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Magaliesburg in Winter: Why It's the Best Season for a Day Trip
Why Magaliesburg is better in winter: sunny highveld days, golden veld, comfort food in the garden and cosy vintage browsing on a day trip from Joburg.
Updated 24 Sept 2026
Romantic Things to Do in Magaliesburg for Couples
Romantic things to do in Magaliesburg for couples: a sunrise balloon flight, a long garden lunch, vintage finds to share and a golden-hour sunset.
Updated 24 Sept 2026
A Magaliesburg Day Trip from Johannesburg: A Local's Itinerary
What to do in Magaliesburg for a day, from locals: the Cradle of Humankind, lunch near Maropeng, six vintage shops under one roof and sundowners.
Updated 24 Sept 2026
Antique Shops in Magaliesburg: A Collector's Guide to MelonRouge
Looking for antique shops in Magaliesburg? Antiques, second-hand books, vinyl and vintage clothing on one estate at MelonRouge, plus tips for new collectors.
Updated 24 Sept 2026
Vinyl Records in South Africa: Why They Still Matter, and Where to Dig
Why vinyl records are back in South Africa, what makes a record valuable, and where to buy and sell vinyl near Johannesburg at AvoRecords in Magaliesburg.
Updated 24 Sept 2026
Things to Do in Magaliesburg With Kids (and Dogs)
Family-friendly things to do in Magaliesburg with kids and dogs: a dog-friendly garden restaurant with a jungle gym, the Cradle of Humankind, farms and trails.
Updated 24 Sept 2026