Alberton is a residential suburb of Johannesburg, close to the bustling nerve center of South Africa. Though today the city of Alberton boasts over 200,000 residents, it began as a humble plot of farmland in the mid-19th century.This was no ordinary farm, but rather one purchased by 13 year old Johannes Petrus Meyer. After such an early start in the farming life, Meyer became quite successful and built a mansion that still stands today.

The several neighborhoods and suburbs of Alberton offer a variety of excellent restaurants and coffee shops to enjoy a bite to eat, and the Thai Derm Spa is a hidden gem for those in need of a relaxing massage.

Fans of the great outdoors can head west on the N12 Southern Bypass to check out the top-rated golf course at the Glenvista Country Club or enjoy the wide open spaces of the Klipriviersberg Municipal Nature Reserve. The Nature Reserve features hundreds of species of birds, roaming zebras and the remains of a BaTswana village.

True adventurers use Alberton as a jumping-off point for 4x4 treks into the countryside. It's easy to find rental equipment, guides and advice for a driving tour or safari.