Lenasia 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.
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
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Apartheid Museum: Immersive History Tour & Experience
Top hotels in Lenasia
Garden Court Sandton City
Enjoyable and pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Great location next to the Gautrain & Sandton City. Modern clean rooms, with kind and responsive staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
The staff was nice and welcoming but the facility looks like it’s in need of some renovation. It’s looking a a bit the worse for wear and inadequate of bad lighting choices in places like the bathrooms makes the place look like a motel.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
very ckean and spotless.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lenasia
Soweto
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Mandela's House or Soweto Theatre.
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, South Western Townships and Mandela's House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Southgate Mall or Gold Reef City Casino.
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.
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.
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.
