O.R. Tambo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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 Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
6 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour
Our pick of the best O.R. Tambo Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Just great. Everything we needed."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Easy check in, clean comfortable room"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
"Such a great layover hotel!"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
"Clean room, very comfortable.short walk to a number of eating places, very convenient for the airport and has a great shuttle."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace
"Close to Airport and excellent choices of Restaurants and the staff is amazing"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Victory Theater and Killarney 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.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Boulders Shopping Centre or Mall of Africa.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while you're in town.
