7 Fun Things To Do In Kempton Park

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A beautiful place located between Pretoria south and Johannesburg’s northeast is Kempton Park, Africa.

This place was founded in the year 1903.

There was an airport also built just beside this place and was named as the Jan Smuts Airport.

Later this was renamed as Johannesburg International Airport in 1990’s and finally from the year 2006 to till date, this airport is called as the OR Tambo International airport.

 

Kempton Park

 

This place Kempton Park, Africanis having all the facilities that are required for any

tourist to enjoy at this place

like it is having many things for entertainment, beaches, shopping malls and many museums as well.

If you are planning for a long trip at this place, then you can plan it with confidence as there are many hotels and tourist resort which are going to offer you a comfortable stay here in the Kempton Park with all comforts that you need on your holiday trip.

Tembisa is one of the largest townships in South Africa and Kempton Park is very close to this place.

The Kelvin power station, which is one of the largest power stations in Kempton is also situated in this place.

Best time to visit Kempton Park ?

This place is so beautiful and has such good climate that it keeps welcoming its guests round the year.

You will be able to enjoy the trip to Kempton Park at any time of the year.

It is completely your choice on when to plan the trip as the weather is going to support you always.

The warmest month in Kempton Park is January but the climate is a little warm from December through February.

July is said to be the coolest month in Kempton Park.

January is also having the highest rainfall and it is wettest month as well.

Now coming to the driest month of Kempton Park, it is June.

So now that you are having complete details about the weather conditions of Kempton Park, now you should plan your trip to this place based on which weather conditions do you prefer the most.

 

Visit Kempton Park

 

If you are planning the trip along with your family, then you should plan the trip by considering the age group of the people traveling along with you.

If you have adults or kids traveling along with you then you should make sure that you are planning it well.

Kids and adults need more concentration than others.

If you are planning it with your friends then you can be assured that your trip is going to be fantastic, but even then you should be sure that you are carrying right clothes and shoes along with you.

Best things to do in Kempton Park

These are my

favorite things

to do and beautiful places to visit on your next holiday to Kempton Park .

Emperors Palace Hotel Casino

One of the most fantastic things in Kempton Park that you should not miss.

If you are someone who has always played the online casino games as your country does not permit the casino games, then this is the place for you.

You can at least enjoy the real traditional casinos here.

Casinos are normally a bit costly, but the fun and the entertainment that you get at these casinos is worth and you are going to spend just once when you are on your trip Kempton Park.

 

Emperors Palace Hotel Casino

 

A very good place to have fun along with your friends.

If you are too lucky then there are chances that you might win more than what you spend at these casinos.

Playing at least once in a traditional live casino is going to be a great experience for all the casino lovers.

So if you are a casino lover then do not miss the chance of playing at the Emperors Palace Hotel Casino.

There are many varieties of casino games that you can play this casino, but you will have some wait here at the traditional casinos which you don’t have at the online casinos.

So you need to have a lot of patience.

My favorite stuff to do in Kempton Park

Kempton Park Golf Course

There are many things as part of the tourist attractions in Kempton Park and one of those is Golf course.

Playing golf is always relaxing for many golf players.

Golf lovers can play Golf in any place and at any time.

For all those golf lovers we have a Kempton Park Golf Course.

On your trip to Kempton Park, you also get a chance to enjoy the Kempton Park Golf Course.

The game is very interesting and challenging as well.

 

Kempton Park Golf Course

 

Ernie Els has learned how to golf at this golf course only.

The layout is having 18 holes, the first nine holes are suitable for players of any kind, beginners or experts.

But the last nine holes are good just for the experts as they are going to be very challenging for beginners.

The fairways and water pools are really excellent for you and your family to spend some quality time.

You can also enjoy drinks at the bar that you have inside the premises of the Kempton Park Golf Course.

Now do not miss the fun of your golf in your vacation.

What else to do in Kempton Park ?

Theatre of Marcellus

This place Theatre of Marcellus is situated in the Emperor’s palace, just adjacent to the casino hall.

You can see many major events being hosted at this place and this is a place that you should definitely visit.

This theatre is being used for multi purpose.

In a cinematic style, this theatre can accommodate up to 900 people and in banquet style it can accommodate up to 500 members at a time.

 

Theatre of Marcellus

 

You can see many musical shows, dance shows and many plays are also being played here.

There are many

popular TV shows of South Africa

and many other international shows have been shot here.

There is a huge list of the most famous people who have performed on this stage and this is the best place for musical events and dance shows.

Popular Kempton Park tourist attractions

Dinokeng Game Reserve

A very interesting place for both kids and also adults where you will be able see Rhinos, elephants, lions, Buffalos, leopard and many other animals.

This is a place where you can see animals roaming freely in the reserve and you will be able to see them very close to you.

You will just have to spend a few hours to have a look at the complete Dinokeng Game Reserve.

 

Dinokeng Game Reserve

 

But if you wish to stay here for more than one day, then you should definitely book in advance for accomodation.

You will find very few lodges near this place and can be tough to get accomodation suddenly if you are reaching there during the season.

 

Dinokeng Game Reserve

 

Your kids will love this place a lot because they get a chance to see many animals very close and they will enjoy the animals moving just beside them.

Get complete information about the animals and their migration season so that you do not miss the whole fun of enjoying the wild animals.

Is Kempton Park worth visiting?

The answer is Yes.

Kempton Park is worth visiting.

This is because it is such a magical place


full of beauty and adventours.


Make sure you visit the following stunning lagoon:

Monsoon Lagoon

A great place for you to enjoy the nightlife in Kempton Park.

This is the

top place

in Kempton for enjoying a very exciting night.

This night club was started in the year 2000 and is still the best night club in Kempton.

This night club is having many national and international DJ’s performing here.

