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Ekurhuleni

Home to OR Tambo International Airport, Africa's busiest airport, Ekurhuleni is the natural arrival point for international conference delegates. The region offers world-class conference facilities minutes from the airport, eliminating transfer time and maximising delegate productivity. From the mega-capacity Emperors Palace to the intimate Lakes Hotel on its three scenic lakes, Ekurhuleni delivers convenience, capacity, and comfort.

At a glance

✈️OR Tambo Airport 15–25 min from most venues
🏛️Emperors Palace, 3,000-seat arena, 2,098m² exhibition
🏨Birchwood Hotel, 5,000 delegates, 65 conference rooms, 665 hotel rooms
🏞️The Lakes Hotel, 14 function venues on three scenic lakes
🎰Lanseria Airport, secondary entry point with casino

Largest venues

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Heritage sites

🏛️Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden, spectacular waterfall, diverse birdlife, ideal for delegate excursions

Unique experiences

✨Gold Reef City Theme Park
✨Gold Mine underground tour

Food

🍽️Birchwood Hotel restaurants (multiple cuisine options on 22-hectare estate)

Nightlife

🌙Emperors Palace Casino & Entertainment

Annual events

📅East Rand Agricultural Show (August)
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Meeting Planner’s Guide

Venue capacity tables, transport and airport orientation, and essential delegate information, the full GCEB reference.

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