O.R. Tambo Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in O.R. Tambo
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Perfect for an airport overnight stay, the staff are friendly, professional and courteous. We appreciated the very kind gesture of being able to check in early after a long trip. We ate in the restaurant, food, wine and staff/service was excellent
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Airport shuttle is reliable and frequent. Staff is always helpful and friendly. Our room had an issue with the floor around the air conditioner, but other than that, we had a pleasant stay. The breakfast is always fantastic.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Clean room. Very efficient and friendly staff. Almost missed my flight but one of the bell desk personal got me right to the check in desk quickly and I made my flight!!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
The bathroom was somehow shady! The cleaning was not really up to standard
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Breakfast
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Great hotel, easy to get the airport and some wonderful staff.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Boulders Shopping Centre or Mall of Africa.
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.
