Johannesburg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Lion Park which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals

Where to stay in Johannesburg

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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.

Sandton
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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
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O.R. Tambo

4/5(35 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.

O.R. Tambo
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Midrand

You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.

Midrand
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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.

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Fourways

Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fourways
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 3.732.727 ₫ per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
3.732.727 ₫
4.292.636 ₫ total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,862 reviews)
Would recommend for overnight stay in Jo’berg. Hotel is part of the airport and is a 5 min walk. You do not need to organise a transfer to the hotel. Just follow the signs from Arrivals. Room was large and clean. Comfortable bed and nice bathroom. Nice outdoor pool area with well priced food and ...

Reviewed on 14 Jan 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 GP
The price is 2.902.704 ₫ per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
2.902.704 ₫
3.338.110 ₫ total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,647 reviews)
Very Nice place, Nice service. We havé appreciated

Reviewed on 10 Jan 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 2.189.840 ₫ per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
2.189.840 ₫
2.543.499 ₫ total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Staff very friendly and efficient

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mint Hotel Rosebank

Mint Hotel Rosebank

3.5 out of 5
9 Jellicoe Avenue Johannesburg Gauteng
Stay at this apartment in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Rosebank ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (149 reviews)
Staff extremely courteous & went the extra mile for me especially in the face of my husband suffering a heart attack and unfortunately dying. They were professional, caring and kind to me and my family during this very traumatic & unexpected family tragedy.

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Mint Hotel Rosebank
One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel

One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
37 Cradock Ave Johannesburg Gauteng
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Highly recommended, the location is great and the mall is super close. The staff is friendly and helpful. The cleaning crew is prompt and professional.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel
BlackBrick Sandton Two

BlackBrick Sandton Two

3.5 out of 5
22 Fredman Dr Sandton Gauteng
Stay at this aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Montecasino ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (75 reviews)
It was good

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

BlackBrick Sandton Two
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Johannesburg

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 14%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 62%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 24%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

I like Jo’burg. It is a bit gritty and you do have to be safety conscious but I felt safe there. I visited a great street food market called Neighbourgoods Market; 44 Stanley is also worth a visit. Melville has fun restaurants, bars and shops too

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Keep it up

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

I came to visit a church which I watched regularly on the YouTube to see for myself what their services are all about. I saw it and I really enjoyed what I saw. Johannesburg is a very lovely place. I will surely come back.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Stayed around Melville

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Joburg is a bit rundown and whilst we had a great stay it’s a bit intimidating if you aren’t used to it.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

An interesting place that deserves some time to properly experience the city. Could be a bit overwhelming.

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