Johannesburg birthday freebies: Three not to miss out on!

Check out these free things to do on your birthday in Johannesburg. Photo: Qaiser Islam / flickr

Who doesn’t love a birthday freebie? Here are three awesome things SA citizens can do in Johannesburg for free on their birthday!

Check out these free things to do on your birthday in Johannesburg. Photo: Qaiser Islam / flickr

Free entry at Gold Reef City Theme park

What’s free: Gold Reef City Theme park offers birthday boys and girls a free entry ticket on the day of their birthday. You will be able to enjoy over 50 rides and attractions for absolutely free, and it’s open to all ages! The free entry ticket should be used on the day of your birthday, but should your birthday fall on a day the park is closed, you can visit the Park only on the Sunday closest to your birthday.

How to book: No prior online booking is required for the birthday person if you are visiting on the day of your birthday. However, if you’re visiting with friends or family, online bookings for them still apply. Don’t forget to bring along proof of identification!

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Johannesburg City Sightseeing for the kids

What’s free: City Sightseeing Kids’ Club members will receive a free birthday ticket for them as well as a friend! Kids who hop on board will also receive a fun activity pack to keep them busy whilst on the trip. The free vouchers are valid for four weeks, one week before the date of birth and three weeks after. The friend accompanying the child needs to be under 15 years of age.

How to book: Registrations are free and need to be made here, a minimum of two weeks prior to the child’s birthday in order to qualify for the free vouchers.

A free trip for kids. Photo: @JoburgRedBus / twitter

Free ride on The Harties Cableway

What’s free: Just a short drive from Johannesburg, visitors to Hartbeespoort will find that the Harties Cableway offers you a free gift on your birthday. Enjoy the glorious views from the cableway and then celebrate your special day at the top! Don’t forget to bring along proof of identification to show that it is indeed your birthday!

How to book: Bookings can be made on webtickets here, just select the ‘Birthday Special’ option.

Sundeeka Mungroo

Sundeeka Mungroo is a content writer, foodie and all-round adventure-seeker. She's a graduate of the University of South Africa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature, and has worked as a copywriter and editor in the digital marketing industry. Sundeeka currently writes for I Love South Africa and The South African. She lives in the beautiful Mother City and loves exploring all that South Africa has to offer.