Newtown Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Museum Africa
Journey through South Africa’s social and cultural history as you examine the relics and artifacts contained in this fascinating museum complex.
Newtown Junction Mall
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Newtown Junction Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Sci Bono Discovery Centre
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sci Bono Discovery Centre during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Mary Fitzgerald Square
Find out about the history of Johannesburg when you take a trip to Mary Fitzgerald Square. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
The Market Theatre Flea Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Market Theatre Flea Market during your trip to Johannesburg.
Bus Factory
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bus Factory. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
4 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Top hotels in Newtown
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Overnighting in Joburg without having to leave the airport was a gamechanger! City Lodge was clean, convenient, and a great way to do it! I would highly recommend it!"
Reviewed on 3 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
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Room had the shower in the main room. Beds were small twin beds. There was a large clump of black hair by the sink. I have brown hair and my wife had red. We used the Resteraunt and clearly stated my wife had a severe allergy to onions. She ordered a hamburger that came with onions. They said they ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"Clean rooms, friendly, helpful staff. The airport shuttle was right on time and easy to find at the bus terminal area at the airport. The breakfast was very good with lots of selection."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
"Bar and Airport Shuttle"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
"The rooms are full, dated and dirty. The entire hotel is ready for a redo and deep clean."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Newtown
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.
