School Holidays 2023 Johannesburg have arrived and we all know what that means. The kids are looking for a myriad of things to keep them busy until the new school term calls them back. So you’re wracking your brain trying to figure out all the fun ways you can entertain them while still trying to maintain your sanity and budget.
Fear not! The Mother City is an entertainment paradise and there’s plenty to keep the little ones occupied. Here are six kid-friendly activities that are under R170.
Putt-Putt
The fresh breeze of the ocean mixed with your little ones’ competitive spirit is sure to put a smile on their face as they brush up on their putting skills. This popular spot is situated along Sea Point Promenade and is an awesome way to get the whole family involved.
- Location: Beach Road, Sea Point
- Operating Times: Monday to Sunday 9am to 9pm
- Cost: R40 per player (one game) | R80 per player (three games) | R32 per player (group play – ten or more players)
Burn some energy at The Bike Park
The Bike Park at Constantia Uitsig offers extreme fun for the kids that’s bound to work off some excess energy this holiday. Watch as your little Evel Knievel bikes over bridges, ramps and the expansive dirt paths that this bike park has to offer.
There are some kid-friendly pump tracks that are also perfect for beginners with a few exciting drop-offs thrown into the mix.
- Location: Spaanschemat River Road, Porter Reform Estate
- Operating Times: Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm | Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5pm
- Cost: R50 entry ticket per hour
Rush Indoor Trampoline Park
How many times have you caught your kid jumping on the bed or the couch? Well, Rush Indoor Trampoline Park in Claremont offers a fun way for them to indulge their inner jumper while burning off their endless energy. The best part? Adults get to join in on the fun too!
- Location: Stadium on Main, 25 Stegman Road, Claremont
- Operating Times: Tuesday to Thursday 9am to 7pm | Friday and Saturday 9am to 8pm | Sunday and Monday 9am to 6pm
- Cost: R150 one hour all access ticket
A visit to the Scratch Patch
A visit to Scratch Patch and Cave Golf is always a great idea. The convenient go-to option is the V&A Waterfront branch but you could turn it into an all-day adventure by checking out the one in Simon’s Town. Tiger’s Eye, Rose Quartz and a few other precious stones are up for grabs when visiting this captivating spot.
- Location: 1 Dock Road, V&A Waterfront | Dido Valley Road, Simon’s Town
- Operating Times: Monday to Friday 9am to 4:45pm | Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5:30pm | Simon’s Town opens at 8:30am.
- Cost: R30 (small bag) | R45 (medium bag) | R140 (large bag) | R90 (cup)
Glide on the ice
There’s definitely no better way to beat the holiday boredom than by gliding on the ice. GrandWest Casino’s famous ice rink, The Ice Station, is the perfect spot to do that. Bring an extra jacket and don’t forget your socks, slip on some ice skates and enjoy everything that this self-proclaimed Winter Wonderland has to offer.
The Ice Station offers one-and-a-half-hour sessions throughout the day.
- Location: Grand West Casino, 1 Jakes Gerwel Drive, Acacia Park
- Operating Times: Monday and Tuesday 10am to 4pm | Wednesday and Thursday 10am to 7:30pm | Friday to Sunday 10am to 11:30pm
- Cost: R65 to R80 per person, depending on the session
Embark on adventures at Bugz Playpark
Bugz Playpark is a hive of kiddie activities. Between fun rides, an exciting indoor area and a refreshing splash zone, the little ones won’t know what to do with themselves.
What makes this park extra special is the array of activities available are geared towards improving social skills, imagination, creativity skills and motor skills. A large wooden treehouse, mud kitchen, and rainbow jungle gym are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Bugz Play Park.
- Location: 56 Tarentaal Road, Joostenberg Vlakte
- Operating Times: Monday to Sunday 10am to 4pm
- Cost: R160 (VIP Day Pass for kids three to 12 years old), R100 (Rainy day – rides closed), R55 (Adults and teenagers), Free entry for kids under three years
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