Gold Reef City Theme Park

Gold reef city theme park is a great outing for kids and adults alike. Tickets are only available online and you have to arrive at the park and stand in a queue to collect the wrist bands for the day. (NOTE: Security does ask that only 1 person from a group stand in the queue, so please make sure that the kiddies are close by or are with a responsible adult). Depending on how busy it is, this can be a bit of a pain. So you can walk in and out of the park all day. There are maps scattered throughout the park and it is relatively easy to find your way around. Wear good walking shoes. Everything is well spaced out. The park caters for a little kiddies as well as the older kids. There are lots of fast paced rides to cater for everyone's type of adrenaline addiction. From aerial rollercoasters to dropping water rides. There is something for everyone. Queues for popular attractions like the Storm Chaser or Anaconda can be very long due to its popularity. There are no food or drinks allowed to be brought in. Remember the bag checks at the entrance. Everything has to be purchased on the premise at an egregiously inflated price. The price of a coke varies from shop to shop. There are various restaurants on site allowing a wide selection of food. Restaurants do get very full around lunch time and finding a place with a short queue or an open table can be a arduous task. Overall it is fun day out for familys and groups of friends. The park does close at 5 and the vehicle exit queues will take a while to clear. Rather take your time in the park to chill or walk around having ice cream.😜

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Gold Reef City Theme Park is perfect for Everyone! I wholeheartedly recommend this park for both families and couples. There's a dedicated kids' area that will keep the little ones entertained for hours, while adults have plenty of options to get their adrenaline fix. If you're an adult who loves a thrill, you absolutely will not be disappointed – Gold Reef City delivers big on excitement! Beyond the fantastic rides and attractions, Gold Reef City also serves as an excellent event venue, offering beautiful rooms for booking. This makes it a versatile destination, whether you're looking for a fun day out or a special place to host an event.

I wholeheartedly recommend this park for families and couples alike. There’s a dedicated kids’ zone plus proper thrill rides for adrenaline lovers. It also doubles as a great event venue with handsome function rooms, so it works for both a fun day out and special occasions.

Very nice place to visit! Alot of rides to choose from, for your whole family needs. Just long lines for the Anaconda ride etc. So you wait very long to have fun. Very good food. Lots to do

My family and I recently spent a fantastic day at Gold Reef City Theme Park, and it was an absolute blast. The park, with its charming gold rush era theme, offers a perfect blend of excitement and entertainment for all ages. We went looking for some fun and thrills, and the park certainly delivered. We started our day with some of the more exhilarating rides. The Runaway Train provided a great start, offering a classic roller coaster experience with plenty of twists and turns. The Storm Chaser was a highlight, with its fast-spinning motion and height providing a real adrenaline rush. We also loved the Wave Swing, which was a more gentle but equally fun experience, and the Tornado, which spun us into a whirlwind of excitement. The Anaconda, in particular, was an unforgettable experience with its high-speed twists and inversions—a definite must-ride for anyone seeking a true thrill. One of the most memorable parts of the day was my son's experience in the Virtual Reality Zone. The immersive VR games transported him to incredible new worlds, and he had a fantastic time. It was a unique and modern touch that added to the park's diverse offerings. Overall, it was a truly fun-filled experience that created some wonderful family memories. The park was clean, well-maintained, and the staff were friendly and helpful. It was the perfect day to enjoy some rides, laughter, and quality time together. We had so much fun on the rides we chose, and we're already looking forward to our next visit. We'll definitely be braving the scarier, more intense rides next time to see what else Gold Reef City has to offer!

It was a fantastic day. They should make like 2, 3 days a week for school trips. The lines are crazy long. They should put on the website what rides are not working. The ride is love the most was not in order

Went to the Theme Park in September which historically is the best time to go as: 1. the park is not as busy [shorter waiting time in line for rides] and, 2 the weather is a bit warmer as South Africa goes into Spring so when you get soaked on the water rides its not as bad 😀 Don't go in December, January as its school holidays [you'll wait for an hour to get on some rides] and the heat is too much. Book tickets online the day before and if you are a Tsogo Rewards member you can get at least 10% off, if not more [depending on the level your profile is on] Ticket price is reasonable R295 as it gives you access to all rides in the park. Try to go early so you can get on all the rides. I suggest doing the 'big' rides 1st like the Anaconda rollercoaster, Golden Loop rollercoaster and Runaway Train rollercoaster. There are quite a few places to eat [with a couple of Halaal options like Mochachos chicken and Anat Falafel] and shops to buy snacks and drinks. Stay hydrated especially on a hot day. Most of the rides have some form of shading while you wait in line. Enough rides for all ages included the toddlers. The train which takes you around the park is also a nice relaxing way to see the park.