Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide
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Johannesburg City Hall
After visiting Johannesburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Johannesburg Art Gallery
See paintings by great European masters, such as Monet and Picasso, and admire the work of South African artists at this downtown gallery.
Nelson Mandela Bridge
Find out about the history of Johannesburg with a stop at Nelson Mandela Bridge. 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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
I usually get a day room at City Lodge Hotel on my way out of Joburg. I choose them because they typically have a good online rate for an overnight stay. The hotel is massive - you could easily walk 15 mins to your room if it is at the far end of the footprint. The staff is always lovely and my room ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Nice upscale hotel near the airport. Comfortable beds, nice linens, very quiet. Got a good nights rest here. Staff was exceptional. Breakfast is great (not free. ZAR 225) with lots of choices.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
We arrived after 24 hours of plane travel. We were great warmly, even though the staff was very busy with some unhappy travelers. I room was clean, and the beds were comfortable. Restraunt staff was exceptional ecspecially Lizwe. I would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Very late check-in and very early check-out. Ideal hotel!
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
The room was big and had a convenient shuttle service to the airport.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Johannesburg
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall 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.
Hyde Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hyde Park and surrounding area, you can visit Hyde Park Corner and Dunkeld West Shopping Centre.
Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide
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- More trip options
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Nelson Mandela Bridge
- Turbine Hall
- Ellis Park Swimming Pool
- Johannesburg Stadium
- Rissik Street Post Office
- Montecasino
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Sandton City Mall
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- Apartheid Museum
- First National Bank Stadium
- Cresta Shopping Centre
- Gallagher Convention Centre
- Wanderers Stadium
- University of Johannesburg
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