Now, at Monsoon Lagoon it is not the trend of DJ’s rather it is the sounds and lights that are playing an important role.

When you are at Monsoon Lagoon during the night, then you are going experience bubbles falling on you, snow falling and water mist as well.

If you are not satisfied with all these and you are expecting something more such a night club then you will definitely by happy with the Monsoon dancers, you can see non stop dance shows and cat walks being shown there.

The dancers of Monsoon Lagoon are exclusive just for this night club.

Their performance is really amazing.

If you want to enjoy the nightlife of Kempton, then you should definitely spend one night at this night club and you will get the right meaning of nightlife in Kempton.

So now add this

place to your favorite

to do list of Kempton.

Do not miss it.

What else to see in Kempton Park ?

Birch Acres Mall

One of the newest shopping malls in

South Africa, which is very close to Kempton Park

.

The total area is 26 thousand square meters.

You will be able to find more than sixty five retail stores where you can buy many branded products.

There is a wide range of category list to choose from for shopping at this place.

This

place is going to be very interesting

and entertaining for both kids and adults as there are many things to shop, eat, drink and have complete fun.

You will have very good parking area and 24 hour security facilities here.

You should definitely visit this place if you want to shop something very interesting from Kempton.

Popular places to visit in Kempton Park

Krugersdorp Game Reserve

A good place for kids and adults as well.

You will get a chance to see many interesting animals here like elephant, Lion, Hippo, Rhino, Tigers, Leopard and many other animals.

If you are someone who want to see these wild animals very close to you then you should not

miss this place

.

You can also see many species of birds at this place.

You will get a chance of seeing many animals fighting with each other and this is going to be really exciting and you cannot miss it at any cost.

This place is very close to Kempton Park.

The place is very well maintained.

Things to do around Kempton Park

Modderfontein Golf Club

Another interesting place for the people who love playing Golf.

Modderfontein Golf Club is founded in the year 1935 and this place was opened by Bobby Locke.

The Golf course is very challenging and very interesting play for all kinds of players.

You will love the fairways and the waters of thos Golf course.

The place is very well maintained and the staff at this place are also very friendly.

This Modderfontein Golf Club is

rated one among the top 100 best golf courses in South Africa

.

This Golf course is also very closely located in Kempton and you must not miss playing at such a wonderful Golf course.

You also have drinks and food facility at this golf course and if you wish to stay at this place and enjoy the game for more than one day then you can even stay here.

There are many annual packages and membership facilities available for this golf course and you can choose the one that suits your requirement and how often you would like to visit this place in the coming days.

This place is really interesting to play as every hole here is challenging and you would definitely come back.

Do try this golf course if you love playing golf.

Things to do in Kempton Park with kids

Hunyani Snake City

Did you anytime see snakes?

You might have seen them in your television or you might have seen just the dead snakes.

But have you see may live snakes just in front of you?

If you have not seen and wish to see then this is the place for you.

At Hunyani Snake City, you will get a chance to see many live snakes.

If you are on a trip to Kempton Park along with your family, then your kids are going to love this place.

They may be a little scared at the beginning, but they will love it for sure.

You can see mambas, Eyeball cobras, king snakes, rattlesnakes,

anacondas

, pythons, crocodiles and many other reptiles at this place Hunyani Snake City.

This is also known as Hunyani Reptile Educational Breeding Centre and there will be many shows to see all these live snakes.

This place is open from Monday to Saturday.

You have shows at 11 am, 3 pm and also at 5 pm.

From Monday to Friday it is open from 9 am to 6 pm and on Saturdays it is just open from 9am to 5pm.

If possible, try to book your show tickets in advance so that you do not have to miss the show and comeback again.

If you are planning your trip on Saturdays then you can expect a lot of the crowd, that is because you can see many local people coming to see the show along with the tourists.

Must see places in Kempton Park

Dunblane Equestrian Lifestyle

Get ready all horse lovers, if you are confused on how to take care of your horse then this is the right place for you.

You will be trained on how to take care of your horses.

There are many people who do not know how to take care of horses, but this place will train you how to understand the world from the horse’s point of view and how to get closer to your horse.

 

Dunblane Equestrian Lifestyle

Dunblane Equestrian Lifestyle will train you on all these factors.

You will be able to develop a natural relationship with your favorite horse and your horse will fall in love with you for sure because of the way you are able to understand it and treat it.

You will have a two day session where you will have to participate with a horse and that would cost you R 2000.

If you want an overnight stay at this place, then you should make the bookings in advance.

 

Dunblane Equestrian Lifestyle

 

If you just want to have a look at this lace as a spectator then you will have to pay R 200 per person and you will get a chance to see many horses there.

Do not miss it and this place is very close to Kempton Park.

You can hire a good guide who can help you in seeing all these places.

Free things to do in Kempton Park

Sandton City

For a world class shopping experience you should not miss Sandton City in Kempton Park.

This

shopping mall

was opened in the year 1973, you get unparalleled shopping experience at this place.

This is one of the best and top shopping malls in South Africa.

Elegance and Luxury are the synonyms for this Sandton City shopping mall.

Do not miss to visit this place even if you are not interested in shopping here.

The building itself is going to look excellent in the night lights.

There are many restaurants as well at this place where you can enjoy a nice dinner along with family.

 

Sandton City

 

There are many interesting places to see in and around Kempton Park.

There are lots more places to see and enjoy here.

You can have the best time of your life at these interesting places in Kempton Park.

There are many other Golf courses and wildlife reserves to see and enjoy in this place.

If you are planning a good long trip to this place, then you can enjoy all the tourist attractions of this place.

Plan your trip well in advance and you can definitely enjoy a great trip to Kempton Park along with your family or friends.

Have a fantastic trip to Kempton Park along with your family or friends.

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