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Schlesinger Building

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Schlesinger Building

Schlesinger Building

The Schlesinger Building is a 21-story high-rise located in the Braamfontein district of Johannesburg. Standing 110 meters tall and completed in 1965, the structure is named after a businessman and early art collector. Travelers visit this landmark to observe the mid-century architectural style of the city's urban landscape.

Getting there from the Johannesburg city centre typically involves a short drive or ride-share trip. Depending on traffic conditions, the journey generally takes between 5 and 15 minutes.

Planning Your Visit

Since this is a high-rise building rather than a sprawling complex, visitors typically spend 30 to 60 minutes viewing the exterior and the immediate surrounding area.

The building is best viewed during daylight hours for clear visibility of its architectural details. There are no specific seasonal restrictions, though typical city traffic patterns apply during weekday rush hours.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its location in Braamfontein, the building is within walking distance of several cultural sites. You can combine a visit here with the following nearby locations:

  • Joburg Theatre (0.6km)
  • St Mary's Cathedral (0.6km)
  • Johannesburg Art Gallery (0.6km)
  • Alexander Theatre (0.7km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Joburg Theatre

Culture & venues

Joburg Theatre

A theatre complex in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, made up of four venues of various sizes. It's one of Johannesburg's leading performance spaces, hosting everything from Broadway musicals to independent original productions.

0.6 km away
St Mary's Cathedral

Temples & religious sites

St Mary's Cathedral

The cathedral of the Anglican Diocese of Johannesburg. It's a good place to stop by in the city center and take in the calm atmosphere of the chapel.

0.6 km away
Johannesburg Art Gallery

Museums & galleries

Johannesburg Art Gallery

An art gallery in Joubert Park in central Johannesburg, home to more than 9,000 works. It was once considered the largest art gallery on the African continent.

0.6 km away
Alexander Theatre

Culture & venues

Alexander Theatre

A performance venue located in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. It's a great place to experience local arts and culture through a variety of live stage shows.

0.7 km away
Friedenskirche

Temples & religious sites

Friedenskirche

A neo-Romanesque church built in 1912, its bell tower rising above Twist Street remains a city landmark. A long-established Lutheran congregation still worships here today.

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Greek Orthodox Church, Joubert Park

Temples & religious sites

Greek Orthodox Church, Joubert Park

A Greek Orthodox church in Johannesburg, designed by architect Hermann Kallenbach and built in 1912. Dedicated to Saints Constantine and Helena, it is protected as a heritage site.

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