O.R. Tambo 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.

Lion & Safari Park
Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.

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.

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 O.R. Tambo

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025
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.

Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange 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 Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.

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.
- 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
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Wanderers Stadium
- University of Johannesburg
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden
- OR Tambo Conference Centre
- Netcare Waterfall City Hospital
- Carnival City & Entertainment World