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.
The AGOG
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The AGOG during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.
Johannesburg Stadium
Catch an event at Johannesburg Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.
Activities
Johannesburg: Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Johannesburg Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Friendly staff, clean and very convenient
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Good Option close to the airport
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
Stay was great. Beds were super comfy and rooms are well appointed.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Hotel was an easy walk from the airport where we overnighted before catching our flight to Zambia. The bar was friendly and the bartender was punctual.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
@Sandton Hotel
I have to say thay thia hotel was excellent! The staff was very helpful! A big shoutout to Xolani for his professionalism and his willingness to help. The hotel is located in a very safe area.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Great stay. Amazing staff. They are what make the place great.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 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.
Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Which hotel chains are in Downtown Johannesburg?
- 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
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Rosebank Mall
- Emperors Palace Casino
- Sandton Convention Centre
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- Apartheid Museum
- First National Bank Stadium
- Johannesburg Zoo
- Wanderers Stadium
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