Welkom is known for its gold mines. It is the mining hub of the Orange Free State. It is only a little over 50 years old, one can see this by the towns modern planning and infrastructure. It is also the only city in the country where traffic circles are used instead of traffic lights.
The world’s deepest wine cellar is at the St Helena Mine which is 857 m below the Earth’s surface.

Reference: The South African Year Book 2005/2006

Attractions and Things To Do Welkom

Arts & Crafts
The work of the handicapped residents of the Ernest Oppenheimer Hospital is on exhibition.

Ernest Oppenheimer Theatre
The town's best thespians and ballet dancers can be seen performing at this modern complex. Tel: (057) 357-1214

Flamingo Pan
Named after the flamingoes that inhabit this scenic recreation area.

Gold Museum
One can view the complete history of gold, its mining and production is on display in the library.
Tel: (057) 391 3348

Mine Tour
In Welkom and in nearby Virginia and Theunissen you can take a mine tour of some of the deepest mines in the world

Monuments
Welkom has quite a few monuments: Aandek Monument, Afrikaans Language Monument, Joanne Pim Monument, WWII Monument, Voortrekker Memorial, Old Indaba bluegum tree and MOTH Memorial.

Museum of Welkom
This public library houses display the discovery of gold in Welkom, town's history and bird and animal life indigenous to this region. Address: Corner Graaff-Reinet and Tulbach Streets
Tel: (057) 391-3133

North Park Fleamarket
Haggle for a bargain every second Saturday of each month.

Parks
Parks to visit in Welkom are: Central Park, Peter Pan Park, Van Riebeeck Park and West Park.

Phakisa Raceway
South Africa's newest racetrack. It consist of both a high speed oval and a well designed conventional track.

Rovers Club
A municipal sports centre offering rugby,soccer, netball, tennis, hockey, cricket, bowling and snooker facilities.

Theronia Pan
A tranquil pan and bird sanctuary