Orlando East Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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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.
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.
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.
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
Cradle of Humankind Tour:Sterkfontein Caves & Maropeng Experience
Apartheid Museum: Immersive History Tour & Experience
Top hotels in Orlando East
Garden Court Sandton City
Dirty, old room. Windows didnt close well. AC very loud. Very old furnishment. Pool water wasnt clean. You cant see the bottom. Staff anyway was very friendly. You get what you pay for…
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Wonderful staff. Very nice view for my hotel room
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
very ckean and spotless.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Orlando East
Soweto
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Maponya Mall or Mandela's House.
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.
Johannesburg CBD
While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Nelson Mandela Bridge 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.
Roodepoort
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.
