Kempton Park, A Bustling City of Arts and Festivities
Kempton Park, South Africa is a community under the rule of the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality. It lies to the west of Ekurhuleni and shares administrative boundaries with the nearby Johannesburg. The city's establishment dates back to August 1903, with its first name being Kempten. You can fly into the city via the O. R. Tambo International Airport located within the outskirts of the town, although about thirty minutes away from the city are two other less busy airports, Grand Central Airport and Rand Airport. You can find a broad array of hotels, accommodations, and other businesses in the central business district of the city.
Best Time to Visit
Come by the city in September when the spring season is just around the corner. This is also the time of year for the annual Ekurhuleni Arts and Wine Festival, so expect most of Kempton Park, South Africa hotels to be packed.
What to Do & Area Attractions
One of the frequently visited sites in Kempton Park is the Kempton Park Golf Club, which dates back to 1965. It was where the famous South African professional golfer and former world champion, Ernie Els first learned the sport. The Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport and Emerald Guesthouse are only about a five-minute drive from the golf course. If you're into the local cuisine and culture, head to the Bruma Flea Market and Neighborgoods Market, both of which are only around half an hour away from the city. You can book your rooms at the cozy Airport Inn & Suites Isando just in the outskirts of the town.