Turffontein 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.
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.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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
Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour
Cradle of Humankind Tour - Sterkfontein Caves with Maropeng Tour
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Top hotels in Turffontein
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Friendly. Close to airport. Convient shopping
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Great breakfast. Hotel a bit noisy. Great food and in room service.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
The room was spotless and staff were very good and helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
The staff was courteous and very proactive about making the room to my satisfaction. The decor is beautiful. The restaurant is good. It is also affordable
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Staff were super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious with lots of choice.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Garden Court Sandton City
The hotel was very good
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Turffontein
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.
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.
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Gold Reef City Casino or Apartheid Museum.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.
