In recent years, Fourways has rapidly developed following the construction of commercial and residential buildings in the district. It is located in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, South Africa. It was originally part of the 245-hectare game farm and residence owned by the Eriksen family. The district was named Fourways based on the four-way stop where Witkoppean Road met William Nicol Drive. Its symbol shows the Greater Fourways suburb’s major thoroughfare with two four-way roundabouts on Kingfisher Drive intersecting Robin Drive and Alexander Avenue.
On the east and south of Fourways lies Bryanston. It is bordered to the west by Randburg and Pretoria to the northeast, as well as Magaliesberg Mountains and Hartebeespoort Dam to the northwest. The district’s total population is 3,860 and the racial makeup as of 2011 consists of black African (22.1 percent), Indian/Asian (4.3 percent), white (70.4 percent), colored (1.7 percent), and other races (1.5 percent).
Is Fourways a Suburb?
The district is a collection of suburbs that include the traditional suburb of Fourways. As the fastest developing residential and commercial centre of Sandton, Fourway comprises many suburbs and estates. The Suburbans include the Western area of William Nicol Drive and a small portion of the Eastern area that are collectively known as the Fourways suburb. The Norscot Slopes, Magalies View, Broadacres, Lonehill and Beverley, Norscot, Bryanston Ext. 34, Craigavon, and many Magaliessig extensions are other suburbs located in Fourways.
Also, the district encompasses estates such as the Fourways Gardens, Dainfern Ridge, Cedar Creek, Dainfern, Fernbrook Estate, Cedar Lakes, and Dainfern Valley. While the Fourway Gardens, Cedar Lakes, and Fernbrook Estate are situated in parks with a small nature enclosure, Dainfern lies on a golf course. The first languages in Fourways include Afrikaans, English, Zulu, and Northern Sotho.
Is The Postal Code One For All Areas Under Fourways?
Each area in a country has its specific postal agencies, post offices, and mail collection points. As such, a four-digit number known as postal code is used to represent the area for the purpose of sorting and delivery of mails. A postal code which is sometimes referred to as postcode, zip code, or PIN can also consist of a series of letters or both digits and alphabets that sometimes include punctuation or spaces. In South Africa, the postal code is mainly a four-digit number that ranges from 0001 to 9999.
The numbers, however, have been split into street codes and post boxes. Thus, Fourways’ postal code is 2055 and the street code is 2191. Interestingly, the street code is the same in all the suburbs except Norscot with 2196 street code. Also, the postal code is the same in the majority of Fourways suburbs and estates such as Dainfern, Fourways Gardens, Dainfern Valley, Dainfern Ext 19, Fourways Ext 55, Dainfern Ext 34, Fourways Ext 12, and Norscot. However, there are some suburbs in Fourways with different postal codes. They include Dainfern North (2174) and Riverside View (2191).
Check Out The Best Places To Visit in Fourways
Fourways is a commercial and residential hub in Sandton with the fastest development. As a result, the district is home to many tourist attractions, including the Fourways Mall that recently emerged as one of Africa’s largest shopping malls following an extensive upgrade. Fourways also has nature reserves and wildlife parks. Dainfern which is located between Johannesburg and Pretoria has an eighteen-hole golf course surrounding the area. Other must-see destinations for tourists situated in Fourways include:
- Montecasino
- Montecasino Bird Gardens & Wildlife Park
- Mowana Spa
- Fourways Mall
- Adventure Golf – Fourways Mall
- Croc City Crocodile Farm
- Fourways Crossing
- Fourways Farmers Market
- Cedar Square
- Lion & Safari Park
Montecasino
Launched in November 2000, Montecasino is a gaming and entertainment complex situated at 1 Montecasino Boulevard, Fourways. It was built at a cost of R1.6 billion by Bentel Associates International. Since its opening, it has been attracting more than 9 million visitors per annum. The leisure complex is owned by Tsogo Sun, a partnership venture between Tsogo Investments and Southern Sun. Montecasino offers an enjoyable experience for singles, couples, and the whole family as well. In addition to authentic casino action, it hosts fun-filled events, live shows, theatre productions, ten-pin bowling games, and exotic dining activities.
At Montecasino, security measures are in place. As part of Covid-19 protocols, visitors are required to undergo temperature checks any time they visit the premises. They are also required to complete medical screening questionnaires and equally get sanitized at all entrances of the complex anytime they visit. A parking fee of R10 is being charged for Gold Rewards cardholders, as well as non-cardholders. Montecasino is one of the leading entertainment and hospitality brands in Johannesburg, thus, it has been recognized with numerous accolades over the years.
