Popular places to visit
Montecasino
With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.
Lion & Safari Park
Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
Activities
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Birnam
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.
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
Morningside
Some popular features of Morningside include its shopping and gardens. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Johannesburg Stock Exchange or Rivonia Village are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Montecasino
- Sandton City Mall
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Lion & Safari Park
- Rosebank Mall
- Sandton Convention Centre
- Emperors Palace Casino
- Apartheid Museum
- Johannesburg Zoo
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- First National Bank Stadium
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Wanderers Stadium
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
- Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen
- Johannesburg City Hall
- Carlton Centre
- Silverstar Casino
- Fourways Mall
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden