West Rand Garden Estate Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit West Rand Garden Estate
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 West Rand Garden Estate

ANEW Hotel Roodepoort Johannesburg
Lovely room, helpful and engaging staff, safe walking distance to several eateries and pubs
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Lido Hotel
This location is outside of the city, not much to do in the area, during my 1 night stay there was no wi-fi and the staff did nothing to solve the problem.
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Silverstar Hotel
Amazing
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Vivari Hotel and Spa by Mantis
Beautiful room. Attentive staff. Fantastic restaurant. Magical gardens.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge
I was not happy at all, when i booked online via Hotels.com the place showed that there's availability, paid everything in full however on the day that we are supposed to check in i got a call from the owner that there's no space for us😒 she then offered to arrange an alternative accommodation. ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Afrique Boutique Hotel Ruimsig
Enjoable stay, nice room,
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Rand Garden Estate

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