The Best Casino Award by the Readers Choice Awards, Leisure Options, and Pretoria News; Best Entertainment Complex by the Leisure Options; and Community Contribution, Service Excellence & Special Award for Large Business Beyond ROCCI Regional Boundaries are some of the accolades the brand has received. In 2004, one of Montecasino’s brands, Palazzo Hotel received a Gold Award from the South African Landscapers Institue. Also, in that same year, Montecasino Bird Gardens received a Silver Award for Maintenance of Large Landscape Gardens from the South African Landscapers Institue. The complex was graded a Five-star venue for meetings, exhibitions & special events by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa in 2007.
Montecasino Hotels
Montecasino hotels in Fourways are managed by Africa’s leading hospitality group, Tsogo Sun Hotels. They include SunSquare Montecasino, Palazzo, hi Monte, and Southern Sun Montecasino. SunSquare Montecasino has 179 rooms and is situated on the Piazza within the grounds of the Montecasino Entertainment Complex. It has a broad range of conferencing facilities, including a sophisticated boardroom and ballroom that can accommodate about 1000 guests. Standard rooms at Sunsquare Montecasino cost R995 or more per night.
Additionally, Southern Sun Montecasino is designed after the 15th century Palazzo Corsini villa in Gianicolo, Italy. It bagged the coveted Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor, a notable travel authority site. The luxury hotel has standard rooms that cost from R1,150 per night while the cost of spending a night at Palazzo is R1,350 or more. Palazzo, an award-winning hotel is ranked among the top beautiful luxury hotels in Johannesburg as it has enchanting Tuscan-inspired architecture. It has one of the largest pools in the country and a well-equipped hotel fitness center.
At hi Monte, the cost per room per night is R799 or more. The hi hotel has a unique living lobby with a multi-functional space where one can work, hang out, or meet new friends.
Restaurants and Fast Food
The Montecasino Gaming and Entertainment Complex also encompasses an array of restaurants, fast food outlets, and coffee shops. It has more than thirty restaurants and bars, including Verdicchio, The Hussar Grill, Texan Wing Bar, Punchinello’s, Thava, Aaji’s, Montexo Spur, Ocean Basket, and Portugalo. While most of the restaurants and bars are temporarily closed due to Covid-19, they are known for their constant creation of new experiences by experimenting with different taste and flavor profiles. Aaji’s is a halaal fast food restaurant whereas Verdicchio offers Italian cuisine. Thava, on the other hand, offers Indian cuisine and Portugalo offers a fresh new take on the traditional Portuguese cuisine.
The Hussar Grill is a place for an authentic grill room dining experience. Furthermore, Montecasino has fast-food restaurants such as Baglios Gelato, Fishaways, Senhor Calistos, Rocogo, Wimpy, Steers, Debonairs Pizza, and Anat Falafel. These refreshment centers in Fourways offer varieties of meals and snacks. With fun being the order of the day or night at the Montecasino restaurants, there are some special dining packages available in their various locations. The Hussar Grill’s date night offer is open from January 2021 to December 2022. It holds on Tuesdays from 07h00 to 20h30. Its features include any two courses along with a complimentary bottle of red and chocolate vodka martins.
At Montecasino’s Senhor Calistos, one can get two juicy burgers for the price of one on Tuesdays, while Texan Wing Bar midweek specials offer draught beers for R25 per 500ml and 1kg pork ribs with fries for R189 on Mondays. Also, on Thursdays at the bar, all cocktails, excluding bottle listings and shooters, are sold for half price. La Rosa further hosts a weekly special which includes a free offer of a 500ml Devil’s Peak larger when one buys 1kg of wings for only R100 on Wednesdays.
Bird Gardens & Wildlife
Montecasino Bird Gardens and Wildlife Park is home to a variety of colorful birds and animals, including mammals and reptiles. Its walk-through aviary has more than sixty species of birds that include Nicobar pigeons, flamingos, and scarlet ibises. The garden has the most diverse private collection of South African Cycads on the planet that consists of more than 750 plants from over 35 different species. Some of the mammals found in the wildlife park include Red-ruffed lemurs, sloth, ring-tailed lemurs, red duikers, meerkats, and blue duikers.
It is also home to the oldest female green anaconda in the world known as Annie. Other reptiles housed in the wildlife park are black mamba, Hypomelaniatic morph iguana, boomslang, and alligator snapping turtle. The bird garden further features a frog room that houses frogs, spiders, and scorpions. Its parrot gallery shows colorful birds like cockatoos and macaws roaming freely. The Montecasino Bird Gardens and Wildlife Park is open from 09h00 to 17h00 – Wednesday to Sunday. Bird demonstrations take place between 11h00 and 15h00 and last for 15 minutes.
