Irene Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit

Montecasino
With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.

Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.

Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.

First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Top hotels in Irene

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Extremely convenient to the traveler
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
We just used the room for a few hours during a layover and it was comfortable and very convenient. Courtesy bus is a bit had to find as with most things in JNB the signage is atrocious! Would definitely use again
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
We did not stay long enough to have breakfast because we were catching an early flight.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Awsome
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Clean room. Quiet. Asked if we would like a bag breakfast as we were leaving very early to airport. Changed our room because we had trouble on the web page finding what worked best. Polite staff. Timely shuttle-no waiting.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

@Sandton Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Irene

Menlyn
You'll enjoy the restaurants and casinos in Menlyn. You might want to make time for a stop at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre or Time Square Casino.

Brooklyn
Travellers enjoy Brooklyn for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Waterkloof Shopping Centre while you're in the area.

Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.

Fourways
Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bryanston
Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.

O.R. Tambo
If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.
