Cresta Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
Top hotels in Cresta
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Really great hotel if you are transitting via JNB airport as we were. Staff were welcoming, hotel was clean airy bright and modern. Our room was clean and comfortable We were able to check in on arrival which was great too. Food selection was very good and the buffet breakfast was excellent!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Awesome service
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
property well located for airport but no service around hotel like convenience store and waking around propertie
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Wonderful stay at a very good and well kept hotel. Central and around some amazing restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Staff very friendly and efficient
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
@Sandton Hotel
Great staff from check in to the potters
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cresta
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.
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.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
Roodepoort
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Eagle Canyon Golf Club.
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