Entrance fees are as follows;
- Children (from 2 years to 12 years) – R62
- Adults (from 13 years to 59 years) – R90
- Pensioners (60 years or older) – R62
- Montecasino Hotel guests – R36
For Groups of 15 or More:
- Children (tours) – R56
- Children (without tours) – R50
- Guided Tours – R200
- Adults/Teachers – R62
- Pensioners (60 years or older) – R50
Entrance Fees After 15h30
- Children (from 12 years to 12 years) – R50
- Adult (from 13 years to 59 years) – R62
- Pensioners (60 years or older) – R50
Pieter Toerien – Montecasino
A top-notch entertainment destination geared for fun, Pieter Toerien is a renowned theatre at Montecasino. Also, known as Montecasino Teatro, it is one of the world’s top 10 largest lyrics theatres. The 1,870 seat theatre was opened in May 2007 and built with more than R100 million. It hosts live productions that have featured both local and international movie stars such as Fiona Ramsay, Bea Arthur, Bill Flynn, Marc Lottering, and Michael Richard. It is the largest theatre in South Africa and has hosted Joyous Celebration Rewind Recordings, as well as the theatrical production of The Lion King.
Pieter Toerien’s Theatre & Studio has made a name as the finest in theatre productions. Though it’s temporarily closed at the moment due to the coronavirus outbreak, it operates on Thursday and Friday from 19h00 to 20h00. Then on Saturday and Sunday, the theatre is open from 14h00 to 20h00.
Croc City Crocodile & Reptile Park
Another entertaining and exciting attraction in Fourways is the Croc City Crocodile and Reptile Park. It was established more than 16 years ago by Anton and Marietjie Lötter. It was first launched as a commercial crocodile farm before the purpose got changed and now focuses on the conservation of indigenous reptiles. It is located between the Fourways Mall and Lanseria. The crocodile breeding farm serves as home to more than 800 crocodiles and a variety of most venomous snakes in South Africa. It has a crocodile hatchery and also organizes crocodile exhibits. Fun-filled activities that take place in the park include a guided tour where people are educated about the South African reptiles and their conservation.
The facility also has a flyover zip-line with which visitors can safely fly over crocodile enclosures. With the assistance of a professional guide, one can have a close encounter with tarantulas and also interact with baby crocodiles at the wildlife park. Venomous snake shows, team-building exercises, kids’ birthday parties, and other corporate events can be organized at Croc City Crocodile and Reptile Park. It operates from Monday to Sunday from 09h00 to 16h30. Crocodile feeding takes place on Saturdays and Sundays at 14h00.
The entrance fees are as follows:
- Child – R60
- Pensioner – R80
- Adult – R90
- Flyover fee for child/adult – R100
Fourways Farmers Market
Fourways Farmers Market is one of the most beautiful outdoor markets in Johannesburg. It is the second-largest privately owned reserve in Gauteng. It was created in the year 2013 by Greg Straw, a landscape architect, and horticulturist. Recently, it was relocated to the Taroko Farm in Modderfontein Reserve. The 265-hectare private reserve features a number of dams, portions of the Modderfontein Spruit, hay bale picnic lawn, flower, and olive tree pathways, as well as hills and grassland. It is a beautiful community gathering place that encourages trade between artisans, local and small business owners, and the public.
Though temporarily closed, the outdoor market boasts over 200 vendors. Covid-19 protocols and regulations are observed at the Fourways Farmers Market. There, one can buy beautifully handcrafted jewelry, beauty products, and decor, clothing, locally made cheeses, and freshly squeezed juices. Additionally, the market is a refreshing venue for fun-filled weddings, innovative corporate events, team-building events, picnics, engagement parties, and kids’ parties. One is not allowed to bring food or drinks to the market but you can purchase from the vendors. It is usually open on Saturday and Sunday from 08h00 to 16h00. The entrance fee is a fixed price of R10.
Mowana Spa
Established in the serene bushveld gardens of the Indiana Hotel in Fourways, Mowana Spa is one of the best places to visit in Fourways. It offers wellness journeys that soothe the soul, revive the senses, and rejuvenate the body. It has signature pamper journeys such as the romantic Mowana African night skies pamper that consists of three relaxation treatments, dinner, and complimentary beverages. Then the luxurious Mowana full-day African rejuvenation pamper consists of six revitalizing treatments with breakfast, lunch, and complimentary beverages.
