Constitution Hill

Braamfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng 20–3000 guestsRR-RRR · RR-RRR

4.5

6,824 Google reviews · Strongly Positive

Overview & Capacity

Constitution Hill is Johannesburg's premier heritage-precinct event venue — home to the Constitutional Court of South Africa and 12 distinct event spaces built into a UNESCO-recognised historical site (Old Fort, Number Four, Women's Jail). Constitution Square holds up to 3,000 outdoors with a temporary structure; Old Fort Parade Ground holds 1,000; indoor spaces range from intimate boardrooms to the striking Con Court auditorium. Ideal for brand launches with a purpose narrative, cultural activations, film shoots, festivals, and gala dinners with gravitas.

Seated

2,400

Banquet

1,200

Cinema

1,200

B&W Production Notes

Yes (approved supplier network)

B&W Verdict

The best non-corporate venue in your inventory. Fills the CBD/heritage/purpose-driven gap entirely. Not for every client, but for the right one it's unbeatable.

Suitable For

Brand launches with a purpose story; ESG events; film & photoshoots; cultural & arts activations; festivals; awards with heritage backdrop

What we like

Unique heritage backdrop unavailable anywhere else in Gauteng; 12 configurable spaces; up to 3,000 pax outdoor; central Braamfontein location; walking distance to Gautrain Park Station; strong purpose/ESG storytelling angle

What to confirm

Approved catering supplier list; heritage-site restrictions on branding/production rigging; security requirements; temporary-structure sign-offs for Con Square events

Real Google Rating

4.5

6,824 reviews

Guests love

Historical significance, powerful storytelling, architectural beauty of the Constitutional Court.

Watch for

Security concerns in surrounding Braamfontein area, emotional intensity of the site.

Amenities & Facilities

12 event spaces; Constitution Square (3,000 outdoor); Old Fort Parade Ground (1,000); Women's Jail; Number Four; Con Court auditorium; heritage tours; museum on-site; central Braamfontein location

Quick Facts

11 Kotze St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017, South Africa

20–3000 guests

Heritage Site + Multi-Space Event Venue

RR-RRR — RR-RRR

R 350-800

No (approved supplier list)

🏠 Both

🚆 Gautrain accessible — Yes (Park Station ~2.5km / uber-friendly)

Contact Venue

+27 11 381 3100 [email protected] Official website

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Frequently asked questions

Q.How many guests can Constitution Hill accommodate?

Constitution Hill in Johannesburg caters for events from around 20 up to 3000 guests, depending on your layout and the spaces you book. Our team confirms the exact capacity for your event type when we handle your enquiry.

Q.Where is Constitution Hill located?

Constitution Hill is located in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng. B&W Productions arranges full event production here, from AV and staging to décor and catering coordination.

Q.How much does it cost to hire Constitution Hill?

350-800. Pricing varies with your date, guest numbers and inclusions, so confirm current rates when you enquire — B&W Productions can put together a full costed proposal for your event.

Q.Does Constitution Hill offer catering and accommodation?

Catering — No (approved supplier list). Accommodation — No.

Q.What types of events is Constitution Hill best suited to?

Constitution Hill works well for Brand launches with a purpose story; ESG events; film & photoshoots; cultural & arts activations; festivals; awards with heritage backdrop. The best non-corporate venue in your inventory. Fills the CBD/heritage/purpose-driven gap entirely. Not for every client, but for the right one it's unbeatable.

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