Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Johannesburg City Hall
After visiting Johannesburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Johannesburg Art Gallery
See paintings by great European masters, such as Monet and Picasso, and admire the work of South African artists at this downtown gallery.
Nelson Mandela Bridge
Find out about the history of Johannesburg with a stop at Nelson Mandela Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Ellis Park Stadium
Catch an event at Ellis Park Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.
Turbine Hall
Learn about the events happening in Turbine Hall during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Joubert Park
Joubert Park is just one of the places to see in Johannesburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Activities
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
Johannesburg: Private custom tour with a local guide
Johannesburg: 2-Day 4-Star Pilanesberg Safari
Our pick of the best Downtown Johannesburg Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Johannesburg
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
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.
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
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- More holiday ideas
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Johannesburg City Hall
- Johannesburg Art Gallery
- Nelson Mandela Bridge
- Johannesburg Stadium
- Rissik Street Post Office
- Montecasino
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Sandton City Mall
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Rosebank Mall
- Lion & Safari Park
- Sandton Convention Centre
- Emperors Palace Casino
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- Apartheid Museum
- First National Bank Stadium
- Johannesburg Zoo
- Wanderers Stadium