Parktown Travel Guide

Johannesburg

A beautiful and dramatic panoramic photograph of the Johannesburg city skyline, taken on a golden evening after sunset.
Night time view of commuter trains under Nelson Mandela Bridge in Braamfontein Johannesburg CBD

Popular places to visit

Gold Reef City Casino

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.

Gold Reef City Casino
Johannesburg , South Africa - 20 Jan 2020: Nelson Mandela square in Sandton city mall, a famous tourist place in Johannesburg

Nelson Mandela Square

Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.

Nelson Mandela Square
Sandton City Mall

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.

Sandton City Mall
Canal Walk building lit up at night with lights reflection on the canal, Century City, Cape Town, South Africa

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.

Mall of Africa
Apartheid Museum

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.

Apartheid Museum
University of South Africa, Unisa Muckleneuk Campus.

UNISA

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

UNISA

Things to do

Johannesburg and Apartheid museum tour

Johannesburg and Apartheid museum tour

฿1,808
per adult
Johannesburg and Apartheid museum tour
The Munro Drive Photo Stop

Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option

฿715
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour

Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour

฿2,252
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour
Harbeespoort Dam Cruise

Harties Cableway and Hartbeespoort Dam Cruise Full Day Tour

฿8,496
per adult
Harties Cableway and Hartbeespoort Dam Cruise Full Day Tour
Popping Bottles!

Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg

฿3,623
per adult
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

฿3,818
per adult
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
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Top hotels in Parktown

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG

4 out of 5
Princess Of Wales Terrace Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is ฿1,811 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
฿1,811
฿2,301 total
13 Jun - 14 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (182 reviews)
Rooms comfortable, continental breakfast, travel and tour agency on site

Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿5,531 per night from 28 May to 29 May
฿5,531
฿6,360 total
28 May - 29 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,931 reviews)
Clea. Well lit. Fabulous amenities. Uber convenient. I’ll definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿3,803 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
฿3,803
฿4,411 total
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,642 reviews)
Property was neat and tidy. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿3,238 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
฿3,238
฿3,761 total
5 Jun - 6 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Nice breakfast.

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking

2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking

4 out of 5
Johannesburg Gauteng
Stay at this apartment in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Montecasino and Ster-Kinekor Cedar Square are located ...
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2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg Boksburg Gauteng
The price is ฿2,299 per night from 16 May to 17 May
฿2,299
฿3,134 total
16 May - 17 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (886 reviews)
Reasonable hotel but it’s not at the airport as the wording would suggest . It’s about 8 kilometers from airport.

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Parktown

Downtown of Johannesburg, South Africa

Johannesburg CBD

While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Museum Africa and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.

Johannesburg CBD
Downtown Johannesburg

Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Johannesburg
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Houghton Estate

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Victory Theater and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Houghton Estate
Johannesburg Skyline At Johannesburg In Gauteng South Africa. Downtown Cityscape. Business District Background. Johannesburg At Gauteng South Africa. High Rise Buildings. City Landmark.

Melville

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider stopping by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Melville
Panoramic view of Johannesburg, South Africa

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.

Rosebank
Randburg

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.

Randburg

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