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 Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is 3.403.971 ₫ per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
3.403.971 ₫
3.914.567 ₫ total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
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! (1,819 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

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

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is 2.242.198 ₫ per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
2.242.198 ₫
2.578.528 ₫ total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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! (1,016 reviews)
Very clean room, overall hotel very clean, dining great food and overall service. Good shuttle service from and back to the airport. Thank you for a great stay. I will be returning for another stay.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace

3 out of 5
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Road Kempton Park Gauteng
Stay at this spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal ...
7.8/10 Good! (580 reviews)
Enjoyed my stay. All amenities of Emperor's palace are walking distance. I'll be back.

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (144 reviews)
We loved our stay, the place is spacious and reasonably priced all while offering equipment ANYONE would need on a stay. Even when traveling from far. It was very convenient and incredible, we actually decided that every hotel booking we make in JHB will be made at THE MINT... it's out new spot. ...

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Mint Hotel Rosebank
The Leonardo

The Leonardo

5 out of 5
75 Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Montecasino ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
A wonderful hotel in every way!

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

The Leonardo
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (67 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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