Bryanston Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit Bryanston
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Top hotels in Bryanston
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Great rooms, perfect location for an overnight layover. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Staff were ALL super helpful, friendly and professional. I felt the staff really represented the hotel well. Check-in was easy and relatively quick. I used the gym and it was extremely clean, in good working order and water and towels were available. The gym is a good size for a hotel gym. The hotel ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa
"Lovely getaway lodge"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Lovely hotel for a night stopover with basic amenities that need needs for an over night stay."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"Bar staff were friendly and had excellent customer service. Teeko ( short guy with beard) was fantastic. All staff in the facility were helpful. The rooms , whilst renovated are a bit small and dated. Breakfast buffet lovely"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
"Shuttle from airport was every half hour & driver nice - our beds were wrong but they were quickly corrected & all was ok. Good buffet for breakfast & dinner. Pool too cold for kids. Hotel was attractive & pleasant"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Bryanston
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.
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.
O.R. Tambo
If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino 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.
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.
