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 Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center 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.

Randburg
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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, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is 3.575.236 ₫ per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
3.575.236 ₫
4.111.521 ₫ total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,774 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is 2.504.053 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
2.504.053 ₫
2.879.665 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Very clean"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
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 1.670.702 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
1.670.702 ₫
1.940.520 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (706 reviews)
"I was only here a few hours but it was close to the airport and a nice place to stay"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
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.
BlackBrick Sandton Two

BlackBrick Sandton Two

3.5 out of 5
22 Fredman Dr, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (60 reviews)
"Great property in a great location. Close to the mall and other social amenities. First time here but I think I found a consistent place to stay in Sandton going forward!"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

BlackBrick Sandton Two
BlackBrick Sandton One

BlackBrick Sandton One

3 out of 5
25 Fredman Dr, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
7.2/10 Good! (18 reviews)
"Room was spacious, conference rooms were helpful and staff were great"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

BlackBrick Sandton One
Mint Hotel Rosebank

Mint Hotel Rosebank

3.5 out of 5
9 Jellicoe Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rosebank Mall and Melrose ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (142 reviews)
"Convenience, quietness even though near a main road."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Mint Hotel Rosebank
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
3
5 - Excellent 14%
4 - Good
13
4 - Good 62%
3 - Okay
5
3 - Okay 24%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

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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