Midrand Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Nelson Mandela Square
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Nelson Mandela Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Gold Reef City Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Gold Reef City Casino during your travels in Johannesburg? Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Apartheid Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Apartheid Museum during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Mandela's House
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mandela's House in Johannesburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Top hotels in Midrand
Cozy Guestrooms in Midrand
"The room is spotless"
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel Midrand
Courtyard Hotel Waterfall City
coconut lodge
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"The location was perfect for weary travelers"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Everything was great! Friendly staff and airport shuttle works perfect."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Midrand
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.
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.
O.R. Tambo
If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.
Randburg
Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Johannesburg Botanical Garden or 4th Avenue Parkhurst while you're exploring the area.
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 Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
