Auckland Park Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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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.
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.
Campus Square Shopping Centre
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Campus Square Shopping Centre. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lindfield Victorian House Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Lindfield Victorian House Museum during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Things to do
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
Top hotels in Auckland Park
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Would recommend for overnight stay in Jo’berg. Hotel is part of the airport and is a 5 min walk. You do not need to organise a transfer to the hotel. Just follow the signs from Arrivals. Room was large and clean. Comfortable bed and nice bathroom. Nice outdoor pool area with well priced food and ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Wonderful place
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Wonderful stay at a very good and well kept hotel. Central and around some amazing restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Staff very friendly and efficient
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
property well located for airport but no service around hotel like convenience store and waking around propertie
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
@Sandton Hotel
The view from the room was breathtaking. From the spacious room to the entertainment areas everything is of high quality. I really enjoyed the stay. I highly recommend the place.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Auckland Park
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.
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.
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.
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