The spa also offers single treatments on weekdays for one hour. It includes hand and lower armpit pamper massage, head, neck & shoulder massage, full body massage with or without hot stones, and foot & lower leg pamper massage. Furthermore, Mowana Spa has attractive packages offered from Wednesday to Saturday. They include;
- Sassy sisters pamper package – R750 per person
- A must for men pamper package – R1,299 per person
- Lords & ladies pamper package – R1,299 per person
- Daydreamers delight pamper package – R1,399 per person or R2,500 per couple
- Princess pamper party – R550 per person
- History of chocolate interactive corporate spa pamper package – R1,420 per person
- African indulgence spa pamper journey – R5,699 per couple for spa & stay
Fourways Mall
Fourways Mall was relaunched in the year 2019 as it was upgraded and doubled in size, expanding from 85,000m² to 178,000m². As such, it has emerged as South Africa’s second-largest shopping mall. It was founded in 1997 and is located at 11 Ruby Cl, Witkoppen, Sandton. The esteemed shopping center offers an all-in-one retail experience, as well as entertainment options. It has 400 stores and more than 30 fast food and restaurants. Its entertainment options include mini-golf, movie theatre, and bounce. Additionally, companies like Checkers, Game, Pick n Pay, and Woolworth are among the shopping mall’s anchor tenants.
With safety and security being a top priority at the mall, it engages the services of Fidelity Security Group and they are on site 24 hours a day. It is open from Monday to Saturday from 09h00 to 19h00. Then on Sundays and public holidays, it operates from 09h00 to 18h00, though some of its selected stores may have a different trading hour. Having more than 2500 parking bays, the Fourways Mall parking fees are as follows;
- Lost ticket: R80
- 12 hours – 24 hours: R80
- 8 hours – 12 hours: R60
- 6 hours – 8 hours: R30
- 4 hours – 6 hours: R20
- 30 mins – 4 hours: R10
- 30 mins or below: Free
Adventure Golf – Fourways Mall
Adventure Golf is a gaming centre ideal for a corporate get-together, tournaments, and leagues. It is situated at the Fourways shopping Mall and has been in existence for over 18 years. The Adventure Golf game is quite skillful and has loads of fun. It has been enjoyed by thousands of people. It features 3 courses that are designated in tranquil surroundings of beautiful ponds and thick lush vegetation. The courses consist of 9 holes each. The game can be played in groups of four players and each game takes approximately 30 mins to be completed. Adventure Golf operates daily from 09h00 to 22h00.
Cedar Square
Located off Cedar Road via Uranium or Willow Roads in Fourways, Cedar Square is a well-designed shopping center. It provides its visitors with a unique shopping experience as it has an array of stores. Varieties of products can be purchased at the shopping mall, including electronics, clothing, jewelry & accessories, homeware, children’s clothing & toys, and health & beauty products. Its intricate architecture includes a dollop of natural light, tinkling of water features, lush vegetation, and Zen-like components. Due to its natural lighting, the shopping center has been an ideal location for filming and photoshoots. Cedar Square has Fidelity Security Services on site 24 hours a day.
Fourways Crossing
Established in October 1998, Fourways Crossing boasts more than 83 stores. The upmarket lifestyle center has many famous anchor tenants which include Viva Gym, Pick n’ Pay, Mr Price Sports, and Apparel and Cotton On. It recently underwent an upgrade that cost about R100 million. As a result, it now has a modern look and features widened walkways, renewed shop fronts, improved lighting, and sophisticated restrooms. More so, Fourways Crossing has restaurants, furniture services, and digital stores. Specialty brands operating at the upmarket lifestyle center include Adidas x Reebok dual store, Coricraft/Volpes combination store, Footgear, Fournos Bakery, and Europcar.
Lion & Safari Park
One of the must-see world-class facilities in Fourways is the Lion & Safari Park. The wildlife park situated on 600 hectares of land houses numerous indigenous species of animals such as lion (black and white), sable antelope, leopard, hyena (brown, stripped, and spotted), nyala, meerkat, giraffe, wild dogs, cheetah, kudu, and porcupine. In July 2016, the park was moved to the Cradle of Humankind and now offers a wide range of exciting activities. They include private exclusive tours, mini safari, lion & wild dog tour, Alex tour, guided game drives, and self-drives, animal interactions, night tours (with predator feeding), and 3-hour safari.
Lion & Safari Park also offers a premier dining experience with a delicious menu and great wine list at its restaurants which includes the Bull ‘n Buck grill and Wetlands restaurant. The wildlife park operates daily round the year. It is open from Monday to Friday from 08h00 to 17h00. Then on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from 08h00 to 18h00. Lion feeding takes place on weekends and public holidays at 12h00 and 15h00. Following the Covid-19 outbreak, the animal park is only open to visitors from Gauteng and North West Province at the moment. The tours currently available at the Lion & Safari Park include:
- 3-hour private Alex tour – R990 per adult and R495 per senior
- 3 hour guided private tour – R850 per adult and R425 per senior
- 1 hour guided predator tour – R285 per adult and R140 per senior
- Self-drives – R199 per adult and R100 per senior
