Benmore Gardens Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit Benmore Gardens
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.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour
Harties Cableway and Hartbeespoort Dam Cruise Full Day Tour
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Top hotels in Benmore Gardens
@Sandton Hotel
Room fine only 1 restaurant with very slow service. Bar closed at 6 pm
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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
I booked on Orbitz and I was expecting breakfast like the ap said. When I got there they said my room rate did not include breakfast. I want a refund.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Lovely hotel, close to OR Tambo airport, can highly recommend
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
As usual it was excellent. Great place to stay at a great price.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
The elevator didn't work, room heating didn't work, first fan heater provided didn't work, shower was clogged. Not the holiday inn it used to be.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Benmore Gardens
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square 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.
Bryanston
Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.
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, Victory Theater and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
