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Nearby Medical School and Wits Medical School.
More info about Parktown
Not much of Victorian Parktown still exists, but the modern Parktown is characterised by a series of office blocks built in a range of architectural styles. Established in 1892, some of the history can be seen in the architecture that has survived urbanization and many of the old houses are being restored. Parktown used to be fenced off, and residents entered via a gate but now anybody can visit this interesting town. A walk through the town will see many renovations and monuments and different styles of houses. In the Wits School of Business grounds, was The Oval, a pasture where cows where brought every morning to graze. More than fifty homes were demolished to build the Johannesburg College of Education and the Pieter Roos Park used to be the centre of the elegant garden suburb of the Randlords. More houses were sacrificed for the M1 North which was built in 1975 in order to make... Show more
About Guest Houses
For a more down to earth experience there are guest houses. Less expensive than hotels, they offer a more homey environment, as well as more privacy. Converted from a private house it’s a much gentler environment and for those with furry friends, there are also pet friendly options. They are usually well situated with shops and places of interest nearby. Being so small it offers a much more personal and intimate attention to it’s upkeep, leaving you with a more polished and homely experience.