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Carlton Centre

3.5 · 445 reviews
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The Carlton Centre is a 50-story skyscraper in downtown Johannesburg, once the tallest building in Africa. Its observation deck, known as the Top of Africa, offers 360-degree views of the city and surrounding areas, including the Magaliesberg mountains on clear days. The building also houses offices and a shopping center. Visitors take a high-speed elevator to the 50th floor, where they can enjoy the vista and take photos. It's a must-visit for first-time visitors to get a lay of the land.

Don't miss

  • Panoramic views from the Top of Africa observation deck on the 50th floor
  • Photo opportunities of the Johannesburg skyline and beyond
  • Shopping at the Carlton Centre mall located in the building

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Ways to visit Carlton Centre

You can see Carlton Centre on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.

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