Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Johannesburg City Hall
After visiting Johannesburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Johannesburg Art Gallery
See paintings by great European masters, such as Monet and Picasso, and admire the work of South African artists at this downtown gallery.
Nelson Mandela Bridge
Find out about the history of Johannesburg with a stop at Nelson Mandela Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Ellis Park Stadium
Catch an event at Ellis Park Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.
Turbine Hall
Learn about the events happening in Turbine Hall during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Joubert Park
Joubert Park is just one of the places to see in Johannesburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Things to do
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
Johannesburg City Evolution, Arts and Museums Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Very close to airport. Staff very friendly. Excellent place to stay.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Great location, convenient shuttle times and the buffet was amazing
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Great staff, convenient airport shuttle
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Hotel offer convenient shuttle from and to airport everything 30 min and staff are very friendly and helpful. Great food and very clean hotel.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Stayed in this hotel on two separate occasions. The first room we stayed at, the room had two giant hairballs and the floor felt gritty so I don't think they cleaned the room properly. We had the breakfast box and it was really good (even though we didn't get everything we ordered. The hotel was ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Johannesburg
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Hyde Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hyde Park and surrounding area, you can visit Hyde Park Corner and Dunkeld West Shopping Centre.
