O.R. Tambo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Emperors Palace Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Emperors Palace Casino during your time in Kempton Park? Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
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
First floor room, no need for the elevator. Clean, well maintained room. Fast check in
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
The breakfast was excellent. Staff overall very helpful and friendly. Great location fir a one night stopover between flights. Free shuttle. On time and every 15 minutes. Unfortunately, place is very dated and in desperate need of an upgrade. I think Sol Kerzner would have been disappointed.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
This hotel is always a lovely respite when I am exhausted from long flights. The rooms and bathrooms are very nice and the restaurant is excellent!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Nice room, great breakfast
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace
Everything was amazing! Staff was friendly and helpful, room was amazing. Everything worked. (I might ask for a bit more tv channels, felt like there were too many sports channels) But thats just me 😅 Thanks again for a wonderful stay xx
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
So clean and fresh
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club 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 Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
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.
