Braamfontein Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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Popular places to visit
Constitution Hill
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Constitution Hill during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
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.
Top hotels in Braamfontein
The Parktonian All Suite Hotel
Clean facility all the way around. Courteous and helpful staff. Great breakfast. Please repair gym equipment.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Nice room but slow on check in, nice restaraunt but only one coffee sachet in room.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Awsome
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Nice, friendly staff, beautiful surroundings good food, and wonderful cocktails by the pool in the afternoon. Right next to the airport, you can actually see the planes. Would come back again.
Reviewed on 5 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
Other neighbourhoods around Braamfontein
Johannesburg CBD
While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
Randburg
Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.
