through History: Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre
Explore the Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre, where history meets education in a powerful memorial to the past and a call for future tolerance.
The Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre offers a poignant exploration of humanity's past, highlighting the Holocaust and genocides through engaging exhibits and educational programs. Visitors can immerse themselves in powerful narratives that foster understanding and remembrance.
A brief summary to Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre
- 1 Duncombe Rd, Johannesburg, Forest Town, 2193, ZA
- +27116403100
- Visit website
- Monday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
- Tuesday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
- Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
- Saturday 9 am-3 pm
- Sunday 9 am-3 pm
Local tips
- Plan your visit during weekdays for a quieter experience, especially if you prefer to engage deeply with the exhibits.
- Consider joining a guided tour for a more comprehensive understanding of the exhibits and their historical significance.
- Check the centre's schedule for special events or lectures that may enhance your visit.
- Allow ample time to explore the resource centre if you are interested in further research on the Holocaust and genocides.
- Respect the solemn nature of the exhibitions; maintain a quiet demeanor to honor the memory of those depicted.
Getting There
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Bus
Start at the Pretoria Station. Take the Gautrain to Park Station in Johannesburg. From Park Station, exit and walk to the nearby Bus Station. Catch the Rea Vaya bus B1 (Blue Line) towards Soweto. Alight at the 'Braamfontein' stop. Walk to the Braamfontein taxi rank and take a minibus taxi heading to Forest Town or directly to the Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre. Inform the driver of your destination, which is located at 1 Duncombe Rd, Forest Town. The taxi should drop you off nearby.
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Taxi (Minibus)
While at Pretoria Station, find a minibus taxi that is heading to Johannesburg. You can ask locals for the right taxi. Once you reach Johannesburg, ask the driver to drop you off at the nearest point to Forest Town. From there, you may need to walk a short distance to reach the Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre located at 1 Duncombe Rd.
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Walking from Johannesburg
If you are already in Johannesburg city center, head towards the Museum Africa. From there, walk northeast on the main street until you reach the intersection with Jan Smuts Avenue. Turn left on Jan Smuts Avenue and continue walking until you reach the traffic lights at the intersection with Duncombe Rd. Turn right onto Duncombe Rd, and the Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre will be on your left.
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