Bryanston

The affluent suburb of Bryanston is part of the Sandton area just north of Johannesburg's city centre. The chic 55-store Bryanston Shopping Centre caters for every need of the wealthy community, while the famous Country Club offers an 18-hole golf course, bowling greens, squash and tennis courts, a swimming pool and a lapa among gorgeous lush lawns, mighty ancient trees and beautiful bird life. Other highlights include: several world-class restaurants, a variety of fantastic entertainment centres, and an organic and natural market. Birders and nature enthusiasts should make sure to visit the Cumberland Bird Sanctuary to see the picturesque little dam and a diversity of species such as crested barbet, African hoopoe, weavers and sunbirds. There is also a lovely picnic spot here with tables and benches.