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.
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 O.R. Tambo
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
We always stay here overnight on our way from the States. Excellent service and the breakfast and dinner are terrific.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Easy access to JNB
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
My big issue with this hotel is the AC. You land late at night from North America and your room is very hot & the only sleep Option is a thick duvet, Almost 80 degrees last night & it took a few hours for the room to cool down. It is also very expensive. Especially for an airport hotel. They compensated ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Clean room, very comfortable.short walk to a number of eating places, very convenient for the airport and has a great shuttle.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace
Have stayed at hotel 5-10 times. Very convenient to airport, nice property and staff, and will continue to book when traveling thru Joberg.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
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, Victory Theater and Killarney 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 Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
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.
